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Series

Z2 Mini1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP names the line Z2 Mini and this generation Z2 Mini G1a.

MS Series7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Specifications heading explicitly identifies the MS Series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

BN4G0UT#ABA6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Part number BN4G0UT#ABA is the HP SmartBuy Z2 Mini G1a: Ryzen AI MAX+ Pro 395, 64GB LPDDR5X soldered, 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe 2280 Value 4x4 SSD, Windows 11 Pro 64, MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 and Bluetooth 5.4, no WWAN, no discrete graphics. C3XE0UT#ABA is a 128GB build and a different product, and other part numbers differ in CPU, memory and storage.

MS-S1-MAX12US1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Selected US variant 47071388139765: Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB RAM and 2TB SSD. Public product variant identifies SKU MS-S1-MAX12US. 64GB, 4TB and P495 models are excluded.

GTIN / EAN

1992513220686Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Retailer lists UPC 199251322068 for BN4G0UT#ABA.

48971188348275Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/702314/minisforum-ms-s1-max-next-gen-ai-workstationRead 8 October 2026UPC on the exact US Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB LPDDR5X-8000, 2TB Windows 11 Pro listing.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

6 January 20253Press releasehp.com/us-en/newsroom/press-releases/2025/future-of-work.htmlRead 15 October 2026CES 2025 press release dated January 6, 2025 announces the Z2 Mini G1a with Ryzen AI Max PRO, up to 128GB memory and an internal power supply. HP said it would be available in spring 2025.

25 September 20259Maker product pageyoutube.com/watchRead 8 October 2026MINISFORUM official MS-S1 MAX global launch video published 25 September 2025. Available-now marketing accompanied preorders, so publication is not treated as verified first retail shipment.

Status

Available6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Listing shows Add to Cart with 13 in stock and a price of $4,555.28 on 2026-10-15. The HP store page for this SKU was not reachable.

Available1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Exact variant remains available to order. Current mid-October shipping text refers to a later batch, not the original release.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Retailer record states MARKET:US for the US SKU suffix ABA.

US1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Overview: Color Black. A retailer calls the finish Jet Black.

Black5Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/702314/minisforum-ms-s1-max-next-gen-ai-workstationRead 8 October 2026

SegmentiUse the maker's product category. Do not assign a use case from performance or appearance alone.

Workstation1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP calls it a mini workstation and files it under HP Z workstations.

Workstation1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Maker calls this an AI Mini Workstation.

Form factoriThe maker's stated chassis class. Generic tower does not imply a full, mid or mini tower tier.

Mini PC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026QuickSpecs Overview: Form Factor Mini.

Mini PC1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026

Case

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Case dimensionsiChassis width, height and depth in the stated orientation. Source notes identify feet, handles or brackets excluded by the maker. An all-in-one is measured with its included stand when the maker gives both sizes.

Width168Height85.5Depth200mm(6.6 × 3.4 × 7.9 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Chassis dimensions H 3.4 in (8.55 cm), W 6.6 in (16.8 cm), D 7.9 in (20 cm) in standard desktop orientation. HP rounds to 0.1 cm. Stored as 85.5 x 168 x 200 mm.

Width222.1Height77.1Depth206.3mm(8.7 × 3 × 8.1 in)7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Specifications explicitly identifies height x width x depth as 77.1 x 222.1 x 206.3mm in the horizontal orientation. Matches maker dimensions. Maker claimed 2.8kg is stored separately.

Case volumeiVolume published by the maker. It may differ from the outer dimensions multiplied together.

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WeightiPublished system weight for the stated configuration. Source notes distinguish maximum, approximate and starting weights. An all-in-one is weighed with its included stand when the maker gives both weights.

2.3kg(5.1 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Starting at 2.3 kg (5.07 lb). HP says exact weights depend on configuration. This is the starting weight, not a figure for the stored configuration. StarryHope lists 2.65 kg.

2.8kg(6.2 lb)2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker published system weight. Notebookcheck measured 2.847kg on its sample, which is not substituted for this claimed weight.

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Case materialsiPublished materials of the enclosure and panels, not every internal component. An edition with other panels, such as a wood front, can differ, so it is per variant.

