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minisforum DeskMini Core i5-12600H 32GB DDR5 1TB barebone mini PC

SKU CH-9KC5-3Y78Z

A compact workstation with a 12-core i5-12600H, 32 GB DDR5, 1 TB storage, dual 10 Gbps SFP+ ports and triple 8K display output

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5-12600H
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
  • Processor socketFCBGA1744
  • Processor cores12
  • Installed memory32 GB
  • RAM slots2

Model MS01-S1260 · 32+1T

  • 12-core i5-12600H with 16 threads up to 4.5 GHz handles heavy workloads
  • Dual USB4 ports drive 8K at 30 Hz or 4K at 144 Hz plus HDMI 4K at 60 Hz
  • Two 10 Gbps SFP+ ports with link aggregation deliver ultra-fast wired networking
  • 32 GB DDR5-4800 installed, expandable to 64 GB across two slots
  • PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot supports RAID 0/1 and U.2 adapters for high-capacity storage

DeskMini Core i5-12600H workstation

This barebone mini PC integrates a 12-core Intel Core i5-12600H processor with 32 GB of DDR5 4800 memory and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. It targets professionals who need compact multi-display output and 10 GbE fibre connectivity without a full tower chassis. The system ships new and ready for immediate deployment.

Thermals, noise and power

The unit relies on its internal cooling solution to manage the 45 W mobile processor and Iris Xe graphics at 1.4 GHz under sustained loads. Two 2.5 GbE RJ45 ports and dual 10 Gbps SFP+ links add network throughput without increasing acoustic output. Power is delivered through the included external adapter and cord.

Bundled accessories and expansion

A U.2-to-M.2 conversion adapter and an SSD heat sink let you install enterprise U.2 drives up to 15.36 TB or add a second M.2 2280 device with RAID 0 or 1 support. An HDMI cable and mounting screw are also supplied, so the three-display layout (HDMI 4K 60 Hz plus two USB4 ports at 8K 30 Hz or 4K 144 Hz) works straight from the box.

How it compares

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Price $808.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMINISFORUM
Model nameDeskMini
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5-12600H
Processor socketFCBGA1744
Processor cores12
Memory
Installed memory32 GB
RAM slots2
Supported memoryDDR5 4800
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Dual-channel supportYes
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standard802.11ax
Bluetooth support5.2
Ports & slots
Front USB ports3
HDMI ports1
Rear USB ports2
Ethernet port2
Power
Power supply19 V/9.47A 180 W
Size & build
Product dimensions7.72 × 7.44 × 1.89 in
Product weight3 lb (1.36 kg)
More details
Additional details1x PCIe4.0 × 4

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Questions about this item

How do I install the included 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD and what step is often missed?

Fit the SSD into the M.2 2280 slot, attach the supplied SSD heat sink, then secure it with the provided screw; many builders forget the heat sink and the drive throttles under load.

Which components will need replacement or maintenance first?

The internal cooling fan is the only moving part and will eventually wear out; the 32GB DDR5 4800 memory and 1TB M.2 2280 SSD have no moving parts and rarely require replacement.

What thermal limit appears first when the Core i5-12600H runs at 4.5 GHz continuously?

The CPU hits its 4.5 GHz turbo ceiling and the compact cooler cannot dissipate the full 12-core load, so clock speeds drop to stay within thermal limits.

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