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MSI

MSI Cubi NUC 1MG-011US Core 3 100U 8GB DDR5 500GB desktop PC

SKU CH-3SNZ-DFZR3 MPN Cubi NUC 1MG-011US

Mini PC with Intel Core 3 100U, 8GB DDR5, 500GB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home and VESA mount

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core 3
  • Memory size8 GB DDR5 5200
  • Storage drive500 GB M.2 NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsIntel Graphics
  • CPUIntel Core 3 100U 1.2 GHz

Operating System Windows 11 Home

CPU Intel Core 3

  • Compact 0.826-litre chassis frees desk space
  • 6-core Intel Core 3 100U up to 4.70 GHz handles multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR5 5200 memory speeds data-intensive workloads
  • 500 GB NVMe SSD loads apps and files quickly
  • VESA 75x75 and 100x100 mount enables tidy behind-screen installation

Compact Business Mini PC

The MSI Cubi NUC 1MG-011US is a 0.826-liter desktop running Windows 11 Home on an Intel Core 3 100U six-core processor. It targets home-office users and small businesses needing a quiet, space-saving system for everyday productivity tasks. Buyers who want discrete graphics performance or user-replaceable memory should look elsewhere.

500 GB NVMe Boot Drive

The single specification that decides fit is the 500 GB M.2 NVMe SSD paired with 8 GB of soldered DDR5 5200 memory. Neither the storage nor the RAM can be upgraded after purchase, so the configuration must match the workload from day one.

VESA Mount Simplifies Placement

Mounting holes for 75x75 mm and 100x100 mm patterns let the unit attach directly to the back of a compatible monitor or a wall bracket. The only common issue is forgetting that the 120 W power adapter must stay accessible, so plan cable routing before securing the bracket.

How it compares

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

Price $652.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR5 5200
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR5
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameCubi NUC 1MG-011US
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useConsumer / Home / Personal / Mainstream
Product colorCubi 6 (BLK)
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core 3
CPUIntel Core 3 100U 1.2 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core 3 100U
Turbo clock speedUp to 4.7 GHz
Base clock speed1.2 GHz
Processor cache10 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU10 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR5 5200
RAM capacity8 GB DDR5
RAM type and speedDDR5 5200
Memory configuration8 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots1
Max supported RAM64 GB
Storage
Storage drive500 GB M.2 NVMe SSD
SSD storage500 GB PCIe
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Internal bays1 × 2.5 in SSD/HDD
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel Graphics
GPUIntel Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-FiWIFI 6E - AX 211
Ethernet controller2x Intel I226 V
Bluetooth support5.3
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
Front audio jacks1 x Mic-in / Headphone-out combo
Video connectors2 x HDMI out (supports 4K@60 Hz as specified in HDMI)
Rear USB ports2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
Ethernet port2 port
Power
Power supply120 W
Size & build
Form factorMini PC
Overall dimensions1.97 in × 5.34 in × 5.22 in
Product weight1.38 lb (0.63 kg)
Shipping weight1.63 kg
Package size224 × 216 × 102 mm
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home 64-bit

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Questions about this item

How does the 1.20 GHz base clock on the Core 3 100U behave once the system is under load?

The processor can boost up to 4.70 GHz across its six cores when thermal headroom allows, giving responsive performance for office applications and light multitasking.

What does the Thunderbolt 4 port actually limit in daily use?

Thunderbolt 4 caps at 40 Gbps data and 100 W power delivery, so a single cable can drive a display, charge the unit and connect peripherals simultaneously.

Will the 75×75 and 100×100 VESA pattern fit my monitor arm?

Yes, the chassis includes both standard VESA hole spacings, allowing direct mounting on most monitor arms, wall brackets or digital-signage rails.

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