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Aluminium, Plastic1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Maker specifies an aluminium chassis. Exact-configuration Notebookcheck review confirms metal and plastic enclosure construction.

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Front panel

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Mesh1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Maker describes a diamond-matrix grille. Review describes a grated front with front air intake.

Tool-less side paneliWhether the side panel can be opened without a tool after any shipping or security screw is removed. Conditions belong in the source note.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Access Panel: tool-less for the top panel. A number 1 Phillips screwdriver is needed for the bottom panel and M.2 modules need a screwdriver.

No4Owner's manualmanuals.plus/m/7fcd3136e67d7b06a2451d79f6bd342a7aaf799faea973b5ac1efb22c51c9983_optim.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 2 and 9: remove two rear screws, then use supplied clip-opening tool to release and slide the board tray out. Tool requirement remains after screws are removed. Custom wall holes are 100 x 178.5mm, which do not match either supported VESA enum.

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Display

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Screen sizeiActual diagonal of the primary built-in all-in-one display. Do not substitute a rounded marketed size. External bundled monitors and chassis status screens are excluded.

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Native resolutioniPhysical pixel resolution of the primary built-in all-in-one display. External video-output limits, bundled monitors and chassis status screens do not qualify.

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Panel typeiPublished panel technology of the primary built-in all-in-one display. A display brand name alone does not establish panel technology. External bundled monitors and chassis status screens are excluded.

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Max refresh rateiHighest published refresh rate of the primary built-in display at native resolution. External video-output limits do not qualify.

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TouchscreeniPublished touch-input support of the primary built-in display. A touchscreen status panel does not qualify.

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer ordinary brightness rating of the primary built-in display. Preserve published conditions in source notes. Not HDR peak, outdoor peak or a reviewer measurement.

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Motherboard form factoriMotherboard dimensions class, not the size of the computer case.

Proprietary1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026System board is 182 x 160.57 mm, which is a HP-specific size and not a standard class.

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CPU socket

FP111Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP: Processor Socket Single BGA-2077. AMD names the package FP11.5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026CPU Socket FP11.

FP113Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 8 October 2026Chip maker FP11 package/socket designation. It does not imply a replaceable desktop processor.

Expansion slotsiPhysical card slots and WLAN M.2 slots. Storage M.2 slots belong in storage_slots. Mechanical slot shape and electrical lane width are separate.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Mechanical slot type	Electrical lanes	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 E-key	2	3	1	Yes

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Internal Slot M.2-E: 1 PCIe Gen 3 x2. The factory wireless card is a MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 M.2 card, so the slot is occupied. The two M.2-M slots are in storage_slots.

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Mechanical slot type	Electrical lanes	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
PCIe x16	4	4	1	No

Source2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026One mechanically x16 connector with PCIe 4.0 x4 electrical lanes. ServeTheHome shows stock card slot empty. Half-height single-slot cards only per manual. WLAN socket key is not explicitly published, so no E-key row is inferred.

PCIe x16 slotsiCounts mechanically x16 card slots, including occupied slots. A slot may have fewer electrical lanes.

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Free expansion slotsiCounts slots documented as unoccupied. GPU thickness can block access to an unoccupied slot.

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Fan headersiPhysical connectors for fans on the motherboard, not the number of installed fans.

11Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026System Board: CPU Fan Header Yes. Memory, chassis and front PCI fan headers: None.

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Overclocking in BIOSiTrue when BIOS permits CPU or memory tuning. Source notes must distinguish XMP or EXPO memory tuning from CPU multiplier overclocking.

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Processor

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 3951Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table: AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 395, 16 cores, 32 threads, 5.10/3.00 GHz, 64 MB cache, Radeon 8060S.

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 3952Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Processor brand

AMD5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026

AMD2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Processor codenameiChip maker's processor or platform codename. This is separate from each core's architecture name.

Strix Halo5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Strix Halo3Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Core configurationiOne row per stated core category. Apple super cores are distinct from performance cores. Clock values describe that category.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Core type	Count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max core turbo clock (GHz)
Performance	16	Zen 5	3	5.1

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table: 16 cores, 5.10 GHz max boost and 3.00 GHz base. The 16 Zen 5 cores are one category with one set of clocks.

