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Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) vs MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and MINISFORUM sites.
2026 verdict
Two gaming mini PCs, and the Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) is the faster of the two.
Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
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Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
$2499.00

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It pairs a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX with a discrete RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, 32GB of DDR5-5600 and a 2TB drive, and it drives five displays through two HDMI 2.1, two DisplayPort 2.1 and a USB 4.0 port. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) is the smaller, lower-cost option, with a desktop RTX 5060, a 16-core Ryzen 9 8945HX, a built-in 350W supply and a two-year warranty. Choose the Asus ROG GR70 for the highest frame rates and the most storage, and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro for a compact gaming box with an internal power supply.
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FeatureAsus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)Winner
Price$2499.00$1719.00MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
Rating5.04.6Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
Memory Speed5600 MT/s5200 MT/sAsus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
Storage Capacity2 TB1 TBAsus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen 9 9955HXAMD Ryzen 9 8945HXDifferent strengths
GPU ModelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (8GB)NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7)Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelDual-channelTie
Memory TypeDDR5DDR5Tie
Memory Capacity32 GB32 GBTie

What the differences mean

Graphics

The Asus ROG GR70 carries a discrete RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, a tier above the desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7 in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro. Both are real graphics cards, but the ROG is the stronger for high frame rates and GPU rendering.

Processor

The Asus ROG GR70 uses a 16-core, 32-thread Ryzen 9 9955HX from the Zen 5 generation. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro uses a 16-core, 32-thread Ryzen 9 8945HX from the earlier generation, so the two match on core count but not on platform age.

Memory

Both ship 32GB and use DDR5 SO-DIMM slots that reach 96GB, but the Asus ROG GR70 runs at 5600 MT/s against 5200 MT/s in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro, a small edge in bandwidth.

Storage

The Asus ROG GR70 ships a 2TB PCIe 4.0 drive, double the 1TB in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro. Both use M.2 2280 slots and accept faster PCIe 5.0 drives.

Power supply

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro has a built-in 350W supply so no brick sits on the desk, while the Asus ROG GR70 uses an external 330W adapter. The ROG's brick is the cost of its stronger GPU.

Warranty and size

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro is covered for two years and weighs 3.81kg, while the Asus ROG GR70 weighs 2.75kg and its warranty period is not stated on the specification page. Neither includes a VESA mount.

Which one to buy if

  • you want the highest frame rates
    Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)

    The Asus ROG GR70's discrete RTX 5070 Laptop GPU sits a tier above the RTX 5060 in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro.

  • you want an internal power supply
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro has a built-in 350W supply, while the Asus ROG GR70 needs an external 330W brick.

  • you want more storage out of the box
    Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)

    The Asus ROG GR70 ships a 2TB drive against the 1TB in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro.

  • you want a longer warranty and the lower price
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro is covered for two years and usually costs less than the Asus ROG GR70.

  • you want the most display outputs
    Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)

    The Asus ROG GR70 drives five displays, against up to five on the MINISFORUM G1 Pro, but adds two DisplayPort 2.1 ports alongside its USB 4.0 output.

What owners say

Owners of the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) call it quiet and cool for its size, note that modern games run well at 1440p with DLSS, and single out the internal power supply and the two user-accessible M.2 slots for later expansion. The upgrade path draws repeated praise, with a second drive described as a ten-minute job and the included heatsink a welcome touch. The recurring complaints are the bundled control app, which some antivirus tools flag as an older executable, a tight interior, and a modest port count that sends some owners to a USB hub. Warmth under sustained load is mentioned but generally described as controlled.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) or MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)?

The Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) is the faster gaming mini PC, with a higher-tier RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, a newer 16-core Ryzen 9 and a 2TB drive. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) is the smaller, lower-cost pick, with a built-in power supply and a two-year warranty.

Which of the Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) has the stronger GPU?

The Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB), which carries an RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) carries a desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7, a step below.

Do the Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) need an external power brick?

The Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) uses an external 330W adapter. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) has a built-in 350W supply, so only a cable reaches the wall.

Which of the Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) has more storage?

The Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) ships a 2TB PCIe 4.0 drive, double the 1TB in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB). Both have M.2 2280 slots that accept faster PCIe 5.0 drives.

Who should buy the Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)?

Gamers and creators who want the highest frame rates, a newer 16-core Ryzen 9, a 2TB drive and up to five display outputs in a compact box.

Who should buy the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who want a compact gaming machine with a built-in power supply, a two-year warranty and easy memory and storage upgrades at a lower price.

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