ZOTAC ZBOX CI471 Νano Packs Intel Core 7 into a Fanless Mini PC

ZBOX ZBOX CI471 nano fanless design

ZOTAC has introduced the ZBOX CI471 nano, a compact, fanless mini PC powered by the Intel Core 7 processor 350. The system combines a 6-core processor, integrated Intel Graphics, and an NPU with up to 17 TOPS of AI processing performance. Its ZBOX fanless design eliminates cooling fans and moving cooling components, enabling completely silent operation for offices, meeting rooms, home entertainment systems, and other noise-sensitive environments.

The ZBOX CI471 nano features a compact chassis measuring 204 × 129 × 68 mm and supports up to 64GB of DDR5-6400/5600 memory through a single SO-DIMM slot. It also includes an M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD slot, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and 2.5GbE Ethernet. For display connectivity, the system provides HDMI 2.0b, DisplayPort 2.0, and Thunderbolt 4 display output, supporting up to three displays at 4K resolution and 60Hz.

Two days ago, we covered the ZOTAC ZBOX PRO CM5-PICO, a compact, fanless industrial PC powered by the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5). Designed for embedded systems, industrial automation, digital signage, and edge computing applications, this palm-sized computer combines processing performance and flexible connectivity with silent operation in a durable aluminum enclosure. Feel free to check it out if you’re interested!

ZBOX ZBOX CI471 nano front and back side

ZBOX CL471 nano Specifications:

• Processor:
  • Intel Core 7 processor 350
  • 6 cores, 1.5GHz base frequency, and up to 4.8GHz boost frequency
• Graphics and AI:
  • Integrated Intel Graphics
  • Integrated NPU delivering up to 17 TOPS for compatible AI workloads
• Memory:
  • 1 × DDR5-6400/5600 SO-DIMM slot
  • Supports up to 64GB of memory
• Storage:
  • 1 × M.2 2280 slot
  • Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSDs
• Display Outputs:
  • 1 × HDMI 2.0b (up to 4096 × 2160 @ 60Hz)
  • 1 × DisplayPort 2.0 (up to 4096 × 2160 @ 60Hz)
  • Display output via Thunderbolt 4
  • Supports up to three simultaneous displays
• Wireless Connectivity:
  • Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 (802.11be)
  • Bluetooth 5.4
• Networking: 1 × 2.5GbE Ethernet port (10/100/1000/2500Mbps)
• USB and Expansion:
  • 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps)
  • 3 × USB 2.0 Type-A (480Mbps)
  • 2 × Thunderbolt 4 ports
• Audio:
  • Analog audio combo jack for headphone output and microphone input
  • 8-channel digital audio output via HDMI (LPCM/bitstream)
• Cooling System:
  • Passive cooling design
  • Fanless operation without moving cooling components
• Misc:
  • Kensington lock
  • Power, SSD, and Wi-Fi LED indicators
• Power Supply:
  • External AC adapter
  • 19V DC, 65W output
• Mechanical Features:
  • Dimensions: 204 × 129 × 68 mm
  • VESA 75/100 mounting support

Specifications

The ZBOX CI471 nano comes with Windows 11 support, making it suitable for Windows-based desktop applications, office productivity, and multimedia workloads. However, this is a barebone system, so users need to provide their own memory, SSD, and operating system installation. ZOTAC also provides supporting drivers and BIOS utilities through its product support resources.

Accessories

ZOTAC has listed the ZBOX CI471 nano on its official website, but the company has not announced its retail price or availability yet. Interested users can check the official ZOTAC product page for specifications and future purchasing updates.