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Core type	Count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max core turbo clock (GHz)
Performance	16	Zen 5	3	5.1

Source3Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact non-PRO Ryzen AI Max+ 395 specifications: 16 Zen 5 CPU cores, 32 threads, 3.0GHz base and up to 5.1GHz boost. No efficiency-core category.

CPU cores

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Performance coresiCounts rows explicitly classified as performance cores. Apple super cores are stored separately and excluded.

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Efficiency coresiCounts efficiency and low-power efficiency cores. Zero means a complete stated core configuration has no such cores.

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Threads

325Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026

322Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Max core turbo clockiHighest core-category turbo or boost clock in cpu_clusters. Separate favored-core or processor-level boost ratings are not substituted for a category's published turbo clock.

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L3 cache

64MB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table: cache 64 MB. AMD lists L3 64 MB and L2 16 MB.

64MB3Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 8 October 2026

CPU core process nodeiPublished CPU-core fabrication node. Package components and I/O dies may use other nodes. Maker node name belongs in the source note.

4nm5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026Processor Technology for CPU Cores: TSMC 4nm FinFET. The I/O die is also TSMC 4nm.

4nm3Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 8 October 2026CPU-core technology explicitly TSMC 4nm FinFET. No node is inferred from the product family name.

CPU base power (chip rating)iChip maker's base-power or default-TDP rating. It is not measured wall power or the PC maker's configured power limit.

55W5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026Default TDP 55W. AMD cTDP is 45-120W. HP's configured power is in cpu_power_max_w.

55W3Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 8 October 2026AMD default TDP 55W. AMD configurable TDP 45-120W is not substituted for MINISFORUM configured 160W peak/130W sustained limits.

Peak CPU power (configured)iPower limit configured by the PC maker, such as PL2 or PPT. Do not substitute the chip maker's maximum turbo-power rating.

120W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table lists TDP 120 W for the 395, and the noise table labels the top build AMD FP11 Strix Halo 120W. This is HP's configured power for this chip. AMD's default TDP is 55 W with cTDP 45-120 W.

160W1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Maker advertises 160W peak and 130W sustained CPU power. These configured limits are separate from AMD default TDP and wall draw.

Unlocked multiplier

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NPU performanceiPublished NPU throughput only. GPU, total-system AI throughput and different precision modes are separate. Precision belongs in the source note.

50TOPS2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Copilot+ PC: up to 50 NPU TOPS. AMD also lists NPU TOPS up to 50 and overall TOPS up to 126. The precision is not stated.5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026AI Engine: NPU TOPS up to 50, overall TOPS up to 126.

50TOPS2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026Published NPU throughput only. Overall AI 126 TOPS and GPU FP16 TFLOPS are excluded. NPU precision is not specified.

Integrated GPU

AMD Radeon 8060S1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Radeon 8060S for the Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 395, using unified system memory.

AMD Radeon 8060S2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

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CPU cooler

Air1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cooling Solution: Air cooled forced convection. HP's page calls the APU cooling phase change. No fan model or fan count is published.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Cool and Quiet: phase change APU cooling, 3D mesh air intake and fans. The stored enum is air because QuickSpecs says air cooled forced convection.

Air2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026Six heat pipes, phase-change material and two 88 x 20mm turbine fans. These standalone SoC-cooler fans and the PSU fan are excluded from the case-fan table.

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Case fansiInstalled chassis airflow fans, including radiator fans. Excludes GPU, PSU and standalone CPU-cooler fans. Count fan rotors, including multiple rotors in a single-frame assembly. A mini PC whose only fan cools the processor and moves the air through the case counts that fan.

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Number of case fansiSum of documented chassis and radiator fan rotors. Excludes GPU, PSU and standalone CPU-cooler fans.

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Discrete GPU

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Graphics Info: Integrated graphics for every APU option.

No2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026Radeon 8060S is explicitly internal integrated graphics. Manual FAQ states this chassis does not support discrete graphics-card expansion.

GPUiDiscrete graphics chip. Integrated graphics belong in integrated_gpu.

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VRAM

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GPU board poweriConfigured total board power of the installed card. A chip-family reference rating is not proof of an OEM card limit.

