VZMore, a new German mini PC brand, is introducing two high-end gaming machines that bring desktop-class AMD silicon to compact cases. These units matter because they offer powerful integrated graphics that rival discrete laptop GPUs, giving buyers a viable alternative to bulky gaming towers. The AX9 Max is already available for purchase, while the more potent AX9 Ultra arrives shortly after at the IFA Berlin tech show.
VZMore launches high-end gaming mini PCs with AMD silicon
The entry-level AX9 Max relies on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 'Gorgon Point' APU to handle general computing and lighter gaming tasks. VZMore pairs this processor with a vapor chamber cooling system to maintain stable temperatures in the small chassis. The company has equipped this model with a robust selection of ports, including dual USB 4 connections and dual 2.5G Ethernet jacks for high-speed networking.
AX9 Max Specifications
- AX9 Max Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 APU
- AX9 Ultra Processor: AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 APU
- AX9 Ultra iGPU: Radeon 8060S (40 CUs)
- Cooling: Vapor Chamber (VC)
- AX9 Max I/O: 5x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, Dual USB 4, USB 2.0 Type-A, Dual HDMI 2.1, Dual 2.5G Ethernet, SD 4.0, 3.5mm Audio
The flagship AX9 Ultra steps up significantly by using the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 'Strix Halo' APU. This chip integrates the Radeon 8060S graphics engine, which features 40 compute units for heavy graphical workloads. VZMore claims this iGPU delivers performance nearly 3.5 times faster than the Radeon 890M found in previous generation chips. The company states this performance level can even keep up with some RTX 5070 Laptop discrete GPUs in synthetic benchmarks and gaming.
Both mini PCs share identical storage configurations with one M.2 2280 slot and one M.2 2230 slot, supporting PCIe Gen 4 x4 speeds for fast data access. The AX9 Max starts at under $1,500 for a configuration with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. While the AX9 Ultra offers superior graphics power, VZMore has not yet shared its specific input/output layout or final pricing details.
These launches mark VZMore's official entry into the competitive mini PC market with hardware designed for serious gaming and productivity. The AX9 Max provides an immediate option for users seeking a compact system with strong connectivity and solid performance. Buyers waiting for maximum integrated graphics power will need to wait for the AX9 Ultra specifications to be fully disclosed.
Source: NotebookCheck




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