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MSI Cubi 5 1M Mini PC Preorders Open at $330 with Thunderbolt 4

Daniel Cross 2 min read

MSI Cubi 5 1M mini PC preorders open at $329.99. Ships August 1 with Intel Raptor Lake, Thunderbolt 4, and dual Ethernet ports in a 0.83L chassis.

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MSI has opened preorders for the Cubi 5 1M mini PC in the US, giving buyers a compact option powered by ’s latest Raptor Lake-U Refresh processors. This release matters because it brings Thunderbolt 4 connectivity and high-speed networking to a chassis under one liter, a configuration that appeals to users who need desktop performance in a small footprint. The starting price of $329.99 makes the entry-level model accessible for basic computing tasks.

Compact desktop ships August 1 with dual Ethernet and up to 64GB RAM

The system relies on Intel Core 3-100U, Core 5-120U, or Core 7-150U processors to handle daily workloads. MSI pairs these CPUs with up to 64GB of DDR4-3200 memory, which allows for flexible multitasking without requiring expensive DDR5 upgrades. The compact 0.83-liter chassis measures 124 x 124 x 53.7 mm and supports VESA mounting for space-saving desk setups.

Specifications

  • CPU: Intel Core 3-100U / Core 5-120U / Core 7-150U
  • RAM: Up to 64GB DDR4-3200
  • Storage: 1TB SSD / PCIe Gen4 M.2 + SATA
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5GbE, 1GbE
  • Ports: 4x USB-A, 1x Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E and dual Ethernet ports featuring 2.5GbE and 1GbE speeds for robust network performance. The rear panel provides four USB Type-A ports running at 10 Gbps, one Thunderbolt 4 port, one HDMI 2.1 output, and one DisplayPort 1.4 output for multi-monitor configurations. Storage flexibility comes from a PCIe Gen4 M.2 slot and a SATA connector, with preconfigured models offering up to 1TB of SSD capacity.

Pricing scales with configuration, starting at $329.99 for the Core 3-100U variant and reaching $399.99 for the Core 5-120U model. The fully configured Core 7-150U system with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD costs $1,209.99. All variants begin shipping on August 1, 2026, allowing users to plan their hardware upgrades for the late summer.

We looked at MSI Adds HUDIMM DDR5 Support to in our earlier Msi coverage while tracking related hardware trends. The Cubi 5 1M confirms MSI's commitment to the mini PC segment with practical features like dual Ethernet and Thunderbolt 4. Buyers can secure their units through Amazon as the August 1 shipping date approaches.

Source: NotebookCheck

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