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Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) vs MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and MINISFORUM sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) is the safer pick over Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) because of price, rating, and memory capacity.
MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
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MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
$2599.00
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Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and memory capacity, and it still looks stronger on storage capacity. You should still consider Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) if warranty and memory speed matter more than raw overall balance. That is enough to make MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureAsus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)Winner
Price$2780.99$2599.00MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Rating3.94.8MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Warranty3 years2 yearsAsus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)
Memory Speed9600 MT/s8000 MT/sAsus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)
Memory Capacity32 GB64 GBMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Storage Capacity1 TB2 TBMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra X7 358HAMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationSoldered (non-upgradeable)Quad-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel Arc B390 (12 Xe-cores)AMD Radeon 8060S GraphicsDifferent strengths
NPU ModelIntel NPU 5AMD Ryzen AI NPU (50 TOPS)Different strengths
Memory TypeLPDDR5xLPDDR5XTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) or MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?

MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and memory capacity.

What is the biggest difference between Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) and MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) lists $2780.99, while MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) lists $2599.00.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $2780.99, while MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) is listed at $2599.00. MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) (better spec).

Who should buy Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)?

Choose Asus NUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is warranty and memory speed and that matters more than price.

Who should buy MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?

Choose MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.

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