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minisforum MF-MSA1-9950X(64+0)US barebone mini PC Ryzen 9 9950X 16C/32T 5.7GHz 64GB DDR5 no SSD

SKU CH-CGW6-VRENG MPN MF-MSA1-9950X(64+0)US

Barebone mini workstation with a 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X up to 5.7 GHz, 64 GB DDR5 5600 installed, four M.2 2280 slots, dual 2.5 Gbps LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, and triple 4K video outputs

  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 9950X
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
  • Processor socketAMD Socket AM5
  • Processor cores16-Core
  • CPU feature16 cores, 32 threads, max. 5.7 GHz
  • Installed memory64 GB

CPU Type AMD Ryzen 9 9950X

Memory Type 64GB SO-DIMM DDR5 5600

  • 16-core 32-thread Ryzen 9 9950X up to 5.7 GHz for heavy workloads
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 dual-channel installed expandable to 96 GB
  • Four M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slots for high-speed storage expansion
  • Dual 2.5 Gbps LAN plus Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for fast networking
  • Triple 4K video via HDMI 2.1 DP 2.0 and USB-C DP Alt mode

Ready-to-run Ryzen 9 workstation

The minisforum MS-A1-9950X barebone ships with a 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X processor and 64 GB of DDR5 5600 memory installed. It targets professionals who need high multi-thread performance in a compact chassis without assembling parts themselves.

Expandable platform for storage and displays

Four M.2 2280 slots accept PCIe 4.0 and 3.0 SSDs up to 4 TB each, and dual SODIMM sockets allow memory upgrades to 96 GB. Video outputs comprise HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.0 and USB-C with DP Alt mode, each driving 4K at up to 144 Hz. Dual 2.5 GbE ports, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 handle wired and wireless networking.

Suits users who want CPU power in a small footprint

Buyers needing discrete graphics, additional PCIe expansion cards or a pre-installed operating system should consider other form factors. The included 19 V 12.63 A adapter powers the system, and cooling runs as quiet as 37 dB under load.

How it compares

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Price $1,042.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMINISFORUM
Model nameMS-A1-9950X
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 9950X
Processor socketAMD Socket AM5
Processor cores16-Core
CPU feature16 cores, 32 threads, max. 5.7 GHz
Memory
Installed memory64 GB
RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR5 5600
Maximum supported memory96 GB
Dual-channel supportYes
Storage
Installed storageNo Storage
Graphics
Built-in graphicsAMD Radeon Graphics
Connectivity
Maximum network speedDual 2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standard802.11ax
Bluetooth support5.2
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.0 Gen1 5 Gbit/s
1 x USB 2.0
Front audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm combo jack
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort 2.0
Rear USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbit/s
1 x USB Type-C
Ethernet port2
Additional rear ports1 x OCuLink
Power
Power supplyDC 19 V/12.63A (adapter included)
Size & build
Product dimensions189.5 × 186 × 48 mm
Product weight1.8 kg
Shipping weight3.27 kg
Package size229 × 229 × 121 mm

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Questions about this item

How long can the Ryzen 9 9950X hold its 5.7 GHz boost with the dual-fan four-heat-pipe cooler?

The dual-fan four-heat-pipe cooling system is rated for quiet operation as low as 37 dB and is designed to sustain 16-core 32-thread performance under load.

What noise level should I expect from the dual-fan cooler when the system runs all day?

The cooling system operates as low as 37 dB, keeping acoustic output low during continuous 16-core workloads.

Which M.2 SSD form factor and interface do the four onboard slots accept?

Four M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slots are provided; two run at PCIe 4.0 x4, one at PCIe 3.0 x4, and one at PCIe 4.0 x1, each supporting up to 4 TB.

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