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MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) vs MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)

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Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official MINISFORUM site.
2026 verdict
A bigger unified memory pool and dual 10GbE settle this one, so the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) is the pick over the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB).
MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
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MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
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The MS-S1 Max pairs a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and Radeon 8060S graphics with 64GB of LPDDR5X-8000 quad-channel memory, a 2TB drive, two 10GbE ports, four USB4 connectors and an internal 320W supply. The G1 Pro is the gaming and value machine, with a desktop RTX 5060, a 16-core Ryzen 9 8945HX, an internal 350W supply and memory that can be expanded to 96GB. Choose the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max for a local AI or creative workstation, and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro for discrete graphics at a lower cost.
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FeatureMINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)Winner
Price$1719.00$2599.00MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
Rating4.64.8MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Memory TypeDDR5LPDDR5XMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Memory Speed5200 MT/s8000 MT/sMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Memory Capacity32 GB64 GBMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
Storage Capacity1 TB2 TBMINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen 9 8945HXAMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelQuad-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7)AMD Radeon 8060S GraphicsDifferent strengths
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie

What the differences mean

Memory

The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max runs 64GB of LPDDR5X-8000 on a 256-bit quad-channel bus, shared with its graphics. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro runs 32GB of DDR5-5200 in SO-DIMM slots that reach 96GB. The MS-S1 holds more; the G1 Pro can be expanded later.

Graphics

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro carries a discrete desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7. The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max uses Radeon 8060S integrated graphics with 40 compute units, stronger than typical integrated graphics but not a discrete card.

Storage

The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max ships a 2TB drive across two M.2 2280 slots, while the MINISFORUM G1 Pro ships 1TB with a second slot free. The MS-S1 starts with double the capacity.

Wired networking

The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max has two 10GbE ports, while the MINISFORUM G1 Pro has a single 5GbE port. For fast networked storage or a ten-gigabit lab, the MS-S1 is the better connected.

Power supply

Both supplies are internal, 320W in the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max and 350W in the MINISFORUM G1 Pro, so neither needs a brick. The MS-S1 Max is the larger and heavier machine for it.

Warranty and size

Both carry a two-year warranty. The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max weighs 2.8kg and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro 3.81kg, so the G1 Pro is the heavier of the two despite its smaller memory.

Which one to buy if

  • you run local AI models or GPU rendering
    MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)

    The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max's 64GB unified pool and Radeon 8060S graphics with 40 compute units are built for on-device inference and rendering.

  • you want discrete graphics for gaming
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro's dedicated desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7 is built for gaming.

  • your network runs at ten gigabits
    MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)

    The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max has two 10GbE ports, against the single 5GbE port on the MINISFORUM G1 Pro.

  • you want to add memory later
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro uses SO-DIMM slots that reach 96GB, while the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max memory is soldered at 64GB.

  • you want the lower upfront cost
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro is the cheaper of the two machines.

What owners say

Reviews of the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) cluster around how much it fits into a small box. Owners call it strong for its size, report modern games running 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 fitted in a few minutes. The recurring complaints are the bundled control app, which some antivirus tools flag as an older executable, the tight interior, and a modest port count that sends some owners to a USB hub. Warmth under long sessions comes up, though generally described as controlled.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) or MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?

For a local 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 and dual 10GbE. For gaming and a lower price the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) is the better machine, with a discrete desktop RTX 5060.

Which is better for gaming, the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) or the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)?

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB). It has a dedicated desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7, while the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) uses Radeon 8060S integrated graphics.

How much memory do the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) and the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) have?

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) ships 32GB of DDR5-5200 in SODIMM slots and reaches 96GB. The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) has 64GB of soldered LPDDR5X-8000, fixed at purchase.

Which of the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) and the MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) has faster networking?

The MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB) has two 10GbE ports, against the single 5GbE port on the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB).

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

Gamers and creators who want a real desktop RTX 5060, a 16-core Ryzen 9, an internal power supply and upgradeable memory and storage at a lower price.

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.

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