Can the AI X1 Pro-470 run modern games?

Only at modest settings. The Radeon 890M handles esports titles and older games well, but demanding AAA games need low settings or an external GPU over OCuLink.

Does it come with RAM and an SSD?

It depends on the configuration. Many listings are barebone, meaning you supply your own DDR5 SODIMMs and M.2 SSD; check the specific kit before buying.

How many monitors can it drive?

Up to four 4K displays through the two USB4 ports, HDMI and DisplayPort, with 8K output supported on some ports.

The 55 TOPS NPU accelerates on-device AI features such as Windows Copilot+ tasks, background blur and local model inference, offloading work from the CPU and GPU.

Can I add an external graphics card?

Yes, through the OCuLink port, but it requires an M.2-to-OCuLink adapter board and an eGPU enclosure, and it occupies an M.2 slot.

Is it good for video editing?

For 1080p and light 4K editing it is capable, thanks to the strong CPU and fast DDR5. Heavy effects work and GPU-accelerated rendering benefit from an eGPU.

Where is the Minisforum AI X1 Pro-470 Mini PC cheapest?

At Newegg.com, for $1,269.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Minisforum AI X1 Pro-470 Mini PC?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 5 ratings.

Where can I buy the Minisforum AI X1 Pro-470 Mini PC?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Minisforum, Newegg.com, Best Buy, Walmart.

Minisforum AI X1 Pro-470 Mini PC

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$1,269.00at Newegg.comChecked Nov 5

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What reviewers say

Owner discussion of the X1 Pro line centers on the strong CPU and NPU for its size and the generous port count, with the integrated GPU and fan noise under load as the main caveats. Buyers who configure it with fast DDR5 and a good SSD report it handles everyday work and light gaming well.

What people mention

PerformancePraisedOwners say the 12-core Ryzen chip handles multitasking and CPU-heavy work well for a compact box.
PortsPraisedReviewers highlight dual USB4, dual 2.5GbE and the SD slot as rare on mini PCs.
Fan noiseCriticisedSome owners report the fan becoming noticeable during long all-core workloads.
GraphicsMixedThe Radeon 890M is fine for light gaming but falls short in demanding titles without an eGPU.
ExpandabilityPraisedThree M.2 slots and socketed DDR5 make upgrades straightforward.

About the Minisforum AI X1 Pro-470 Mini PC

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro-470 is a mini PC built around the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 processor, which uses AMD's Zen 5 architecture. The processor has 12 cores and 24 threads, with a clock speed of 3.3 GHz to 5.2 GHz. Overall processor performance reaches up to 86 TOPS. Graphics are handled by the integrated AMD Radeon 890M. The PC supports Copilot PC features for local AI work and has a dedicated Copilot button.

The chassis is a compact unibody made of metal. Memory uses two DDR5 SODIMM slots at 5600MT/s. There are three M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD slots, supporting up to 12TB of storage.

Two USB4 ports, an HDMI port and a DisplayPort output can drive up to four 4K displays. An OCuLink port, used with an M.2 to OCuLink adapter board, allows connection to an external GPU. Wireless connectivity is WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.

Processor

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 12 cores, 24 threads, up to 5.2 GHz

Graphics

AMD Radeon 890M

Memory

2 DDR5 SODIMM slots, 5600MT/s

Storage

3 M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD slots, up to 12TB

Configurations

Barebone (no RAM or SSD), 32GB RAM + 1TB SSD, 64GB RAM + 1TB SSD, 96GB RAM + 2TB SSD

Video output

HDMI, DP and 2 USB4, up to 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz