Sapphire Technology has recently unveiled its EDGE AI Mini PC Series, a lineup of ultra-compact, high-performance AI-enabled mini PCs designed to deliver next-level computing at the edge with a focus on real-time AI processing, low latency, and energy efficiency. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, these barebone systems feature integrated Neural Processing Units (NPUs) capable of up to 50 TOPS of AI acceleration, making them Copilot+ PC-ready for enhanced productivity and AI-driven features like on-device inference for tasks requiring privacy and speed. The series includes three models: the flagship EDGE AI 370 equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (12 cores/24 threads, up to 5.1 GHz boost, 36MB cache, and Radeon 890M graphics), the mid-tier EDGE AI 350 with the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 (8 cores/16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz boost, 24MB cache, and Radeon 860M graphics), and the entry-level EDGE AI 340 featuring the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (6 cores/12 threads, up to 4.8 GHz boost, 22MB cache, and Radeon 840M graphics). All models share the same compact dimensions of 117 x 111 x 30 mm, a sleek Golden Black color scheme, and VESA mount compatibility for versatile deployment in space-limited setups.
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In terms of expandability and configuration, the EDGE AI series arrives as barebones without pre-installed memory, storage, or operating system, allowing users to customize with dual-channel DDR5 SO-DIMM modules supporting up to 96GB of RAM, and M.2 PCIe NVMe SSDs via three expansion slots (one M.2 2280, one M.2 2242, and one M.2 2230 primarily for the included Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 module). Connectivity is robust for its size, with front I/O including two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, an audio jack, and a power button with LED indicator; the rear panel offers two HDMI 2.1 ports for multi-display setups, two USB Type-C 4.0 ports with Power Delivery 3.0 support, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, one USB 2.0 Type-A, a 2.5G RJ45 Ethernet port, and a DC jack powered by a 120W (19V, 6.32A) adapter. This setup ensures seamless integration into diverse environments, supporting both Windows and Linux operating systems for broad compatibility.
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The design emphasizes user-friendliness and efficiency, featuring a tool-less chassis with a magnetic top cover for quick access to internals, facilitating effortless upgrades without specialized tools. Leveraging AMD’s XDNA2 NPU architecture, these mini PCs excel in local AI workloads, minimizing reliance on cloud processing to enhance data privacy and reduce operational costs, while the integrated Radeon 800M-series graphics handle casual to mid-range gaming, content creation, and media rendering with AI enhancements. Targeted applications span education for AI-assisted learning in digital classrooms, retail for smart displays and in-store analytics, office IT as secure workstations, and professional content workflows, appealing to individuals, small-to-medium businesses, and larger organizations seeking flexible, deployable AI solutions. Availability begins through authorized Sapphire resellers and distribution partners, though specific MSRP pricing for the models has not yet been detailed.
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