Lots of connectivity in a compact format: Minisforum M2 Pro with 10 GbE, 2.5 GbE, WiFi 7, USB4 and Panther Lake CPU

Minisforum has announced a new high-end Mini PC called M2 Proa compact device in a 1.81 liter format that adds to its extensive catalog of this type of small computers.

On this occasion, this model stands out for debuting the Intel Panther Lake platform manufactured in the Intel 18A process, integrating the processor Intel Core Ultra X7 358H with its integrated graphics Intel Arc B390 Xe3 architecture, one of the most powerful in the world, with the permission of AMD’s Radeon 8060S.

He Core Ultra X7 358H It has a configuration of 16 cores and 16 threads capable of reaching 4.8 GHz Turbo frequency, it can be configured in three modes, reaching a TDP of 65 W in Performance mode and 45 W in Balanced and Quiet modes. The Intel Arc B390 GPU with its 12

The M2 Pro comes standard with 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM soldered on board at 7,467 MT/s.

Double Ethernet network card with 10 GbE and 2.5 GbE, WiFi 7 and USB4 complete its connectivity

Regarding internal storage, andl Minisforum M2 Pro offers three slots for M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs, two of them connected via interface PCIe 4.0 x4 and a third limited to PCIe 4.0 x1. In total it supports 24 TB of storage on the three units.

All of this is cooled with a dual phase change heatpipe (PCM) heatsink and a turbine-type fan. It also includes a 135W internal power supply, in addition to supporting 65W power via USB-C PD.

It also highlights its 10 Gbps Ethernet network connectivity with a Realtek RTL812 card, which is accompanied by a second 2.5 GbE Ethernet port (Intel i226-V), as well as Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0 wireless connectivity.

We also have three 40Gbps USB-C USB4 compatible with DisplayPort 2.1e (one front and two rear with 15 W PD output), an HDMI 2.1 output (up to 4K at 144 Hz or 8K at 60 Hz), a DisplayPort 1.4 connector, two USB 3.1 (3.2 Gen 2) ports, one USB 2.0 and a side SD card reader. It also lacks a fingerprint reader integrated at the top.

He Minisforum M2 Pro It is now available for reservation in its official store in configuration with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of SSD for a launch price of $1,439, which reduces the normal official price of $1,799 by $360. The company expects to make the first shipments at the end of September.

Technical specifications of the MinisForum M2 Pro

• Intel Core Ultra X7 Processor 358H

  • 16 cores and 16 threads
  • Efficient-core base frequency: 1.5 GHz
  • Maximum Turbo Frequency: 4.8 GHz
  • TDP: Performance Mode (PL1: 65W, PL2: 65W); Balanced Mode (PL1: 45W, PL2: 65W); Silent Mode (PL1: 45W, PL2: 45W)

• RAM memory

  • Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X (integrated)
  • Maximum supported speed: Up to 7467 MT/s

• Storage

  • 2 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots (PCIe 4.0 x4), up to 8TB per slot
  • 1 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slot (PCIe 4.0 x1), up to 8TB

• Graphic card

  • Intel Arc B390 GPU
  • Maximum dynamic frequency: 2.5 GHz
  • Graphic performance Peak TOPS (Int8): 122

• Neural Processor
• Wireless Connectivity

  • Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211
  • Bluetooth 6.0

• Physical Connectivity

  • 1x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port (RJ45)
  • 1x 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port (RJ45)
  • 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL (up to 4K at 144Hz / 8K at 60Hz, CEC compatible)
  • 1x DisplayPort 1.4 (up to 4K at 144Hz)
  • 3x USB4 (40 Gbps, Alt DP 2.1, up to 4K at 144Hz)
  • 2x USB 3.1 (3.2 gen 2) 10 Gbps Type-A (on front panel)
  • 1x USB 2.0 (on rear panel)
  • 2x USB 4 (with 65-100W PD in and 15W PD out function, only one port with PD IN)
  • 1x SD card reader (USB 2.0, up to 480 Mbps, on the right side)
  • 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack (front)

• Camera and Audio

  • Audio outputs via HDMI, DP, 3x USB4 and 3.5 mm jack

• Controls and Security

  • Power button, reset hole (Clear CMOS), fingerprint reader on top and Kensington slot
  • Copilot button
  • Wall-mount support: Yes

• Food and Refrigeration

  • Internal power adapter DC 19V/7.1A (134.9W)
  • AC input: 100-240V / 50-60Hz
  • PCM cooling system + double heat pipe and Turbo fan (maximum speed of 5000 rpm)

• Dimensions and Weight

  • Height x Width x Depth: 18.9 x 356.8 x 275.5 mm

• Operating System

  • Microsoft Windows 11 Home