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Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) vs MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
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2026 verdict
In this 2026 MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) vs Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) comparison, MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) comes out ahead thanks to price, rating, and memory type.
The comparison tilts its way because of price, rating, and memory type, with memory speed and memory capacity keeping it in front. Pick Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) only when its specific feature mix is the deciding factor for your setup. That is enough to make MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureAsus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)Winner
Price$3899.99$3879.00MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
Rating2.84.7MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
Memory TypeDDR5LPDDR5XMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
Memory Speed6400 MT/s8000 MT/sMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
Memory Capacity32 GB128 GBMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HXAMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelQuad-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPUAMD Radeon 8060S GraphicsDifferent strengths
NPU ModelNPU Intel AI BoostAMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS)Different strengths
Storage Capacity2 TB2 TBTie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) or MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)?

MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and memory type.

What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) and MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) lists $3899.99, while MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) lists $3879.00.

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Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)?

Choose Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.

Who should buy MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)?

Choose MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than the competing advantages.

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