GMK NucBox K8, a compact computer featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor. It’s a versatile option for those interested in servers, Linux, DevOps, and home labs due to its robust specifications. The mini PC supports DDR5-5600 memory through two SODIMM slots and offers two M.2 2280 slots for PCIe 4.0 NVMe solid state drives. The connectivity options are comprehensive, including USB4 with DisplayPort Alt Mode, HDMI, DisplayPort, and 2.5 Gb Ethernet.

Specifications for the GMK NucBox K8 include:

• AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor
• Two SODIMM slots for DDR5-5600 memory
• Two M.2 2280 slots for PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs
• 1 x USB4 (w/DisplayPort Alt Mode and 100W USB power delivery)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
• 1 x HDMI 2.0
• 2 x 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports
• 1 x 3.5mm audio jack
• AMD RZ616 wireless card with WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 support

The device measures 129 x 127 x 48mm and features an active cooling system with two fans, allowing the Ryzen 7 8845HS processor to run at up to 65 watts for better sustained performance.

Pricing starts at $500 for a barebones configuration, with options for 32GB of RAM and up to 2TB of storage available.

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AYANEO, a company known for making handheld gaming PCs, has announced the AYANEO AM02, a small computer with a retro console design. The PC takes inspiration from the NES and SNES, featuring a boxy shape and color scheme reminiscent of classic gaming consoles. AYANEO recently unveiled the design and has now provided details about the hardware in preparation for an upcoming Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign.

The AYANEO AM02 is powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor, a 35-54 watt CPU with 8 AMD Zen 4 CPU cores, 16 threads, and clock speeds up to 5.1 GHz. Although typically used in gaming laptops paired with discrete GPUs, the AM02 features an integrated Radeon 780M GPU, boasting 12 RDNA 3 GPU cores with speeds up to 2.7 GHz.

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The MINISFORUM HX200G is a compact computer that boasts the powerful components typically found in gaming laptops. Revealed at CES 2024, this computer features a relatively powerful CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX 16-core, 32-thread processor and an AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT discrete GPU RDNA 3 with 32 compute units. The MINISFORUM HX200G is one of the first mini PCs to support PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSDs.

While pricing and detailed specifications have yet to be announced, promotional pictures reveal the presence of at least one USB-C port, one USB-A port, an audio jack, a power button, a large vent, and what appears to be a microphone array on the front of the device. The MINISFORUM HX200G could be an interesting option for machine learning workloads, if it’s possible to get ROCm working on the unit.

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Radxa has released the X2L, an affordable single-board computer (SBC) powered by the Celeron J4125 Gemini Lake Refresh processor. The X2L comes with 2GB to 8GB of RAM, an M.2 socket for SSD storage, and another M.2 socket for a wireless module. It also offers a variety of ports, including dual HDMI, gigabit Ethernet, four USB ports, and a 40-pin GPIO header.

Specifications of the Radxa X2L include:

• Celeron J4125 quad-core Gemini Lake Refresh processor
• Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller for GPIO control
• 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB LPDDR4 RAM
• 1x M.2 M-Key socket for NVMe SSD storage
• Optional 32GB eMMC flash
• 2x HDMI ports
• 3.5mm headphone jack with microphone input
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• Optional WiFi and Bluetooth module
• 2x USB 3.0 Type-A ports, 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
• 40-pin GPIO header
• M.2 M-Key socket for NVMe SSD
• M.2 E-Key socket for wireless module
• RTC battery socket
• 4-pin header for PWM fan
• 3-pin debug header
• Power button, BOOTSEL button, clear CMOS button, and user button
• 12V/2A power supply via USB-C port
• Dimensions of 155 x 80 x 10 mm
• Temperature range of 0 to 50°C
• Certifications include FCC and CE

The Radxa X2L is available for purchase starting at $39 on Arace and AllNetChina. This price is for the model with 2GB of RAM. Users will need to add an M.2 SSD and a USB PD power supply. The 8GB model with a 32GB eMMC flash is also available for $79.

Source: CNX Software – Embedded Systems News.

Mini PC maker MINISFORUM has released the MINISFORUM MS-01, its first “Mini WorkStation” computer. Priced at $549 and up, the MS-01 offers a range of features at a more affordable price compared to similar workstations from other companies.

The MS-01 comes in four pricing/configurations options, including barebones models and models with Core i9-12900H or Core i9-13900H processors, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. The compact workstation measures 196 x 189 x 48mm, making it small by workstation standards but larger than other MINISFORUM computers.

The MS-01 offers a variety of networking, connectivity, and expansion features. It includes 2 x 10 GbE Ethernet ports, 2 x 2.5 GbE Ethernet ports, 1 x HDMI 2.0 port, 2 x USB4 ports, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports, and 1 x 3.5mm audio port. It also supports WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.

The computer features a PCIe x16 slot that can be used for additional M.2, network, or USB capabilities, or for a PCIe 4.0 x8 half-height graphics card. It supports up to an NVIDIA RTX A2000 discrete GPU. The MS-01 has fan active cooling and offers enough cooling power to allow stable performance at up to 80 watts. It can support up to three SSDs, with options for PCIe Gen 4 and Gen 3 ports, as well as an optional U.2 NVMe SSD. It also has two SODIMM slots for up to 64GB of DDR5-5200 memory.

Overall, the MINISFORUM MS-01 is a compact and feature-rich workstation that offers a range of options at an affordable price, making it an interesting choice for a mini server or similar.

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Topton has unveiled an updated version of its small fanless computer, the Topton FU02, featuring an aluminum body with heat-spreading fins on the top and sides. Initially supporting up to an AMD Ryzen 7 4700U processor, the latest release introduces newer processor options, including Ryzen 5000U and Ryzen 7000U processors.

Key Features

• The highest performance version now includes the AMD Ryzen 7 7730U chip.
• While the Ryzen 7 7730U shares similarities with the Ryzen 7 5825U, it is a technically newer chip, potentially offering longer support and achieving slightly higher scores in certain synthetic benchmarks.

In addition, the Topton FU02 is available as a barebones model, starting at a base price without memory, storage, or a wireless card. Customers have the option to purchase a fully equipped model, featuring up to 64GB of dual-channel memory, up to 2TB of storage, and a WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 wireless card. The computer is designed with two SODIMM slots for DDR4-3200 memory, an M.2 2280 slot for PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage, and a 2.5-inch bay for a hard drive or SSD.

Ports

The Topton FU02 features a variety of ports, including:

• 2 x Gigabit Ethernet
• 2 x HDMI 2.0
• 3 x USB 3.1 Type-C
• 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A
• 1 x 3.5mm audio

Topton highlights that the computer not only operates silently due to its fanless design but also features an aluminum enclosure that is dust and moisture-proof or at least resistant.

Source: Liliputing.