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Compact black mini PC with front ports and ventilation grille

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minisforum DeskMini Core Ultra 5 235HX 32GB 1TB barebone mini PC

SKU CH-R3G2-7D8SN

Barebone mini PC with 14-core Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX, 32 GB DDR5, 1 TB SSD, dual 10G and 2.5G RJ45, HDMI, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, expandable to 256 GB RAM

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 Processor 235HX
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
  • Processor socketFCBGA2114
  • Processor cores14-Core (6P+8E)
  • Built-in graphicsIntel Graphics
  • Wi-Fi standard802.11ax

Model MS02-235HX · 32+1T

  • 14-core Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX powers demanding multitasking
  • 32GB DDR5 installed with four slots supporting up to 256GB total
  • Dual LAN with 10G and 2.5G RJ45 for high-speed wired networking
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 deliver modern wireless connectivity
  • PCIe 4.0 x4 expansion plus multiple SSD bays enable flexible storage upgrades

Compact workstation with Core Ultra 5 235HX

The minisforum DeskMini is a barebone mini PC built around an Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX processor with 14 cores. It arrives with 32GB of DDR5 memory installed and a 1TB SSD. The platform supports up to 256GB of DDR5 across four SO-DIMM slots and includes dual RJ45 ports rated at 10G and 2.5G plus WiFi7 and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity.

Suits multi-display workflows

This unit targets users who need four video outputs and fast wired networking in a small footprint. It does not suit buyers who require a discrete graphics card, legacy certified ports, or a chassis that accepts standard ATX power supplies.

Deciding specification: four DDR5 slots supporting

The maximum memory capacity of 256GB across four DDR5 SO-DIMM slots determines whether this barebone can handle the intended workload. Buyers planning large memory configurations should verify their module compatibility before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $792.99
Pricier than about 71% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMINISFORUM
Model nameDeskMini
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 Processor 235HX
Processor socketFCBGA2114
Processor cores14-Core (6P+8E)
Memory
RAM slots4
Supported memoryDDR5
Maximum supported memory256 GB
Dual-channel supportYes
Installed memory32 GB
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel Graphics
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standard802.11ax
Bluetooth support5.4
Ports & slots
HDMI ports1
Ethernet port2
More details
Slim ODD4
Additional detailsPCIe4.0 × 4

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Questions about this item

How many DDR5 SO-DIMM slots does the DeskMini have for memory upgrades?

The DeskMini provides four DDR5 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 256 GB total capacity in dual-channel mode.

What is the correct order for populating the four DDR5 slots to enable dual-channel operation?

Install matched modules in slots 1 and 3 first, then slots 2 and 4; the system will not run in dual-channel if you fill only adjacent slots.

When will the pre-installed 32 GB DDR5 memory need replacement for heavier workloads?

The 32 GB kit can be expanded to 256 GB across the four slots; replace or add modules when your applications exceed the current capacity.

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