Zotac has expanded its compact desktop lineup with the new Zbox CI360 nano, a small, fanless mini PC designed for everyday office and home computing. Built as a refresh of the earlier CI338 design, the CI360 moves to Intel’s Twin Lake platform and adds DDR5 memory support, aiming squarely at affordable, entry-level buyers who want a quiet, space-saving computer for basic tasks.
At the center of the Zotac Zbox CI360 is the Intel Processor N150, a quad-core, quad-thread chip rated at just 6 watts. That low power draw is ideal for a silent, fanless build and energy-efficient 24/7 use, but it also signals what this mini PC is best at: light workloads. Think web browsing, email, spreadsheets, streaming video, and general productivity. Performance is in the same ballpark as an older ultrabook-class processor like the Intel Core i5-8250U from several years ago, which is still fine for casual use but not meant for demanding creation work or heavy multitasking.
The CI360’s chassis is exceptionally small at around 0.9 liters, making it easy to tuck behind a monitor or fit into tight workspaces. While the system is compact, Zotac includes a practical mix of upgrade options and ports. Memory is handled via a single SODIMM slot with support for up to 16GB of DDR5-4800 RAM. With memory prices fluctuating, the barebones version is likely to attract the most attention, letting buyers add their own RAM and storage for better value.
Storage is a highlight for a mini PC in this class. The Zbox CI360 includes two M.2 2280 slots, giving you flexibility to install fast NVMe SSDs and expand capacity without relying on external drives. That dual-slot setup is especially useful for separating an operating system drive from a second drive for files, backups, or a larger media library.
Connectivity is another strong point, making the CI360 a practical choice for office desks, front-desk systems, digital signage, or a compact home PC. Port selection includes:
– Three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports
– One USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort support
– SD card reader
– Two HDMI 2.0 ports
– Dual 1Gb Ethernet ports
– Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
– 3.5mm audio jack
With dual HDMI plus DisplayPort over USB-C, the CI360 is well-suited for multi-monitor setups, which is a big advantage for productivity. Dual gigabit Ethernet also adds flexibility for business use, such as network redundancy, separate networks, or light router/firewall experiments—though performance limits still apply due to the low-power CPU.
Graphics come from the integrated Intel GPU (24 execution units). It’s intended for display output and smooth video playback, and it should be capable for media acceleration and everyday visuals. However, there’s no support for discrete graphics, and gaming performance will be limited to very lightweight titles.
Zotac hasn’t confirmed pricing or full availability details yet. Based on the wider market for Intel N150 mini PCs, the Zbox CI360 is expected to land in the budget-friendly range, particularly in barebones form. For buyers looking for a silent, compact, low-maintenance PC for basic computing and office work, the Zotac Zbox CI360 nano looks like a sensible new option.
