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4.9 out of 5
97.50% of customers are satisfied
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow What a NUC!
Great processor and cooling, perfect for Windows, Linux, or Proxmox.Everything works well right out of the box.Well, since I got a barebones unit, I did have to install the memory and SSD, but that was easy!It stays cool under load without being loud.Note: I don't do gaming - I have read that AMD has better gaming graphics than Intel, but that doesn't matter to me. It does a fine job of transcoding multiple video streams in real time, and that's the most intense GPU work that I need.Yes I recommend this for anyone wanting a tiny home server, or a modern desktop computer.
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Mini PC and Two-year warranty
I purchased this Kodlix GD70 as a spare Mini-PC when I had to be without my main Mini-PC when having warranty work on old um690 from Minis Forum. This unit is also sold by Minis Forum, and I have had Awesome Warranty after sale customer service AAA+++. The GD70 Is fast Booting and can Handle many tasks at once and the cooling on this unit worked very well. Also, I have used this unit for using PLEX movie server and it does not stutter or freeze while showing videos on my home theater system. For the price it is a great Mini-PC. I have used it like a laptop with external portable lap top screens between the mini pc and wireless keyboard and mouse fits in my old briefcase (it could also fit in a backpack) to take it with me on trips. Would Buy again.
4.0 out of 5 stars Wanted to love it, but had to return.
I've tried out several of these mini-PCs, and this one could be awesome depending on your use. I use mine as a mini-Linux home server.Pros:(1) i9-12900HK(14C/20T) is amazing in this small form factor(2) PCIe4, DDR4 is still decent (though there are some mini-PCs out there with DDR5)Cons:(1) they advertise this as having amazing cooling...but the airflow is not good. My main reason for returning is my NVMe M.2 drive is going over 70 and throttling. I've used the same drive in other systems and it stays cooler;(2) related to above, the NVMe slot is in an awkward spot that makes it very difficult to insert and remove. it also limits the size of the heatsink that can be used (the heatsink that is supplied fits, but does not cool adequately;(3) the cable for the SATA SSD is pretty janky... it works, but you need to be super careful about opening the lid if you're going to use an SSDThe use the easy-opening lid as a selling point. It's not for me. I prefer a lid (or bottom) that is secure with screws. This one pops open too easily for me, and I see how it could open up accidentally. It's a con for me, but could be a pro for others.I'm only docking a star. The CPU in this thing is amazing. I have another mini-PC that has an inferior CPU, but the NVMe drive stays cool. This unit might meet your needs, just do your research.
5.0 out of 5 stars Not a Gaming Device, buy it for what it is.
Great little machine, and the unit is QUIET, and even under heavy load the CPU temps are very well kept under 80 degrees in hot countries like mine.I'm running Proxmox 8.1 with 1 Windows 10 VM, 1 Ubuntu 22.04 VM, and 4 LXC containers, Linux support is great but you need a recent Kernel (6.1+) to enjoy better CPU performance, just be mindful of that.This is my second MINISFORUM PC and I'm only looking forward to continue purchasing more from them.
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful Little Machine
This is a very zippy little machine even at the base clock speed. It runs at 2.5 GHz most of the time but can boost up to 5 GHz. I configured mine with 32 GB of Ram and have no issues running what I need to. The USBC ports are great for my 4k monitors. I am running 3 43" 4k monitors and have no issues performance wise. My only criticism is the click to open case. Most people will not be opening the case that often so it is an annoyance when I go to put my hand on the device to insert a usb cable and inadvertently open a corner of the case. If you want to design it that way then put it on the bottom. Not a major issue but still kind of annoying. Also stop using micro sata connectors. They are terrible when trying to add a SATA drive. All that being said I will still probably buy more of these.
