Sapphire Launches Edge AI Mini-PCs with AMD Ryzen AI 300 Krackan Point APUs in Ultra-Compact Design

Sapphire has recently unveiled its latest lineup of mini PCs, featuring AMD’s newly released Ryzen AI 300 APUs. These systems are designed for enhanced portability, boasting a remarkably compact form factor.

Sapphire’s Edge AI Mini PCs: Powerful Portability with AMD Ryzen AI 300 APUs

The introduction of AMD’s Strix Point architecture sparked a delay among manufacturers to roll out their Strix Point-powered devices, including mini PCs and handheld consoles. Initially, the higher price of Strix Point APUs caused hesitation, but with the launch of more budget-friendly Zen 5-based mobile CPUs, manufacturers are now accelerating the release of innovative solutions.

Sapphire, a well-established name in the graphics card market known for producing cutting-edge AMD GPUs, has entered the mini PC arena with its new Edge AI Mini PC series. This new line is powered by the AMD Krackan Point APUs, commonly referred to as Ryzen AI 300, and is specifically designed to deliver strong performance within a sleek, portable package.

Sapphire Edge AI Mini PC 3 — Image credit: Computerbase.de

Measuring a mere 117 x 111 x 30mm, these mini PCs are so small they can comfortably fit in the palm of your hand. Despite their compact size, they are equipped with robust hardware and modern connectivity options. The stylish magnetic case-cover facilitates easy access to internal components without the need for tools.

The Edge AI Mini PC series is available with either the Ryzen AI 7 350 or the Ryzen AI 5 340 processors, offering up to 8 cores and 16 threads. This allows for seamless multitasking and an enhanced gaming experience. Both APUs are also integrated with powerful RDNA 3.5-based graphics, making them suitable for light gaming and intermediate graphical tasks.

Sapphire Edge AI Mini PC 2 — Image credit: Computerbase.de

Each mini PC model features a standard M.2 2280 slot for an SSD, as well as an additional 2242 slot, allowing for the installation of up to two storage drives. In terms of memory, the Ryzen AI 7 350 variant will come with 32 GB of RAM, while the Ryzen AI 5 340 model includes 16 GB. Both options utilize SODIMM RAM clocked at 5600 MT/s, and users can easily upgrade the memory as needed.

Sapphire Edge AI Mini PC connectivity — Image credit: Computerbase.de

On the connectivity front, these mini PCs come equipped with a variety of ports, including USB4.0 for high-speed device connections, standard USB-A ports, and both HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for displaying media. Additionally, they feature a 2.5 GbE LAN port for swift wired connections, alongside Wi-Fi for wireless internet access and Bluetooth compatibility for connecting various wireless devices.

While the exact pricing details remain undisclosed, it is anticipated that these mini PCs will be priced under $1000. Sapphire plans to launch the Edge AI Mini PC series in late April, with options for bare-bones systems, allowing users to customize their storage and memory configurations.

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