Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and MINISFORUM sites.
2026 verdict
Need the most memory and storage a compact desktop can hold?
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) answers that better than the Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB). It pairs a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and Radeon 8060S graphics with 64GB of LPDDR5X-8000 quad-channel unified memory and a 2TB drive, and it adds two 10GbE ports, four USB4 connectors and an internal 320W power supply. The Asus NUC 16 Pro is the more affordable Windows choice, with a three-year warranty, dual 2.5G Ethernet, expandable DDR5 and a far lighter chassis. Pick the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max for a compact AI or creative workstation, and the Asus NUC 16 Pro for a tidy, serviceable office PC.
Deals by email
Mini PC prices change while you decide
We follow prices across the catalog and email you the best deals we find.
No spam. Unsubscribe in one click.
| Feature | Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) | MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1547.53 | $2599.00 | Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years | Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X | MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 8000 MT/s | MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 64 GB | MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 2 TB | MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 7 356H | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Quad-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Graphics (4 Xe-cores) | AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | Intel NPU 5 | AMD Ryzen AI NPU (50 TOPS) | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | Tie |
What the differences mean
Memory type and speed
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max runs 64GB of LPDDR5X-8000 on a 256-bit quad-channel bus, shared between CPU, GPU and NPU. The Asus NUC 16 Pro uses 16GB of DDR5-5600 in dual-channel SODIMM slots, which is slower but replaceable and expandable to 128GB.
Storage
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max ships with 2TB across two M.2 2280 slots, one at PCIe 4.0 x4 and one at PCIe 4.0 x1. The Asus NUC 16 Pro fits a single 512GB M.2 2280 drive.
Graphics
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max carries Radeon 8060S integrated graphics with 40 compute units, aimed at GPU work and local AI. The Asus NUC 16 Pro uses four Xe-core Intel graphics, which suits office software and light media.
Wired networking and USB4
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max offers two 10GbE ports and four USB4 connectors, two of them at 80Gbps. The Asus NUC 16 Pro has two 2.5G Ethernet ports and two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Power supply
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max has an internal 320W supply with an AC inlet on the rear, so no brick sits on the floor. The Asus NUC 16 Pro uses an external 150W adapter but includes a VESA mount.
Warranty and weight
The Asus NUC 16 Pro carries a three-year warranty and weighs 910g, while the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max is covered for two years and weighs 2.8kg. The NUC is the easier machine to tuck behind a display.
Which one to buy if
- you run local AI models or GPU rendering
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max's 64GB unified pool and Radeon 8060S graphics with 40 compute units are built for on-device model inference and rendering.
- you need a Windows office desktop with a long warranty
The Asus NUC 16 Pro ships with Windows 11 Pro under a three-year warranty, with dual 2.5G Ethernet and a VESA mount.
- you want more storage from the start
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max fits a 2TB drive across two M.2 slots, versus the 512GB single drive on the Asus NUC 16 Pro.
- you want a tidier desk with no power brick
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max's 320W supply is built in, leaving only an AC cable.
- you want the lightest machine and the longest coverage
The Asus NUC 16 Pro weighs 910g against 2.8kg and carries a third year of warranty.
$1547.53
- + Price: $1547.53
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Memory Type: DDR5 vs LPDDR5X
- - Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s vs 8000 MT/s
Winner
$2599.00
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5X
- + Memory Speed: 8000 MT/s
- + Memory Capacity: 64 GB
- - Price: $2599.00 vs $1547.53
- - Warranty: 2 years vs 3 years
Price history compared
Every price change of both, in the same store, so the gap between the two lines is what one costs more than the other.
- Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Loading price history...
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) or MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?
For a compact AI or creative workstation the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) wins, with 64GB of high-bandwidth unified memory, Radeon 8060S graphics, a 2TB drive, dual 10GbE and an internal power supply. The Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) is the better office and value machine, with a three-year warranty and expandable memory.
Can the memory of the Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) and the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) be upgraded?
The Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) uses DDR5 SO-DIMM slots and can reach 128GB. The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) uses 64GB of soldered LPDDR5X, so its capacity is fixed and the larger configuration is a separate model.
