- Ayaneo AM03 packs Intel Core i9 power into a small, quiet, high-performance mini PC
- Dual-channel DDR5 memory reaches 64GB for smooth multitasking and heavy workloads
- Integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics handles multi-monitor setups and hardware acceleration
Ayaneo has expanded its hardware lineup with the AM03, a mini PC that leans heavily on visual restraint while packing high-end internal components.
At first glance, the device looks more like a neutral household object than a performance-oriented computer, which appears to be a deliberate design decision.
The speaker adopts a minimalist form intended to blend into workspaces rather than dominate them, relying on a retro aesthetic while avoiding obvious gaming elements.
Minimalist design with premium performance
Despite its compact body, the device houses an Intel Core i9-12900H processor, a 12th generation Alder Lake-H chip with 14 cores and 20 threads, capable of reaching turbo speeds of up to 5.0 GHz.
This hybrid processor architecture balances 6 performance cores with 8 efficiency cores, delivering strong multi-threaded performance while maintaining power efficiency at a TDP of 45W.
Integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics support multi-monitor setups and hardware acceleration, making the AM03 suitable for productivity, creative workloads, and moderate gaming.
The Ayaneo AM03 offers dual-channel DDR5 memory support up to 64GB at 3200MT/s, paired with dual M.2 NVMe SSD slots. One slot supports PCIe 4.0×4 while the other supports PCIe 3.0×4, allowing up to 8TB of total storage.
The device’s storage interface remains flexible, supporting both PCIe and SATA drives, allowing for efficient upgrades and expansion.
For cooling, the AM03 uses a large high-pressure turbine fan combined with two heat pipes and an aluminum fin array totaling 74,738.4 mm².
This design allows the system to operate quietly, dissipate heat quickly, and maintain high performance without throttling, providing desktop-grade stability in a compact chassis.
The AM03 features a foldable front panel that hides two USB-A 3.2 Gen2 ports, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack, preserving a clean, minimalist look.
Function keys include power, ambient lighting control, volume rocker, and two custom buttons, all managed through AYASpace 3.0 software.
A curved “Skyline” RGB ambient light adds a subtle visual accent, and its modes can be customized to match the office aesthetic.
Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, two 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, and multiple display outputs via HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4, both of which support 4K at 120Hz.
It includes two built-in stereo speakers that provide adequate sound without external devices.
Starting at ¥2,699, or approximately $399, the Ayaneo Mini PC AM03 is now available in limited first-batch stock.
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