MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-370 Review: The ‘AI’ PC is Here (80 TOPS)

1. The AI Mini PC: Introduction

The MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-370 is not just any Mini PC. It is one of the first to integrate AMD’s most advanced mobile architecture, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, and proudly bears the “Copilot+ PC” label. With 12 cores (Zen 5/Zen 5c) and a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of delivering up to **80 TOPS** of AI compute power, this machine redefines expectations for performance in a compact chassis.

Until now, Mini PCs were judged on their raw CPU and GPU power. Today, the equation includes a third dimension: local artificial intelligence. We put the AI X1 Pro-370 to the test to determine if this new era of “AI” PCs is just a marketing label or a real revolution. Spoiler: for content creators, AI developers, and casual gamers, the result is impressive.

2. Detailed Specifications of the AI X1 Pro-370

3. Design, Connectivity, and Cooling

The design of the AI X1 Pro-370 is both sleek and futuristic. MINISFORUM opted for a compact and elegant chassis, typical of their high-end lines. However, the major innovation lies in connectivity and thermal management, which are essential for a chip that can run up to 54W TDP.

Connectivity: The OCuLink Port

The inclusion of an **OCuLink** port is a game changer. This connector allows for plugging in an external graphics card (eGPU) with significantly higher bandwidth (up to PCIe 4.0 x4) than that offered by Thunderbolt or USB4, unleashing the Mini PC’s full potential for 4K gaming or heavy graphics tasks.

Thermal Management (Cooling)

To tame the powerful Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and its Radeon 890M iGPU, a high-performance cooling system was mandatory. The AI X1 Pro-370 uses a vapor chamber heatsink ( or equivalent) with a large airflow fan, ensuring the CPU maintains its high 54W TDP under heavy load. Our stress tests showed stable temperatures around 78-85°C, which is excellent for this performance class.

4. Performance Tests & Benchmarks

We compared the MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-370 with the previous champion, the GMKtec EVO-X1 (Ryzen 9 7940HS), to assess the actual gain brought by the Zen 5 and RDNA 3.5 architecture.

4.1. CPU Performance (Productivity)

Thanks to the Zen 5 architecture, the HX 370 offers a significant leap in single-core and multi-core performance. A 33% gain in single-core performance compared to the previous generation places it on par with the best desktop processors (i9-13900K, R9 7900X) for short, responsive workloads. It is ideal for code compilation, photo editing, and complex office applications.

4.2. iGPU Performance (Gaming)

The **Radeon 890M** is the star. With 16 Compute Units based on RDNA 3.5, it stands as the most powerful iGPU ever created. The score of 4350 in 3DMark Time Spy is impressive, rivaling a dedicated graphics card at the RTX 3050 (50W) level. This translates to fluid gaming in 1080p Ultra and even 1440p Medium settings for most modern AAA games, as shown by the 40 FPS result on Cyberpunk 2077.

4.3. NPU Performance (AI Copilot)

The main attraction is the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) at 50 TOPS (and 80 TOPS for the total platform, including CPU/GPU), meeting the requirement for Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs. This power allows for local execution of Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI applications without relying on the cloud. For creators, this means ultra-fast video upscaling (Fluid Motion Frames), real-time camera effects (Windows Studio Effects), and phenomenal acceleration in software like DaVinci Resolve or Adobe Premiere Pro.

5. Value for Money and Conclusion

At a price of around $1099 for the 64GB/1TB version, the MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-370 positions itself as a premium product, yet its performance-to-price ratio is excellent considering the embedded technology. It offers desktop-level CPU performance and modern console-level graphics performance, all in an ultra-compact, AI-ready format.

If you are a professional looking for a compact workstation with cutting-edge AI capabilities, or a gamer who wants a versatile machine capable of upgrading to a high-end eGPU system (thanks to OCuLink), the AI X1 Pro-370 is undeniably the best AI Mini PC on the market in 2025. It surpasses its competitors not only in raw power but also in its forward-looking vision of personal computing.

6. Pros and Cons