Minisforum Expands Mini PC Lineup With Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 Powered AI X1 Pro 470 And An MS 02 Refresh Featuring Intel Core Ultra 9 295HX

Minisforum is doubling down on the small form factor momentum with 2 new updates aimed at 2 very different audiences, an AMD powered AI Mini PC designed for compact Copilot era productivity and light gaming, and an Intel based workstation style box with heavier expansion and higher class I O. The new systems are the AI X1 Pro 470 built around AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, plus an updated MS 02 configuration moving to Intel Core Ultra 200HX Refresh with a flagship Core Ultra 9 295HX option.

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro 470 is positioned as a modern all rounder Mini PC that targets AI accelerated workflows, high density connectivity, and flexible thermals. It uses the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 with 12 cores in a 4 Zen 5 plus 8 Zen 5C configuration, 24 threads, and up to 5.2GHz clock speeds. On graphics, it pairs the CPU with Radeon 890M integrated graphics featuring 16 RDNA 3.5 compute units, and it also includes a 55 TOPS NPU for AI enabled tasks and Copilot class features. Minisforum is also giving users power tuning headroom, with the chip configurable at 45W, 55W, and up to 65W TDP depending on the performance and acoustics profile you want to run.

For memory and storage, the AI X1 Pro 470 supports up to 128GB DDR5 5600 SO DIMM memory and includes 3 M.2 slots. Minisforum notes up to 4TB capacity support per 2 Gen4x4 slots, which signals a storage first design for creators, developers, and gamers who keep multiple libraries and project folders local. Connectivity is one of the strongest selling points, with WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, HDMI and DisplayPort, 2 USB4 ports, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, dual 2.5GbE LAN ports, 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A ports, 1 USB 2.0 Type A port, an SD card reader, a dedicated Copilot button, and an OCuLink port for users who want to push external expansion and performance scenarios.

Physically, the AI X1 Pro 470 measures 195 x 195 x 42.5mm and weighs 1.5kg, keeping it compact enough for travel, desk minimalism, or living room setups. Minisforum is also layering in quality of life features that matter for daily use, including dual integrated speakers and a fingerprint sensor. Minisforum says the system will be available soon on its global website, so the positioning here is clearly a near term retail rollout rather than a far future concept product.

Alongside the AMD unit, Minisforum is refreshing the MS 02 platform with Intel Core Ultra 200HX Refresh CPUs, topping out at the Core Ultra 9 295HX. Minisforum lists this flagship configuration as offering 24 cores and 24 threads with a higher boost capability, aimed at heavier compute workloads and more workstation style usage. The overall MS 02 feature stack largely stays consistent versus the older model, including up to 256GB DDR5 4800 memory support, up to 16TB of storage across 2 M.2 slots, and a cooling solution built around a 6 heatpipe design with Phase Change TIM to sustain higher loads.

I O is where the MS 02 continues to look like a compact workstation rather than a typical Mini PC. Minisforum lists a 10GbE plus 2.5GbE LAN configuration, HDMI 2.1, 1 USB4 Type C port, 4 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A ports, and 2 USB4 B2 Type C ports rated up to 80Gbps, plus a 3.5mm audio jack and a clear CMOS button. Expansion also stands out, with 3 PCIe slots including 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x16, and 1 PCIe 4.0 x4 configuration, which opens the door for add in cards, capture workflows, and specialized acceleration in a footprint far smaller than a traditional tower.

In terms of size and power, the MS 02 measures 221.5 x 97 x 225mm and weighs 3.25kg, and it includes a 350W PSU to support the platform. Minisforum also notes an expected price around 1500 US dollars, placing it in a more premium tier where buyers are paying for I O density, expansion flexibility, and a more workstation aligned design.

From a market lens, the story here is Minisforum covering 2 growth lanes at once. The AI X1 Pro 470 is built for the new wave of AI enabled everyday computing in a compact box with modern ports and practical features. The updated MS 02 is a compact power user system that focuses on high bandwidth networking, PCIe expansion, and heavier sustained workloads. For gamers, creators, and devs, it is a solid pick your build moment depending on whether you want a compact all rounder or a desk side micro workstation that can scale with add in hardware.

 
If you were building a small form factor setup in 2026, would you prioritize the Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 system for its NPU and iGPU balance, or the MS 02 refresh for its PCIe expansion and 10GbE class networking?