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MINISFORUM M1 Pro AI Mini PC Barebone, Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (16C/16T, Up to 5.4Ghz), 99 Tops, Without Storage/OS, 2xUSB4/HDMI/DP Quad Display, 2.5G LAN, OCuLink, WiFi 7, BT5.4, Arc 140T GPU

Name: MINISFORUM M1 Pro AI Mini PC Barebone, Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (16C/16T, Up to 5.4Ghz), 99 Tops, Without Storage/OS, 2xUSB4/HDMI/DP Quad Display
Brand: MINISFORUM
SKU: B0FWQJCM34
Price: 623.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-06

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SpecPicks scored MINISFORUM M1 Pro AI Mini PC Barebone, Intel Core Ultra 9 285H… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro consoles category. MINISFORUM's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Mixed or limited buyer feedback at this price point — focus your evaluation on recent reviews that specifically address build quality and long-term reliability, and shortlist one or two close alternatives before deciding.

Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Backed by MINISFORUM's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

【Powerful Processor】M1 Pro is the next evolution in the AI Mini PC Ultra 9 series. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H offers 16 cores (6P-cores + 8E-cores + 2LPE-cores) and 16 threads, 24MB Intel smart cache, up to 5.4GHz. It is currently one of the best value-for-performance AI Mini PC computers. M1 Pro Mini Desktop Computer delivers 28% faster single-thread performance with Intel's advanced 3nm process technology. Perfect for video and photo editing, office tasks, 3D rendering, and live streaming, etc.
【AI Performance】With a groundbreaking 99 TOPS total AI performance (CPU+NPU+GPU), the M1 Pro delivers unparalleled processing power through its triple-engine architecture: 9 TOPS CPU, 13 TOPS NPU, and 77 TOPS Intel Arc 140T GPU. Effortlessly handles 50+ simultaneous creative tasks while providing optimized support for large-scale software, making it the ultimate portable AI workstation.
【Expandable Storage】The M1 Pro Barebone Mini PC supports DDR5-6400MHz (dual SO-DIMM slots) and offers up to 128 GB of storage. It features dual M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0×4 slots, supporting up to 4TB per SSD (totaling up to 8TB), perfect for high-speed data processing, rapid file transfers, and faster system responsiveness in demanding workloads.
【2.5Gbps LAN Port & WiFi 7 & BT5.4】The M1 Pro micro computer features a 2.5Gbps Ethernet port for ultra-fast wired networking, along with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for seamless wireless connectivity, ensuring a low-latency, stable connection, which greatly increases the network speed.
【OCulink Support】This M1 Pro Mini Computer features an OCuLink interface. OCuLink is a standard for externally connecting PCI Express, the speed is PCIe4.0 x4=64G, with faster support speeds compared to Thunderbolt 4 and USB4. With this port, you could install an external GPU to enhance gaming and AI capabilities. Note: *Non-hot-swappable, OCuLink requires one M.2 2280 PCIe4.0 SSD slot*. An OCuLink adapter is included in the package.
【Quad Video Outputs】The M1 Pro desktop computer features 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS (4K@60Hz), 1x DisplayPort 1.4 (8K@60Hz/4K@144Hz), and 2x USB4 (8K@60Hz/4K@144Hz) outputs, enabling simultaneous connection of up to four ultra HD displays(three 8K + one 4K) for expanded workspace and enhanced productivity.

Full Specifications

Brand	MINISFORUM
Color	Silver
Weight	64g
RAM Type	DDR5 RAM
CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 9
CPU Speed	5.4 GHz
Cache Size	24 MB
Model Name	DeskMini
Resolution	3840 x 2160
Style Name	M1 Pro-285H 0+0
Unit Count	1 Count
Screen Size	25 inches
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Connectivity	Bluetooth, WiFi
Display Type	LED/LCD (8K)
Memory Speed	6400 mt_s
Model Number	DeskMini
Speaker Type	Built-in
Video Output	HDMI, DisplayPort, USB4
Compatibility	PC

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MINISFORUM M1 Pro AI Mini PC Barebone, Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (16C/16T, Up to 5.4Ghz), 99 Tops, Without Storage/OS, 2xUSB4/HDMI/DP Quad Display, 2.5G LAN, OCuLink, WiFi 7, BT5.4, Arc 140T GPU is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-15. Price and availability subject to change.