MINISFORUM UN1250 Mini PC Intel Core i5-1250P 12C/16T 16GB DDR4 500GB PCIe4.0 SSD, HDMI2.0/USB Type-C/DisplayPort1.4 Triple Outputs, 2.5G LAN, WiFi 6, 5X USB Port, Mini Desktop Computers Auto Power On

After a week of using my new Minisforum M1 Pro-285H, I can say that I am pleased. It is an impressive mini PC that combines aesthetics, easy setup, and powerful performance suitable for a variety of tasks. It boasts a sleek, premium looking, compact and sturdy aluminum alloy unibody chassis, which is easily accessible by removing just four screws, should I need to add a second NVMe SSD or more DDR5 RAM. It also came pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro, which made the setup a plug-and-play experience requiring little effort beyond connecting my peripherals. With its Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor and integrated Intel Arc 140T GPU, it delivers exceptional performance for my daily computing and creative work needs, handling my photo and video editing applications smoothly. Last, but not less important, the fan cooling system is efficient and silent enough to ensure a quiet working environment. With my experience so far, I definitely recommend the Minisforum M1 Pro-285H mini PC.

I've always been one to buy decommissioned enterprise gear for my homelab but I had a need to add an additional Proxmox cluster node in the house, around people, so I wanted something more human friendly. Looking over all the options, MINISFORUM seemed to offer a wide range of combinations of technology and the most difficult decision was which processor/ram/architecture I wanted. I ended up choosing the NAB9 w/ Core i9-12900HK specifically for the Cores/Threads and clock it ran at with 32gb of RAM. This should be plenty to play host to infrastructure VMs to maintain HA. I am using the 2.5gb LAN ports as one for the VM network and one for the Storage network. With how fast it is, you can't even tell that the VM's disks are in another building on a NAS when it serves a site from the VM on the NAB9. It boots very quickly and is completely silent and it doesn't seem to generate much heat, if any. In my case, I unboxed it, plugged in the KVM and network, connected my Proxmox USB Bootable installer, and went from new to cluster member in under 30 minutes making it very easy to use! I do have to bring up one small issue. A few weeks after I had it up and running it suddenly turned off and wouldn't turn back on. I know this sounds bad but it's actually a testament to how supportive MINISFORUM is. I opened a support ticket and had an email response within hours, not days! We performed the troubleshooting steps and emailed back and forth that next day before I was given the greenlight for a repair. The speed of their service and support was way beyond my expectations! I sent in the NAB9 and counting travel to there, from there, and fixing it, was 5 days. Under 1 week and I had the machine back and up and running! Since the repair I wanted to wait a bit to make certain everything stayed good before I left my review. But now it's time. I've had the NAB9 running 24x7 since I got it back several months ago and it's been amazing. So much so, that I forget I have it running in the house. I haven't had to do any fiddling or anything. It's great and just works. I feel that I can confidently say now that it's high quality and an excellent value for how much compute you get for the price. Thank you MINISFORUM, this device has filled a specific need for me perfectly.

To be clear, this review is for the Minisforum X1 Lite-255 with 64GB of RAM and 1TB SSD. Not sure why Amazon is mislabeling this review under a different product on the same page. I think I am done with full size computers. It's hard to believe just how fast these mini PCs have become and when they are built with quality RAM and storage and have great cooling while costing less than a typical full size computer, I can't find any reason to back. This little guy has 8 cores and 16 threads and nearly hits 5Ghz while remaining nearly silent and having no heat issues even on the most intense tasks. The RAM and SSD are made by Crucial and are not the generic 'cheap stuff' other manufacturers often use to increase their own profit. The case is entirely plastic. This is a good thing because metal cases block WiFi and Bluetooth signals to a point. With plastic, WiFi and Bluetooth range are fantastic on this little guy! I also appreciate that Minisforum sells a version of this exact mini PC without any RAM, SSD or operating system. These days, those components can double the price of a computer. So if you already have your own, its less waste and a big cost savings if you are a DIY type. I love this has USB4 and it has an OcuLink port. By default, with the model I ordered, it has a 1TB NVMe drive that runs at top Gen4 speeds (see photo) with no heat issues. Next to it is an empty M.2 slot for expanding the storage. Alternately, you can use the OcuLink adapter included in the box to install in the empty M.2 slot if you prefer to use it for an eGPU. Your choice and it's not sold separately. It's included at no extra cost and can be removed if you change your mind later and want to use the second M.2 for storage later on. While this mini OC can play plenty of games as-is with it's built-in AMD Radeon 780M graphics, the sky is the limit when gaming with an external GPU using OcuLink. This little guy does my photo editing and my video editing with ease and I can't get over how cool and quiet it stays! The RAM can be upgraded. It is NOT soldered in like other models. Same is true with the WiFi/Bluetooth adapter (a MediaTek) and the aforementioned NVMe SSD. Mine came with Windows 11 Pro 24H2. I updated it to 25H2 and update the AMD Adrenlin and chipset drivers and, again, I find it hard to believe you get so much in every category of computing and pay so little for it! The CPU in here has no NPU (no AI processor) so I also save money there for something I have no use for. I expect Minisforum to be a household name in a few years. They have been around since 2018 and I have been very impressed with their products, prices, warranty and support so much, I have been buying from them ever since with each year bringing new designs and more performance and functionality with each new generation. Minisforum just makes these mini PCs with so much unique ingenuity that many of their models have no equal competitors (yet!) So, for whatever it's worth, until you get one in your own hands and see for yourself, I don't know the words to express my happiness with this purchase!

