MINISFORUM MS-A1 Mini Workstation Mini Barebone Pc, DDR5/4xM.2 NVMe SSD, Dual 2.5G RJ45 Mini PC,HDMI/DP/Type-C,4xUSB Ports,Supports AMD AM5 CPU,WiFi 6E&BT5.2 Mini Computer(NO CPU/NO RAM/NO SSD/NO OS)

Replaced 5 servers with this little gem of a mini PC. Highly recommend.

Bought this to use as a router/firewall, came with win11 pro without even mentioning that it would. Will be getting another for my mum to replace her old Win10 desktop, literally blown away with how good this thing is.

Im running it with a Ryzen 7950x and a rtx 4090 on oculink, this is the updated version so just put in the cpu and it works, temps are great considering the cpu is running at 100w, 86c single core 74 multicore, so far it has been stable !The cusstomer service is terible ! I ask a question and it takes 2 days and its a verry evassive answer or useless !I asked them what bios does this come with and can I get a link to a bios update and the just gave me a link to a usb c update..Considering that I havebough 4 Minisforum pc`s and 2 oculink dock`s I would expect a bit more service !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Pros: feels like quality, smaller than it looks, good cooling, 4 nvme and oculink port !Cons: bios is so bassic its surreal, I cant even turn the external usb drives when its off, cusstomer service useless !My conclussion is buy it if you dont need any assistance.Oculink how harrd is it to be helpfull ? all I wanted was a bios update and a couple of basic questions, like where do I get a fan replacement for the 790 pro.. I didnt even ask for a replacement..

Bought the MS-A1 because I thought it might make a nice powerful NAS due to its 4 M.2 slots.Unfortunately, there are just too many negatives to be used as such. It runs hot and therefore the fans make a racket. The M.2 drives run fairly hot. Between 39 and 48 degrees idle and well into the 60's when actually being stressed. The unit is a pain to assemble. No instructions included so you have to go the their website where they have a video that shows how to assemble the unit. The one M.2 cooler they supply is only held down by 2 tiny screws where the philips heads round off when you try to tighten them up.In short, this unit is just not designed very well ans definitely not worth the price being asked for it. I would advise anyone to avoid this unit. It's a shame because I really wanted to like this unit...Update 10.05.2025; Got contacted by Minisforum and offered a full refund. I acceped, only to be contacted again a day later, asking me to make videos, lecturing about M.2 drives being able to run at 60, 70 or even 80 degrees. They asked what M.2 coolers I was using, which are actually supplied with the unit! No mention anymore about a Full Refund. I do not have the time to do their QC for them! So another star removed from my rating. I’ll write it off as a bad buy. So, my advice still would be to look at other units, unless you like noise or are looking for a small heater :-)

I love this mini-pc. The UM780 XTX rocks a Ryzen 7 CPU that crushes everyday tasks and even lets you edit photos or game casually. Plus, it's super versatile - upgrade RAM, storage, or even connect an external GPU for crazy graphics power. It's also 'future-proofed' - packed with ports (USB4, dual ethernet) to keep you connected to basically everything. CNo need to worry about overheating, as the cooling system keeps things chill and whisper-quiet. Also ,another important factor - the sleek metal body with a customisable top plate makes a statement on my desk. Don't go overboard with the customization though (see my photos).One thing to consider - price. This mini PC isn't cheap, but you get what you pay for - top-tier performance in a tiny package. The UM780 XTX is a beast of a mini PC, perfect for creators, gamers, or anyone who needs serious power in a small footprint. Just be prepared to spend a bit more for this tiny monster. Would I recommend it? Definitely yes, if you need a powerful and versatile mini PC. But if you're on a tight budget or need the absolute smallest size, there might be better options out there.

Best home server I've ever bought!

I had to replace an aging Alienware Tower and as I am not a heavy PC Gamer didnt want to spend the earth on a new system. I saw these mini pc's but thought there was no way they would be any good in such a small form factor how wrong I was. This system packs well above its weight and I am very happy I bought it. It can handle most tasks thrown at it fast and quietly and gaming wise it is fine for my uses. If you want 4k on Ultra settings this isnt the system but for everyday use and some gaming this is brilliant

Buying this was a bit of an unknown but it turned out to be a great little machine with excellent build quality. Bought as a barebone, this PC replaces a huge desktop and I'm very happy with it.Be aware that the Minisforum drivers are not happy being installed to Windows 10 - use Windows 11. Had occasion to use Minisforum support who quickly responded.