Minisforum, a leader in the global mini PC market, has launched the next-generation AI workstation mini PC, the ‘MS-S1 MAX’, globally. First unveiled at IFA 2025, this product is equipped with AMD’s latest flagship processor, the Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395, garnering significant attention from AI developers and researchers.
MINISFORUM, established in Shenzhen, China in 2018, is an international manufacturer that handles everything from the development to the production and sales of mini PCs. Founded by a group of computer engineers passionate about high technology and design, they created MICRO COMPUTER (HK) TECH LIMITED and launched the MINISFORUM brand to drive innovation and deliver outstanding products.
The company continues to release compact yet powerful products powered by the latest AMD Ryzen and Intel Core processors. In addition to PCs, MINISFORUM also offers monitors, tablets, and other computer peripherals. With product lines such as the UM series and AtomMan series, the brand has gained strong recognition in the domestic market as well.
The AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395 is a next-generation AI processor boasting an impressive AI performance of up to 126 TOPS. The MS-S1 MAX adopts AMD’s latest flagship processor, the Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395 (code-named: Strix Halo), which is the most powerful among existing x86 APUs. It offers approximately 2.2 times the AI performance of the RTX 4090, smoothly handling all AI tasks from large language models (LLM) to multi-modal generation.
The MS-S1 MAX is equipped with Radeon 8060S integrated graphics featuring 40 RDNA 3.5 computing units (CUs). With an integrated 60W TDP, it achieves GPU benchmark scores and gaming performance comparable to the RTX 4060 mobile (over 100W TGP), boasting exceptional power efficiency. It can perform professional tasks such as 2K gaming, 3D rendering, and video editing without a separate external graphics card.
The Minisforum MS-S1 MAX, equipped with the AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395, has the performance to run large language models (LLM) locally, allowing AI developers and researchers to experiment and develop large AI models in a local environment without relying on the cloud.
The detailed specs and features of the product are as follows:
Product Specifications
CPU: AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395 (16 cores/32 threads, up to 5.1GHz)
AI Engine: Up to 126 TOPS (NPU 50 TOPS + GPU 76 TOPS)
Integrated Graphics: Radeon 8060S (40 CUs, RDNA 3.5)
TDP: 130W sustained / 160W peak performance
Memory: Up to 128GB LPDDR5x-8000MHz (4 channels, 256-bit)
Storage: 2 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slots (PCIe 4.0 x4 + x1)
Front Ports: USB4 x2 (40Gbps, Alt DP2.0, PD 15W), USB 3.2 Gen2 x1 (10Gbps), 3.5mm audio combo jack, DMIC x2 (AI noise-canceling mic)
Rear Ports: USB4 V2 x2 (80Gbps, Alt DP2.0, PD 15W) – first in a mini PC, USB 3.2 Gen2 x1 (10Gbps), USB 2.0 x2, HDMI 2.1 FRL x1 (8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz), 10GbE LAN x2 (RJ45, Realtek RTL8127)
Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
Cooling System: Aerospace-grade aluminum case, copper base & 6 heat pipe array, powerful dual turbine fans
Size/Weight: 222.1 x 206.3 x 77.1mm / 2.8kg
Comparing the hardware of the MS-S1 MAX with competing models is crucial.
MS-S1 MAX (AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395) vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS (Zen 4)
Thanks to the larger L3 cache (64MB) and powerful integrated graphics (40 CUs) of the AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395, the MS-S1 MAX shows 25% faster performance in multi-threaded tasks.
MS-S1 MAX (AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395) vs. Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (Meteor Lake)
In the Geekbench multi-core comparison test, the AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395 scores around 22,100 points, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H scores 17,600 points. Although Intel has advantages in AI tasks due to its NPU, AMD holds the lead in pure computational performance and also has the edge in memory bandwidth with 4-channel LPDDR5x-8000 support.
MS-S1 MAX (AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395) vs. Apple M3 Max
While Apple leads in energy efficiency and broader software support due to x86 compatibility, AMD dominates in maximum performance and AI TOPS.
MS-S1 MAX (Radeon 8060S) vs. NVIDIA RTX 4060 Mobile
With a 60W integration, it delivers equivalent performance to the over 100W RTX 4060 Mobile, offering more than double the power efficiency.
Pre-order Special Promotion
Pre-order discount period: September 26, 2025 – October 3, 2025 (only 7 days)
Discount code ‘S1MAX’: 300,000 KRW discount
Discount code ‘S1MAX30’: 45,000 KRW discount
Total discount: Up to 345,000 KRW (can be applied together)
Free gift: Minisforum MGP01 gamepad
Shipping starts: Late October 2025
Delivery: Free shipping across South Korea
Warranty: 1-year limited warranty
Purchase Now : https://store.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pc
In Conclusion
The Minisforum MS-S1 MAX is more than just a mini PC; it sets a new standard for workstations in the AI era. With the AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 395 processor’s 126 TOPS AI performance, 128GB integrated memory, and RTX 4060-level integrated graphics, it provides the practical capability to run large language models locally.
The pre-order special promotion running until October 3 offers an incredible discount of up to 345,000 KRW, making it an unmissable opportunity for those interested in AI development, creative work, or experiencing cutting-edge technology.
If you wish to build your own AI infrastructure without relying on the cloud, the MS-S1 MAX seems to be the best choice.
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