Minisforum MS-A2 mini PC features Ryzen 9 7945HX/9955HX, PCIe x16 slot, and up to 96GB DDR5 RAM

The Minisforum MS-A2 is a high-performance mini PC designed for power users, developers, and enthusiasts requiring strong computational capabilities in a compact form.

It comes equipped with top-tier processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX or Ryzen 9 7945HX, both offering 16 cores and 32 threads, with clock speeds up to 5.4GHz. The device supports up to 96GB DDR5 RAM and a range of high-speed NVMe SSD storage options, including up to 15TB capacity, making it ideal for heavy multitasking, virtualization, or content creation. It includes a built-in PCIe x16 slot (PCIe 4.0 x8) for GPU or network card expansion, enhancing its flexibility for gaming, AI workloads, or networking tasks.

Its versatile video output options (HDMI 2.1 and dual USB-C with DP 2.0 support) allow up to 8K@60Hz or 4K@144Hz display output, while rich I/O ports include 10G SFP+ LAN, dual 2.5G LAN, multiple USB-A and USB-C ports, and a 3.5mm combo audio jack. With Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2, fan cooling systems for CPU and SSD, the MS-A2 is suited for advanced desktop computing, edge AI, home lab setups, and small form factor server use. Its compact size (196×189×48mm) further enhances its deployment in space-constrained environments without compromising on performance.

Previously, Minisforum introduced the UM760 Slim mini PC, based on AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS SoC and AMD Radeon 760M GPU. Compared to it, the MS-A2 is a more powerful and updated mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 9 SoC.

Minisforum MS-A2 Mini PC Specifications:

• SoC:
  • AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX (16C/32T, Zen 5, up to 5.4GHz)
  • AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX (16C/32T, Zen 4, up to 5.4GHz)
• GPU: Integrated AMD Radeon 610M
• System Memory:
  • 2x SO-DIMM DDR5 slots, up to 96GB
  • 5600MHz (Ryzen 9000 series) / 5200MHz (Ryzen 7000 series)
• Storage:
  • 1x M.2 2280/U.2 NVMe SSD slot (PCIe 4.0 x4, up to 15TB)
  • 2x M.2 2280/22110 NVMe/SATA SSD slots (PCIe 4.0 x4, up to 4TB each)
• Video Output:
  • 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K@60Hz)
  • 2x USB Type-C with DP 2.0 Alt Mode (up to 8K@60Hz or 4K@144Hz)
• Audio:
  • 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack
  • Audio via HDMI and USB-C
• Networking:
  • 1x 2.5GbE (Intel RTL8125)
  • 1x 2.5GbE (Intel I226-V)
  • 2x 10GbE SFP+ (Intel X710)
  • 1x M.2 2230 E-Key for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2
• USB Ports:
  • Front: 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
  • Rear: 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (DP Alt Mode)
• Expansion:
  • 1x PCIe x16 slot (wired as PCIe 4.0 x8)
  • Supports split to 2x PCIe 4.0 x4 for GPU or network cards
• Cooling:
  • 1x 12V CPU fan
  • 2x 5V SSD fans
• Misc.:
  • Power button with white LED
  • Reset hole
• Power Supply: 19V/12.63A external power adapter
• Dimensions: 196 x 189 x 48 mm

The Minisforum MS-A2 supports both Windows 11 and popular Linux distributions, offering flexibility for a wide range of users. Whether for everyday tasks, development, or custom server setups, it handles both operating systems smoothly with reliable driver support.

At the time of writing, the Minisforum MS-A2 mini PC starts at $839.00 for the barebone model, while the 64GB RAM + 1TB SSD version is priced at $1,103.00. Both options are listed with the Ryzen 9 9955HX processor, as the 7945HX variant is currently not shown on the product page.