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than expected
This unit replaced an Intel NUC 13 Pro that had an issue and ASUS (who took over from Intel) really screwed up the repair (I'll never buy from ASUS ever again). Originally, I had bought Intel since I hoped for reliability and good service and was skeptical of the various Chinese brands/models that make up the majority of the mini PC market. So, this time around I decided to give someone else a try and, after reading lots of online reviews and forum postings, I settled on MinisForum. I debated the NAB9, NAD9 and MS-01.I'm not a gamer and wanted to stick with Intel, even though AMD gets all the praise for their better graphics. I teach I.T. industry certifications (A+N+S+) and need a system that can run up to 4 virtual machines (VMs) like Linux, Windows Server, etc. I also wanted one with various features that I could demonstrate during my online classes (throttling, overclocking, multicore, hyperthreading, etc.).I already had a Samsung 980 SSD (2 TB M.2 NVMe) that I planned to put into the system and so I purchased the barebones kit and installed the SSD and RAM myself (also wanting to see just how easy it would be as this would give me a chance to look inside of the unit). It was a breeze... 32GBx2 SODIMMs (G.Skill) and the Samsung SSD installed in just a couple of minutes. I debated adding an active fan cooler heatsink to the SSD since MinisForum usually uses one when they provide the SSD. However, I ended up just using the passive heatsink that came with the NAB9. If you do plan to add a fan, then make note of the mini connector power plug on the motherboard (it is not the larger 3 pin connector found on many motherboards).Since my SSD already was fully loaded with Win10 Pro and my data, etc. I knew I might need to reinstall the OS since the drivers, etc. would not match those of the MinisForum motherboard and hardware. But I was happy to see that almost all of the drivers (Intel ARC, Intel wired NIC, audio, etc.) did match. This is because the NUC Pro and MinisForum are both based on Intel chipset. The only 2 drivers that gave me problems were the Bluetooth and WiFi NIC. For some reason, MinisForum uses MediaTek instead of Intel for these. Their website is a bit confusing since it only shows the AMD MediaTek drivers, but they seem to work just fine with the Intel 12900HK CPU.After verifying everything was working correctly in Device Manager, HWinfo, etc. I started doing some real work and kept a close eye on the internal temps. Since I'm not a gamer, I don't get overly excited about all the benchmarks (Cinebench, CrystalDiskMark, et.al). I do look at these scores when comparing performance reports online, but I mainly just want to know how something is going to perform doing the things I do in the real world. I am happy to say that so far, the MinisForum NAB9 is doing great. I did push the SSD temp up to around 50C at one point under repeated heavy load but normally it sits right at 45C. And at one point yesterday I pushed the CPU into the 70s C range but today it is running in the 45-55C range with a high temp of 66C. Remember that I'm not a gamer so these numbers are more "real world" for me with a few apps and a VM or two running. If I ever really push this thing into the 70s or 80s for the CPU it would be very rare and unusual and I'm fine if it has to throttle back a little.I'm tested the WiFi, and all seemed good, but I normally run most of my network wired for security, etc. The two built-in NICs (2.5 Gbps) seem to work well and my SpeedTest results are to be expected with my 1 Gbps switch ports and current cable provider ISP service. But at least I have faster NICs should I need them in the future.So, the bottom line is that the NAB9 seems to be a solid performer that could easily manage the workload for many types of buyers. Gamers may look for something faster but if you just want a solid system that should last you several years then this may be the answer. Oh, and the fan is really quiet, which I like since this sits right in front of me as I'm teaching and talking into a webcam microphone, etc. And I did get the 3-year warranty from Bolo "just to play it safe" since I was taking a gamble on a Chinese system. I figure that IF I ever do need any kind of service then it can't be any worse than my experience with ASUS and the Intel NUC 13 Pro... never again ASUS!!! MinisForum, please don't let me don't and you'll have a customer for years to come!!!
Great Proxmox Host
Bought this to use as a host for Proxmox. Works great! Deployed the entire ‘arr’ suite & a couple extra containers without a hitch. Definitely recommend. Just something to note, the include SSD comes with Windows 11 pre-installed.
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MINISFORUM Venus Series NAB9 Mini PC, 12th Gen Core i9-12900HK(14C/20T) Small Compter Barebone Version Without RAM & SSD, 2X HDMI+2X USB-C 4K@60Hz Output, 2X 2.5G RJ45 Port, 4X USB3.2 Desktop Computer
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