The Asus PN65 Mini-PC is an upcoming compact system that will be equipped with Intel’s 14th Gen Meteor Lake CPUs. With a form factor of 120 x 130 x 58mm, it offers a small and portable design. The system takes advantage of the new architecture and supports the latest connectivity standards, including 2.5G internet, Wi-Fi 6E, and DDR5 SO-DIMM memory.
According to the provided information, the mini-PC will be configurable with one or several of Intel’s upcoming 28-watt mobile Meteor Lake processors featuring Intel Iris Xe graphics. Meteor Lake is Intel’s next-generation CPU architecture, featuring enhancements like the Intel 4 node for improved density and efficiency, as well as a new packaging strategy known as tiles. Prototype Meteor Lake products have already been showcased at Computex, indicating that the release is imminent.
The Asus Mini-PC boasts a texturized matte-black finish and features front and rear I/O options.
- The front includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, a single Type-C port, a mic/headphone jack combo, and an RGB indicator.
- The rear I/O provides a more extensive range of connectivity, with four USB ports (two 3.2 Gen 2 and two 2.0), a 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort 1.4, two standard HDMI outputs, and a single Intel RJ45 Ethernet jack with 2.5G connectivity. One of the ports can be configured as an HDMI port, DisplayPort, COM, VGA, or another 2.5G LAN port, according to Asus’ spec sheet.
The mini-PC supports VESA mounting, allowing it to be mounted on the back of a monitor or other suitable surfaces for a clutter-free setup. In terms of storage, the system offers flexible configurations, with support for two M.2 2280 SSDs and an additional 2.5-inch slot for laptop HDDs or 7mm SSDs. With all three drive slots occupied, the system can provide up to 6TB of storage capacity.
Specifications for the Asus PN65 Mini-PC:
- Based on the new information, the mini-PC will come with two SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB (2x32GB) of DDR5-5600 memory.
- It will also offer two M.2 2280 slots for NVMe SSDs(MSI Launch New NVMe SSD )with capacities ranging from 256GB to 1TB, as well as a 2.5-inch SATA slot for a maximum of 2 TB of HDD storage.
In terms of connectivity, the mini-PC will feature options for both Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E wireless connectivity. It will also include a 2.5G LAN port for high-speed wired networking. Additionally, the mini-PC will have various other I/O ports located on the front and rear, along with a Kensington Lock slot on the side for added security. The compact form factor of the mini-PC measures 120 x 130 x 58 millimetres (4.72 x 5.12 x 2.28 inches), making it small and portable. It is expected to weigh approximately 0.75 kilogrammes (1.66 pounds).
Assuming that the processor used in this mini-PC is indeed part of Intel’s upcoming Meteor Lake lineup, it will be interesting to see how it performs in a 28-watt power package. Looking at Intel’s 13th Gen lineup, 28-watt mobile CPUs are categorised under the P-series and can have up to 14 cores (including 6 P-cores and 8 E-cores) and 20 threads. It remains to be seen how Intel’s Meteor Lake CPUs will perform in terms of power efficiency and overall performance compared to their predecessors.
Overall, the Asus PN65 Mini-PC appears to offer a compact and powerful solution with its impressive specifications and connectivity options.
