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MSI

MSI Cubi 5 Professional Mini Desktop i3-1215U 32GB 1TB

SKU CH-8S84-TKHQY

A compact mini desktop with a 6-core i3-1215U, 32 GB DDR4 memory, 1 TB PCIe SSD, Thunderbolt 4 and triple 4K display support

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i3
  • RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics
  • CPU modelIntel Core i3-1215U

Sizename 32GB RAM · 1TB SSD

  • 32 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • 1 TB PCIe SSD boots fast and loads files quickly
  • Intel Core i3-1215U with 6 cores and 8 threads handles demanding workloads
  • Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI plus DP 1.4 drive three 4K monitors
  • Windows 11 Pro adds BitLocker and Remote Desktop for business security

Compact workstation core

The MSI Cubi 5 Professional is a mini desktop built around an Intel Core i3-1215U processor with 6 cores and 8 threads. It ships with 32GB of DDR4 3200 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD, running Windows 11 Pro out of the box. The 65W power supply drives the entire 4.88-inch square chassis.

Triple-display office fit

This system suits workers who need three 4K screens from a tiny footprint — HDMI, DisplayPort 1.4 and Thunderbolt 4 each drive one display. Dual RJ45 ports give wired redundancy for managed networks. Buyers who need discrete graphics power or more than 64GB of RAM should look elsewhere.

Memory ceiling decides the upgrade path

The board offers two SODIMM slots and a 64GB maximum, so the installed 32GB kit leaves room to double capacity later. If your workload already demands the full 64GB limit, this platform cannot grow further.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $551.99
Typical for this category: the median of 14,711 items is $494.99.
RAM capacity 32 GB DDR4
Higher than about 70% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 1 TB PCIe
Higher than about 60% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineCubi
Model name5
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useWork / Business
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i3
CPU modelIntel Core i3-1215U
Memory
RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4 3200
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots2
Memory slots2 total
Max supported RAM64 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics
Connectivity
Network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
Front USB ports3
Front audio jacks1
Rear USB ports2
Ethernet port2 port
Power
Power supply65 W
Size & build
Form factorMini Tower
Overall dimensions4.88 in × 4.88 in × 2.11 in
Product weight1 lb (0.45 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

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Questions about this item

How much heat and power does the 65W supply and i3-1215U draw during all-day workloads?

The system ships with a 65W power adapter and the Intel Core i3-1215U has a base frequency of 3.3 GHz and a max turbo of 4.4 GHz, so sustained loads stay within that 65W envelope.

Which display cables or adapters must I already own to use the HDMI, DP 1.4 and Thunderbolt 4 video outputs?

You need an HDMI 2.0b cable, a DisplayPort 1.4 cable, or a USB-C cable certified for Thunderbolt 4 depending on which of the three video ports you connect.

Will my existing DDR4 3200 SODIMM modules work if I want to expand the two available slots up to 64 GB?

Yes, the board accepts standard DDR4 3200 SODIMMs and both of the two slots are free, allowing a total of 64 GB.

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