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GPU boost clockiPublished boost clock for the installed graphics card and mode. Do not use a measured transient clock or another board model's rating.

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Graphics card length

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Graphics card thicknessiCard thickness in PCIe bracket-slot units, such as 2.5. This is not the number of connectors or motherboard slots.

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GPU power connector

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Memory

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RAM

64GB6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 202664GB LPDDR5X soldered. The description says 8533MT/s, which conflicts with HP's 8000 MT/s.

128GB1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026

RAM type

LPDDR5X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Solder-down LPDDR5x.

LPDDR5X1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026

Configured RAM speediMemory transfer rate configured on delivery. A rated XMP or EXPO profile may be faster when it is disabled.

8,000MT/s1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP: up to 8000 MT/s LPDDR5x. A retailer SmartBuy description says 8533MT/s. HP's own documents say 8000, so 8000 is stored. A review teardown (BabelTech, 128GB unit) reports LPDDR5X-8533 chips with an effective 8000 MT/s.

8,000MT/s1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Selected 128GB LPDDR5X-8000 configuration. Specification V3.2 corroborates configured onboard memory, not an optional EXPO profile.

Rated kit speediRated memory-kit or profile speed. This can differ from the speed configured on delivery.

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Memory kit

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RAM upgradeiHow installed memory is physically attached. Purchase-time capacity choices do not mean memory can be upgraded later.

Soldered1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Memory: Solder-down. Purchase-time choice of 16, 32, 64 or 128GB depending on the APU.

Soldered6Reviewservethehome.com/minisforum-ms-s1-max-review-the-best-ryzen-ai-max-mini-pc-yet/2Read 8 October 2026Exact 395/128GB/2TB review: SoC and memory soldered to the motherboard and not upgradable. Unified memory is not evidence of memory integrated into the SoC package.

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable memory connectors, with one row per occupancy state. Package-integrated memory is not a DIMM slot.

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RAM slots

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Free RAM slots

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Max RAM for this CPU and GPUiMaximum stated capacity without changing the CPU or GPU configuration represented by this product. For integrated memory this is a purchase-time limit. For slot-based RAM it is the maker's supported upgrade limit.

128GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Maximum Memory 128GB for the 395. It is a purchase-time limit.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Up to 128 GB unified memory, with up to 96 GB assignable to the GPU.

128GB1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Published maximum 128GB for Ryzen AI Max+ 395, corroborated by AMD. Soldered memory cannot be upgraded after purchase.

ECC memoryiSystem-level ECC memory support or configuration. DDR5 on-die ECC alone does not establish this field.

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Storage

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Storage

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Installed drivesiInstalled drives, one row per physical drive. Capacity is in decimal GB. Use the generic SSD option when its protocol is not published. It does not establish an interface or socket. Do not represent alternative purchase capacities as installed drives.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Capacity (GB)	Type	PCIe generation	Drive
1,000	NVMe SSD	4	HP 1TB 2280 PCIe-4x4 Value M.2 SSD

Source6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Description: 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe 2280 Value 4X4 SSD. HP's QuickSpecs names this HP 1TB 2280 PCIe-4x4 Value M.2 SSD. The model name is HP's, not the NAND maker's.

BMINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)

Capacity (GB)	Type	PCIe generation
2,000	NVMe SSD	4

Source5Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/702314/minisforum-ms-s1-max-next-gen-ai-workstationRead 8 October 2026Installed marketed 2TB SSD. Exact ServeTheHome sample confirms one PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive, with secondary SSD socket empty. Supplier Kingston model is sample-specific and omitted.

Storage slots and baysiPhysical SSD connectors and drive bays, counted once each. Multiple supported M.2 lengths or alternative bay uses do not create extra slots.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	No

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Internal Slot M.2-M: 2 PCIe Gen4 x4. HP's SSD options are all 2280. The stored configuration has one drive installed and one slot free.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Up to 8TB with dual NVMe modules and RAID.7Reviewcreativebloq.com/tech/laptops/hp-z2-mini-g1a-workstation-review-jumbo-sized-computing-performanceRead 15 October 2026Review opened a 128GB and 2TB unit: the removable casing shows an extra M.2 slot that can take a second SSD. This matches QuickSpecs two M.2-M slots with one drive installed.

BMINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	1	1	No

Source6Reviewservethehome.com/minisforum-ms-s1-max-review-the-best-ryzen-ai-max-mini-pc-yet/2Read 8 October 2026Two physical SSD sockets, one occupied x4 slot and one empty x1 slot. Maker V3.2 confirms M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 plus PCIe 4.0 x1. Review correction on January 15 resolves its former second-slot x4 error. Separate occupied WLAN socket is not counted as storage.

M.2 slots

2=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

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Free M.2 slots

1=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

1=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Free drive bays

0=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

0=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Fastest storage-slot PCIe generationiHighest documented PCIe generation of a storage slot. This does not identify the installed drive's generation.

4=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

4=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Power supply

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PSU rated outputiPower supply's rated output, or an external adapter's output rating. Maximum system consumption, peak PSU power and wall draw are separate.

300W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Power Supply: 300W 92% efficiency wide-range with active PFC, internal. HP gives no 80 PLUS level, so the efficiency enum is left out. Form factor is not published.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026The 300W internal PSU supports the highest power CPU and GPU rich configurations.

320W1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Literal maker 320W internal power-supply rating, with internal DC 12V/26.6A label conditions. No alternative rating is calculated. Review sample supplier model is not guaranteed.

PSU form factoriReplacement PSU dimensions class. Electrical standards such as ATX12VO belong in psu_atx_version. A supply built into an all-in-one is proprietary unless the maker names a standard size.

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PSU efficiencyiWhen an 80 PLUS and a Cybenetics level are both published, the 80 PLUS level is stored and the Cybenetics level goes in the source note.

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Modular cables

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PSU model

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ATX version

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Native 12V-2x6 cableiThe supplied PSU has a native 12V-2x6 GPU cable. A generic 16-pin connector description alone does not establish its revision.

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Ports

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User-facing I/O positioniLocation of the accessible front, top, side or bottom port panel.

Side1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP calls the panel Side I/O.

Front2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

User-facing portsiAccessible front, top, side and bottom ports at the stated I/O position. Counts refer to physical connectors.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Power out (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	10	Not available
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort 2.1 Alt Mode	1	10	15
3.5 mm audio	Headphone and microphone combo	1	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Side I/O: headphone and microphone combo, 1 SuperSpeed USB Std-A 10Gbps (charge up to 5V/2.1A) and 1 SuperSpeed USB Type-C 10Gbps (Alt mode DisplayPort 2.1 with 15W output).

BMINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	Power out (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	10	Not available	Not available
USB-C	USB4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode	2	40	USB4	15
3.5 mm audio	TRRS combo audio	1	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026V3.2 specifies one front USB-A Gen 2 10Gbps, two USB4 40Gbps with DP 2.0 Alt Mode and 15W output, and one TRRS jack. Older manual front diagram says Gen 1, but its descriptive text says Gen 2. Micro Center lists two front USB-A ports, contradicted by maker and exact reviews. Built-in microphones are not sockets.

Rear portsiPhysical rear connectors, including motherboard and discrete-GPU outputs. Source notes identify disabled onboard video ports and any incomplete GPU output evidence. A video input, such as HDMI in on an all-in-one, is Other. AC power input is a mains inlet, such as C14, for a built-in power supply. DC in is for an external adapter.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Connected to
Ethernet (RJ45)	2.5GbE	1	2.5	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
Mini DisplayPort	DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR10	2	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	10	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-A	USB 2.0	2	0.48	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-C	Thunderbolt 4	2	40	Thunderbolt 4	Yes	Motherboard
Other	Power connector	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear I/O: 1 RJ-45 (2.5GbE), 2 Mini DisplayPort 2.1, 2 SuperSpeed USB Std-A 10Gbps, 2 Hi-Speed USB Std-A 480Mbps, 2 Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C 40Gbps and the power connector. Two optional Flex IO modules add ports and are not counted. The stored model number lists no Flex IO option. The Mini DisplayPort, USB-C and Thunderbolt outputs come from the APU graphics. The HP page names the Mini DisplayPort version as 2.1 UHBR10.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Packed with Ports lists 2 x Mini DP 2.1 UHBR10, 2 x USB2-A, 2 x USB3-A 10Gbps, USB4-C 40 Gbps/TBT4, 2.5GbE DASH and two Flex IO slots on the back, plus USB-C 10 Gbps with alt DP mode and USB-A 10 Gbps on the side.

BMINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	Power out (W)	DP Alt Mode	Connected to
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	10	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-A	USB 2.0	2	0.48	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-C	USB4 V2, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode	2	80	USB4	15	Yes	Motherboard
HDMI	HDMI 2.1 FRL	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
Ethernet (RJ45)	10GbE	2	10	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
AC power input	C14	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026V3.2 specifies two 80Gbps USB4 V2 ports, not 120Gbps display-bandwidth mode. Intel JHL9580 controller identity in the manual does not establish Thunderbolt device certification. USB 2.0 480Mbps and C14 inlet are corroborated by ServeTheHome external hardware review. All data/video connectors are onboard. No separate physical DisplayPort sockets.

User-facing USB portsiPhysical USB-A and USB-C connectors on the accessible front, top, side or bottom panel.

2=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

3=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

User-facing USB-C portsiPhysical USB-C connectors on the accessible front, top, side or bottom panel, including Thunderbolt and USB4 sockets.

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2=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

Rear USB ports

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ThunderboltiThunderbolt documented in the rear-port table. Front-panel-only Thunderbolt is not covered by this derived field.

Yes=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

No=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Ethernet speed

2.5Gbps=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

10Gbps=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Discrete GPU output portsiCounts rear connectors explicitly attributed to the discrete graphics card. A partial rear-port table cannot establish the card's complete output count.

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Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 71Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Networking and Communications lists a MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 card.

Wi-Fi 72Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi bandsiBands explicitly supported by the installed radio and product region. Do not infer 6GHz use solely from a Wi-Fi version.

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2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact installed MT7925 radio lists a/b/g, 5GHz ac and 6GHz ax/be. Reviewer tests 6GHz. US manual FCC/IC sections explicitly permit indoor 5925-7125MHz use.10Certification listapi.cert.wi-fi.org/api/certificate/download/publicRead 8 October 2026MediaTek Filogic 360 MT7925 radio certificate WFA126057, pages 1 and 3, explicitly supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz. Exact installed radio is named in maker V3.2. US product manual permits indoor 5925-7125MHz and review directly tests 6GHz. This is radio capability corroboration, not whole-PC certification.

Wi-Fi module

MediaTek MT79251Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Networking and Communications: MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 BT 5.4 wireless card M.2 AIM-T. Only one wireless card option is listed.6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026

MediaTek MT79252Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly specifies MT7925. No vendor RAM, SSD or PSU sample marking is promoted to a guaranteed bill of materials.

Wi-Fi antenna

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Bluetooth

5.41Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Same card line: BT 5.4.

5.42Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Ethernet controller

Realtek RTL8125BPH1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026System Board: 2.5GbE controller RTL8125BPH with WOL and AIM-T management.

Realtek RTL81272Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026

Camera and audio

None of 5 known

WebcamiPublished built-in camera description and resolution. Keep sensor megapixels, video resolution and named camera features distinct in the source note. External bundled cameras do not qualify.

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Built-in speaker driversiPhysical built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Audio channels, system beepers and external bundled speakers do not count. Do not infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

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Total speaker poweriManufacturer stated combined output of the built-in speakers. Preserve power basis in source notes. PSU ratings and external speaker output do not qualify.

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MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones. Beamforming channels and microphone modes do not count.

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Audio featuresiPublished built-in audio capabilities and their required software or accessories. Do not infer hardware from an audio brand name.

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Lighting

None of 4 known

RGB lighting

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Lit parts

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Lighting standardiNamed physical RGB control or connector standard. ARGB lighting alone does not prove a 5V header or a standard connector.

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Lighting software

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Software

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Operating system

Windows 11 Pro1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Preinstalled options Windows 11 Pro 64, Windows 11 Home 64, Linux-ready and Ubuntu 24.04. The stored SKU ships with Windows 11 Pro 64 per the retailer description.6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Windows 11 Pro 64 in the HP SmartBuy description.

