Thermalright Introduces AI HydroNous R1: Water-Cooled Mini PC Powered by Ryzen AI Max+ 395

The AI HydroNous R1 is engineered for exceptional performance, boasting a robust configuration complemented by an advanced liquid-cooling system. This setup enables the mini PC to deliver high-performance computing even under intense workloads.

Introducing the AI HydroNous R1: The Pinnacle of Mini PC Performance

Thermalright has unveiled its latest innovation, the AI HydroNous R1, which harnesses the power of AMD’s flagship Zen 5 mobile chip. This new mini PC features the cutting-edge 16-core/32-thread Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, specifically designed for tech enthusiasts seeking unparalleled computing capabilities. Enhanced by a custom water-cooling solution, the HydroNous R1 unlocks exceptional performance levels.

Thermalright AI HydroNous R1 with an AMD Ryzen AI Max+395 processor, displaying '60°C 5012 MHz' and '10:30' on screen against a futuristic backdrop. — Image Credit: IT Home

Designed in a compact vertical format, the HydroNous R1 features a 2.6-liter chassis that accommodates the potent AMD mobile chip alongside an innovative liquid-cooling solution. Although the Ryzen AI Max+ 395’s official thermal design power (TDP) is rated at up to 120W, Thermalright has significantly pushed this limit to a striking 176W. This robust cooling system is essential to manage such power demands, providing headroom for both gaming and professional applications.

Exploded view of the AI HydroNous R1 highlighting 180mm liquid cooling and compact 2.6L design. — Image Credit: IT Home

The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is renowned for its powerful synergy of CPU and integrated GPU, making it an excellent choice for gaming and productivity. Featuring the Radeon 8060S, this processor offers compelling gaming performance even at ultra settings. Its compact design ensures high portability, allowing users to easily transport it in a backpack. Uniquely, the HydroNous R1 incorporates a dedicated 4.6-inch LCD display, providing real-time hardware metrics while ensuring efficient ventilation for optimal cooling.

The input/output capabilities of the HydroNous R1 are commendable, featuring a high-speed Ethernet port along with dual USB4 ports to accommodate high-bandwidth devices. According to a report from IT Home, it comes equipped with a 10GbE LAN, although details about the inclusion of a Wi-Fi adapter remain unclear. As of now, the total RAM and storage specifications for this device have not been disclosed by Thermalright, nor has the pricing been officially announced.

Update: Recent information from @realVictor_M indicates that the AI HydroNous R1 will be available with 128GB of RAM and 2TB of storage, priced at approximately 23, 990 Yuan or US$3, 500.

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