- The Zbox Magnus EN275060TC’s 2.65-liter chassis packs more power than many mid-sized desktops.
- Users can add their own high-speed RAM and storage for flexibility
- The Intel Core Ultra 7 brings 20 cores into a palm-sized package
Zotac’s latest entry into the mini PC market positions itself as a useful competitor with ambitions well beyond its small size.
The company claims that the Zbox Magnus EN275060TC can compete with the Apple Mac Studio in terms of performance, although such comparisons may require further investigation.
The Magnus measures 210 x 203 x 62.2 mm, approximately the size of a small hardcover book, and weighs approximately 1.4 kilograms.
Customization and upgrade options
At just 2.65 liters of total volume, this is one of the smallest desktop systems currently equipped with a full desktop-class GPU.
Inside is an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics card.
The processor itself features eight performance cores and twelve efficiency cores, with a 5.2GHz turbo boost and 30MB cache.
With the GPU’s 16GB of VRAM, this configuration promises high-performance 4K gaming, creative workloads, and AI-driven tasks.
Still, questions regarding thermal control and durable performance remain open, especially given the extremely tight internal space.
Unlike some pre-built compact systems, the Magnus ships as a barebones kit, allowing users to install their own memory and storage.
It supports up to 96 GB of DDR5 memory, either at 6400 MT/s using CSODIMM or 5600 MT/s using traditional SODIMM modules.
Two M.2 slots (one PCIe 5.0 and one PCIe 4.0) provide flexibility for installing SSDs.
While this design grants users the freedom to tailor the machine to specific needs, it also increases the total cost once high-end components are added.
Zotac includes the necessary Wi-Fi antennas and wall-mounting hardware, which could make it attractive to those looking for a compact professional PC setup or a capable yet portable mobile workstation.
For connectivity, this device includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports, five USB Type-A ports, two Ethernet connections, and four display outputs.
Display outputs include HDMI and DisplayPort options, which allow the system to handle multiple monitors and peripherals.
It also supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless connectivity.
However, the system relies on a large 330W external power supply, which somewhat diminishes the appeal of its compact design.
The Zbox Magnus has been listed in some European markets at around €1,600, or around $1,555 before taxes.
This price puts it in direct competition with larger desktops offering better cooling and potentially higher sustained performance.
Via TechPowerUp
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