Windows 11 Pro1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Pre-installed OS row explicitly states Windows 11 Pro. The separate supported-OS row also lists Home and does not define the supplied edition.

OS family

Windows1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Windows 11 is the preinstalled OS of the stored SKU.

Windows1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026

Control software

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Upgradeability

None of 4 known

Proprietary partsiParts or interfaces the maker or teardown identifies as requiring nonstandard replacements. Do not infer from a brand label alone.

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Max graphics card length

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Max CPU cooler height

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Warranty kept after upgradeiWhether the maker keeps the warranty after a user upgrade under the stated terms and market. Damage exclusions alone do not mean all warranty is void.

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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116points7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact sample specifications confirm non-PRO Ryzen AI Max+ 395, Radeon 8060S, 128GB fixed RAM and Kingston 2TB SSD. Performance mode: 160W peak/130W sustained, Radeon Adrenalin 25.9.2. Review does not identify benchmark BIOS version.

Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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1,912points7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Cinebench 2024 multi-core, same exact sample and Performance mode.

Geekbench single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Geekbench multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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11,340points7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Time Spy Graphics score, not total score 11284 or CPU score 10980. Same sample and Performance mode.

3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2,187points7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Steel Nomad DX12 score. Vulkan 2742 is a different API run and excluded. Same sample and Performance mode.

SSD sequential read (measured)iReviewer's sequential read test. A file-copy rate or maker's SSD rating is not a sequential read measurement. Test method belongs in the source note.

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4,672MB/s7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026AS SSD sequential read test of internal sample Kingston OM8TAP42048K1-A00 2TB SSD. External ADATA USB4 and DiskSpd figures are excluded. Installed supplier may vary.

Game frame ratesiReviewer measurements for this CPU, GPU, memory, storage and cooling configuration. Resolution, preset, ray tracing, upscaling and frame generation conditions belong in rows or source notes.

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

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BMINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)

Game	Width (px)	Height (px)	Preset	Upscaling	Average FPS
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	Low	FSR off	133.9
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	High	FSR off	97.9
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	Ultra	FSR off	87.3
Baldur's Gate 3	1920	1080	High, temporal AA	Not available	101.4
F1 24	1920	1080	High, temporal AA, 16x AF	Not available	191.2

Source7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Same exact sample, Performance mode and Adrenalin 25.9.2. Cyberpunk rows explicitly FSR off and use the standard game benchmark table. Separate 30-minute Ultra loop mean 80.6fps is a different run and excluded. BG3/F1 conditions match source preset labels. Unstated ray tracing, frame generation, upscaling and BIOS conditions are left unspecified. Percentile P1 values are not stored as average 1% low FPS.

Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

AHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

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BMINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)

Profile	Load	Distance (cm)	Noise (dB(A))
Performance, BIOS 1.03	Idle	15	35.5
Performance, BIOS 1.03	Max load	15	51.7

Source7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Explicit BIOS 1.03 noise retest in Performance mode, Earthworks M23R at 15cm. Ambient 24.7dB(A). Stored idle and maximum-load results replace initial idle result 46.3. Other benchmarks are not assumed to use this BIOS.

Highest measured fan noiseiHighest measured row in fan_noise_measured, not a theoretical maximum. Compare only at the same distance and test conditions.

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Measured fan noise at idleiHighest documented idle row in fan_noise_measured. Distance and ambient noise floor belong in the source note.

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35.5dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per load

CPU temperature in stress testiCPU temperature measured during the named sustained load. Source notes distinguish gaming loops from synthetic CPU or combined stress tests.

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70°C7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Temperature section: CPU remains around 70C at full load in Performance mode. Not a GPU-only temperature.

CPU clock in stress testiSustained all-core CPU clock under the stated test. A P-core-only average is not a whole-CPU all-core clock.

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured power

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Power draw idleiMeasured system power at the wall at idle. Certification or maker claims are not reviewer measurements.

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8.2W7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Metrahit Energy wall-power table: average idle 8.2W, range 7.2-10.2W, Performance mode.

