MINISFORUM has introduced the M2 Pro, a new high-end mini PC powered by Intel’s Core Ultra X7 358H processor and integrated Intel Arc B390 graphics. The system arrives as one of the more expensive compact PCs in the company’s lineup, with an initial price of around $1,800, while offering a mix of next-generation Intel hardware, fast networking, USB4 connectivity, and multiple NVMe storage slots.
The Core Ultra X7 358H is based on Intel’s Panther Lake platform and brings a 16-core CPU configuration with boost clocks reaching up to 4.8 GHz. Graphics are handled by Intel’s Arc B390 integrated GPU, featuring 12 Xe3 graphics cores. MINISFORUM is positioning the M2 Pro as a compact system capable of handling gaming, content creation, local AI workloads, and other demanding tasks that usually require a larger desktop.
According to MINISFORUM, the M2 Pro can deliver up to 180 TOPS of AI performance across its CPU, NPU, and GPU. The Arc B390 graphics processor is rated for up to 122 TOPS, while the NPU can provide up to 50 TOPS. The company has also shared early gaming figures, claiming more than 65 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p using Low settings and Performance mode, although independent testing will be needed to confirm how the system performs across newer games and different graphics settings.
The mini PC comes equipped with 32GB of LPDDR5X-7467 memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The memory is soldered to the motherboard, meaning there is no option to increase RAM later. Storage, however, is more flexible, as the M2 Pro includes three M.2 2280 slots. MINISFORUM says the system can support up to 24TB of combined storage, making it suitable for users who need more capacity for games, large media files, or local AI models.
Networking is another major part of the M2 Pro’s hardware. Unlike many mini PCs that include only a single 2.5GbE port, MINISFORUM has added both 10GbE and 2.5GbE Ethernet. This could make the system interesting for users working with NAS storage, home servers, high-speed local networks, and large video or project files.
The M2 Pro also includes three USB4 ports, each capable of up to 40Gbps bandwidth, giving users options for fast external storage and other high-bandwidth peripherals. HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 are also available, with MINISFORUM claiming support for up to four displays.
Despite the hardware inside, the M2 Pro remains relatively compact at approximately 195 x 195 x 47.5 mm, with a chassis volume of around 1.81 liters. The system also integrates its power supply internally instead of relying on a large external adapter.
- Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor
- Integrated Intel Arc B390 graphics with 12 Xe3 cores
- 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 soldered memory
- 1TB NVMe SSD in the standard configuration
- Three M.2 2280 storage slots
- Up to 24TB of total storage support
- 10GbE and 2.5GbE Ethernet ports
- Three USB4 ports with up to 40Gbps bandwidth
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4
- Support for up to four displays
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0
- Integrated approximately 135W power supply
MINISFORUM is entering a premium part of the mini PC market with the M2 Pro. The combination of Intel’s Panther Lake architecture, Arc B390 integrated graphics, 32GB of high-speed memory, 10GbE networking, and three USB4 ports gives the machine a broader feature set than many traditional compact PCs. However, with a price close to $1,800, its real value will depend heavily on how the Core Ultra X7 358H and Arc B390 perform in independent gaming, productivity, and AI benchmarks.