This PC is pretty awesome. I am using it as a Kubernetes node, and it performs spectacularly. My only big complaint was that in order to take the case apart to install an SSD/RAM, you have to remove the feet on the bottom of the device. The feet are adhered to it with some form of adhesive and that adhesive will wear out over time, preventing the feet from ever sticking again. They only included 2 replacement feet in the box but you need to remove all 4 to take apart the case.

The Minisforum UM880 Plus is a seriously cool mini PC. I initially bought it to replace my son's aging all-in-one (AIO) desktop, which had become painfully slow with the software he uses. My first thought was to stick with the AIO format to save space under the desk. After researching the current market, I realized that a typical 27-inch, 1080p AIO with average specs—like an AMD Ryzen 5, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD—would run me around $1,000 after tax. ​A quick bit of research led me to a much better solution: buying a mini PC with significantly superior hardware and pairing it with a nice 27-inch 4K monitor. This combination not only delivered a similar compact footprint but also cost me several hundred dollars less. ​After comparing brands like Beelink, GMKTEC, and Minisforum, I settled on the Minisforum UM880 Plus. I was impressed by its powerful, future-proof hardware (including an OCuLink port!) offered at a reasonable price point. We were happy users for about four months (since mid-April 2025) with absolutely no issues. The performance was fantastic. ​Then, one day, my son told me the mini PC wouldn't turn on. That was my single biggest moment of frustration with the product. ​Fortunately, Minisforum's customer service was exceptionally fast and reassuring. They quickly sent me a FedEx shipping label and promised the repair would take only about 48 hours at the US located repair center. I was genuinely surprised when I received a text from FedEx confirming an upcoming delivery just a few days later. ​The repaired mini PC was delivered the next day. I tested it, and we haven't had any issues since. ​I'd like to extend a big thank you to Andy, the Minisforum customer representative. He was incredibly responsive to all my questions and ensured the entire repair process was smooth and stress-free. ​Final Verdict: ​Would I buy this mini PC again? At this moment, my answer is a definitive yes. The combination of top-tier hardware, compact size, and outstanding customer support makes the UM880 Plus an easy recommendation.

This mini PC delivers impressive performance in a compact form factor. Equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 8745H processor and Radeon 780M graphics, it handles multitasking efficiently and provides smooth visuals for various applications. The inclusion of 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD ensures quick boot times and responsive operation, making it a solid choice for both work and entertainment. The triple display support via HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB4 is a valuable feature, especially for those who require multiple screens for productivity. The connectivity options, including 2.5G LAN and WiFi 6E, offer fast and stable network performance, which is essential for seamless online activities. The build quality is impressive, with a well-designed cooling system that keeps temperatures in check during extended usage. The quiet operation is another plus, allowing for an uninterrupted work environment. Expandability is also well thought out, with support for additional storage to accommodate growing data needs. Overall, this mini PC strikes an excellent balance between power, efficiency, and versatility. It is well-suited for professionals, students, and casual users looking for a reliable computing solution in a space-saving design.

Pretty decent machine performance wise but a couple of issues are causing frustration. The biggest for me may be a non-negotiable, which is that while using an audio interface, a very noticeable about of grounding noise comes out of my speakers. When using my monitor's KVM, it was loud enough to hear down the hall. I now have it plugged directly and during boot up, it's pretty bad, but quits down a lot, though still there. I'm debating getting dedicated a speaker for it, since I don't need the audio interface on this machine, but it seems wasteful. With headphones, there is still some buzz. The other issue are how the stickers were installed from the factory - one upside down...really?? Otherwise it's pretty decent - I'm running Linux btw (testing Omarchy) and there have no issues there. The ground issue though is very frustrating.

Being an avid pc gamer who has to spend a few nights a month out of town for work, I wanted something powerful with a small footprint. I thought about a Steam Deck or a Rog Ally X, but came to the conclusion that id basically only be using it Docked mode, so the built in screen and controller would not be used, therefore not worth the added cost. Started researching and landed on this. The processor is great, the size is mind-blowing, and the 780m packs a punch for graphics. Gaming wise, here's the brutal truth- Steam AAA games with FSR still look pretty good, I spend most my time gaming on an RTX 4080, so definitely had to temper my ecpectations- knowing that, very happy with the performance. Being able to play newer games on the road is wild. Especially for something that fits on the palm of your hand and weighs about as much as an Xbox controller. Putting together was a snap, I actually did the entire thing in a hotel room with a screwdriver on my keychain. disregard the reviews about the feet needing to be pryed off- as of July 2025, the units no longer have the feet preattached to the barebone kit. Heres where this really shines, emulation gaming. Expect 1440p 60hz on PS3, Wii, Xbox 360 Expect 1080p 60hz on Switch Expect 4k 60hz on everything below (would be an infinite amount of FPS, but there are limits non related to this actual equipment). Bought a cheap case and have my whole setup to take literally anywhere now. 10/10, would buy again and again