Power draw gamingiMeasured system power at the wall during the stated game and settings.

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165W7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Average wall draw during Cyberpunk 2077 at 1920x1080 Ultra, FSR off, Performance mode.

Power draw maxiMeasured power at the wall during combined CPU and GPU stress. A PSU rating or game-only load is not this value.

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203W7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Peak 203W during combined Prime95 28.10 and FurMark 1.25 at 1280x720. Mean 168.3W. CPU-only Prime95 peak 204W is excluded.

Power draw sleep or offiMeasured power at the wall with the stated sleep or off mode. These modes must be identified in the source note.

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5.7W7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Wall-power table labels Standby at 5.7W. Off mode is separately 2.3W. Exact ACPI sleep state is not published.

Sustained CPU power (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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130W7Measurementnotebookcheck.net/One-of-the-most-powerful-mini-PCs-of-2025-Minisforum-MS-S1-Max-review-AMD-Strix-Halo-Power-128-GB-RAM-Radeon-8060S-for-professionals-AI.1124332.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Reviewer observes stable sustained 130W CPU package power under stress in Performance mode. Separate from wall draw.

GPU power while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Certifications

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ENERGY STARiExplicit certification status for the model or defined configuration scope. Absence from a search result is not proof of false.

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EPEATiPublished registration level. Missing registration evidence is not proof of none.

Gold1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Additional Information: in compliance with IEEE 1680.1 (EPEAT) at the Gold level, and Eco-Label list says EPEAT Gold registered in the United States. This is a family statement and the EPEAT registry was not opened for this SKU.

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Copilot+ PC

Yes2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026HP's page labels the system Copilot+ PC with up to 50 NPU TOPS.

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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)iStandardized TEC from the named ENERGY STAR or EU product-information record. It is not a prediction of an individual user's annual energy use.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the boxiItems supplied with this exact configuration. Optional accessories and configurator add-ons are not guaranteed included.

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MS-S1 MAX computer5Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/702314/minisforum-ms-s1-max-next-gen-ai-workstationRead 8 October 2026US retailer package-contents list explicitly names the computer. This is a partial inventory. Generic manual shows other accessories but says supplied accessories can vary by region, so those are not guaranteed here.

Included extrasiExtras confirmed supplied with the exact configuration. Optional bundles are excluded.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

3years6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026HP's description reads 1/1/1 with HP 3 year Onsite Workstation Bundled Support and the retailer's part name ends 3/3/3 WTY. QuickSpecs gives a standard one-year 1-1-1 warranty for the family, so other SKUs may differ. Stored as the SKU's bundled 3 years in the US.

2years1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026US maker store states 2-Year Seller Warranty. Exact US retail record independently lists two-year limited parts and labor warranty. Japanese one-year warranty is excluded.

Warranty service

On-site1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Service, Support, and Warranty: on-site, next business-day service for parts and labor.6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Bundled support is on-site, matching QuickSpecs on-site next business-day service.

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Links

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Product page

www.hp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.html2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026HP's Z2 Mini G1a workstation page. HP's US store product page was not reachable, so the stored SKU's availability comes from the retailer listing.

store.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pc1Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ms-s1-max-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP QuickSpecs c09133726, a reseller-hosted copy of the HP document. Its first pages are stamped Version 10 (February 24, 2026) and later pages Version 11 (July 31, 2026). HP's own download link was not reachable.

pc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.html2Maker product pagepc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/MS-S1+MAX/spec/MS-S1_MAX_Specifications.htmlRead 8 October 2026Official maker support specifications, Version V3.2, copyright 2025. Current maker store corroborates its ports and controllers.

Manual

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manuals.plus/m/7fcd3136e67d7b06a2451d79f6bd342a7aaf799faea973b5ac1efb22c51c9983_optim.pdf4Owner's manualmanuals.plus/m/7fcd3136e67d7b06a2451d79f6bd342a7aaf799faea973b5ac1efb22c51c9983_optim.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker-branded MS-S1 MAX manual, 15 pages, copyright Micro Computer (HK) Tech Limited 2024-2025. Original document reproduced by Manuals+. No manual for P495 is used.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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