Minisforum unveiled its most ambitious lineup to date at IFA 2025 in Berlin, showcasing three potent mini PCs that are intended to push the boundaries of small computing. Minisforum, which is well-known for providing powerful computers in compact form factors, is obviously aimed at professionals, gamers, and creators who require desktop-class power without the bulk. From portable gaming rigs to rack-mounted workstations, the new releases—the MS-S1 MAX, G1 Pro, and G7 Pro—cover a broad spectrum of use cases.
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1) Minisforum MS-S1 MAX:
MS-S1 MAX is Minisforum’s most ambitious workstation to date. It comes assembled with AMD’s newest Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 processor, whose chip boasts 16 cores and 32 threads with Zen 5 architecture, providing stunning multi-core performance. Graphics are handled by the Radeon 8060S GPU with 40 Compute Units, delivering plenty of horsepower for professional tasks such as 3D rendering, AI coding, and video editing.
Perhaps its most notable feature is the support for up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X-8000 MHz memory in a quad-channel configuration, making it one of the mini PCs with the highest memory capacity on the market. With USB4 V2 (80 Gbps) support, dual 10 GbE LAN ports, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4, the MS-S1 MAX is a future-proof workstation for data-intensive tasks.
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To support professionals, Minisforum even incorporated PCIe expansion, an internal 320W PSU, and even 2U rack-mount compatibility for cooling systems. This combination of versatility and pure power makes the MS-S1 MAX a serious contender to regular workstations.
MS-S1 MAX Specifications:
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 (16C/32T, Zen 5) |
| GPU | Radeon 8060S (40 Compute Units) |
| Memory | Up to 128GB LPDDR5X-8000, quad-channel |
| Connectivity | USB4 V2 (80 Gbps) ×2, USB4 (40 Gbps) ×2, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Networking | Dual 10GbE LAN |
| Expansion | PCIe support, 2U rack cooling compatibility |
| PSU | 320W internal |
2) Minisforum G1 Pro:
AMD Power with RTX 50 Graphics
For gamers and performance junkies, the Minisforum G1 Pro packs some serious firepower into a small box. It features the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX—a refreshed 16-core Dragon Range chip—from the AMD Corp. and the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series mobile GPU. This combination from Anand promises top-notch gameplay performance while still being power-efficient under compact designs.
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The G1 Pro is an option packed with speed and expandability, from housing up to 96 GB of DDR5-5600 MHz memory to having dual PCIe 4.0 SSD slots. The connectivity is equally solid with a combination of 5GbE Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and two USB-C ports supporting DP 2.0.
The G1 Pro doesn’t deceive gamers and creators looking for a good balance of performance and compactness.
G1 Pro Specifications:
| Component | Specification |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX (16 cores) |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 50 Series (mobile) |
| Memory | Up to 96GB DDR5-5600 |
| Storage | Dual PCIe 4.0 SSD slots |
| Connectivity | HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, 2 × USB-C (DP 2.0), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Networking | 5GbE Ethernet |
3) Minisforum G7 Pro:
Powerful Intel Core i9 with RTX 5070
And while the G1 Pro relies on AMD, the G7 Pro serves fans of Intel. With the Intel Core i9-14900HX (24 cores, 32 threads, up to 5.8 GHz boost), this mini PC competes with top-of-the-line gaming laptops and even desktop configurations. Together with the NVIDIA RTX 5070 mobile GPU, Minisforum is aiming at high-end gaming and content creation workflows.
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The G7 Pro features dual-channel DDR5 through SO-DIMM slots, offering easy memory upgrades. It has ample storage with dual PCIe 4.0 SSD slots, and connectivity features HDMI 2.1, USB4, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, Ethernet, and even an SD card reader—something nice to have for photographers and videographers.
G7 Pro Specifications:
| Component | Specification |
| CPU | Intel Core i9-14900HX (24C/32T, up to 5.8GHz) |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 5070 (mobile) |
| Memory | Dual-channel DDR5 (SO-DIMM slots) |
| Storage | Dual PCIe 4.0 SSD slots |
| Connectivity | HDMI 2.1, USB4, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, SD card reader |
| Networking | Ethernet |
Broader Implications:
These three new models showcase Minisforum’s commitment to competing with major PC brands in the gaming and professional workstation market. The G1 Pro and G7 Pro target gamers and hybrid users who require both performance and portability, while the MS-S1 MAX is aimed at business and creative professionals who need excellent performance even in small configurations.
Minisforum’s strategy for flexibility—meeting the needs of a diverse audience—is also demonstrated by its options offering both AMD and Intel CPU alternatives with NVIDIA GPUs. The inclusion of cutting-edge standards like USB4 V2, Wi-Fi 7, and high-speed Ethernet ensures that these devices will remain useful for many years to come.
Availability:
All three devices will be released in succession between September and October 2025, according to Minisforum. Although precise release dates and pricing have not yet been revealed, it is reasonable to anticipate premium pricing in comparison to Minisforum’s previous lineup given the hardware inside.
Opinion:
Minisforum has carved a niche for itself in the mini PC market, and with the MS-S1 MAX, G1 Pro, and G7 Pro, the company is stepping onto an even larger platform. These systems combine cutting-edge components, impressive connectivity, and a versatile design philosophy, proving that powerful computing no longer requires large-sized towers.
If Minisforum can provide competitive pricing along with this performance, it can redefine expectations for both workstations and gaming PCs—once again demonstrating that small can also be powerful.