How much faster is the memory in the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) than in the Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)?
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) runs LPDDR5X-8000 on a quad-channel 256-bit bus, shared with the graphics. The Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) runs DDR5-5600 in dual-channel mode, so it has both less capacity and less bandwidth.
Which of the Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) and the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) has faster wired networking?
The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) has two 10GbE ports on Realtek controllers. The Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB) has two 2.5G Ethernet ports, which is a quarter of that speed per port.
Who should buy the Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)?
Buyers who want a light, serviceable Windows 11 Pro desktop with a three-year warranty, dual 2.5G Ethernet, a VESA mount and memory that can be expanded to 128GB.
Who should buy the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?
Anyone who needs a large unified memory pool feeding capable integrated graphics in a compact box, such as local AI inference, GPU rendering or a ten-gigabit home lab.
Full comparison table
Compare all 104 Mini PCs side by side
You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Mini PCs in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.
- 104 Mini PCs
- 41 specs compared
- 38 filters
AsusNUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
$1902.44
MINISFORUMMS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX 96GB + 2TB)
$2099.00
AsusROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
$2499.00
AppleMac Studio (M5 Max 36GB + 512GB)
8% OFF$2499.00$2299.00
AsusNUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
$979.99
MINISFORUMMS-03 (Ultra 9 64GB + 1TB)
$1919.00
AppleMac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
Last priceOct 13, 2026$1569.00
Unavailable
MINISFORUMMS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
$3879.00
MINISFORUMMS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
$2599.00- Asus
NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)
$1547.53 
AppleMac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
Last priceJul 31, 2026$1273.46
Unavailable
AppleMac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
$995.00
GMKtecK17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
15% OFF
$1299.99$1099.99
MINISFORUMG1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
$1719.00
GeekomA9 Mega (128GB + 2TB)
5% OFF$3999.00$3799.00
BeelinkMini S12 Pro (N100 16GB + 500GB)
$339.00
BeelinkMini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)
$279.00
MINISFORUMM1-1390 (32GB + 1TB)
$767.00
MINISFORUMM1 Pro-125H (32GB + 1TB)
$895.00
MINISFORUMUM870 Slim (32GB + 1TB)
$799.00
Mini PCsAsusAscent GX10 (128GB + 1TB)
4.0(92)Last priceOct 13, 2026$6231.86
Unavailable
Mini PCsAsusChromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)
4.5(37)$399.00- Mini PCsAsus
NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
5.0(2)$979.99 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
4.2(31)$1299.99- Mini PCsAsus
NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
5.0(5)$1902.44 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
$1172.03- Mini PCsAsus
NUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)
$1547.53 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)
$2780.99- Mini PCsAsus
ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
5.0(3)$2499.00 
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5060 32GB + 1TB)
$2499.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5070 Ti 32GB + 1TB)
6% OFF$3199.00$2999.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
3.6(4)$3699.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)
$4999.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 1TB)
4.1(12)$3899.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
3.5(3)$4045.99
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 Ti 32GB + 2TB)
3.9(8)Last priceSep 21, 2026$3399.99
Unavailable
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)
2.8(16)$5147.99
RoutersAsusROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI
3.6(41)22% OFF$899.99$699.99
RoutersAsusROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
4.2(616)16% OFF$699.99$587.99
RoutersAsusROG Strix GS-BE12000
4.1(153)20% OFF$399.99$319.99
- Mini PCsMINISFORUM
G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
4.6(26)$1719.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
M1-1390 (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(224)$767.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
M1 Pro-125H (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(224)$895.00 
Mini PCsMINISFORUMMS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)
4.3(31)$1659.00- Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-03 (Ultra 9 64GB + 1TB)
4.9(12)$1919.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX 96GB + 2TB)
5.0(5)$2099.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
4.8(13)$3879.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
4.8(13)$2599.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
UM870 Slim (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(224)$799.00 
Mini PCsMINISFORUMUM890 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
4.3(400)$989.00
Mini PCsMINISFORUMX1 Lite-255 (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(224)$759.00