Recently, MINISFORUM, the Chinese PC maker, expanded its Venus Series Mini PC with two more models: NAB9 and NAB6 Lite. Like the previous NAB6 and NAB7 Mini PC models that appeared in 2023/2024, they are powered by processors from the Intel Alder Lake family. In MINISFORUM NAB9 we will find an Intel Core i9-12900HK CPU, while in MINISFORUM NAB6 Lite has an Intel Core i5-12600H processor. As for the differences, apart from the processors, Mini PCs from the Venus series look identical. In addition, they have dual 2.5G Ethernet ports and support quad 4K@60Hz display. Both models are now available in the official MINISFORUM store and on Amazon. NAB9 is available from $503 (32GB/1TB) on Amazon, while NAB6 lite starts at $367 (16GB/512GB).
MINISFORUM NAB9 and NAB6 Lite Details and Specs
MINISFORUM Venus Series is characterized by compact Mini PCs in silver with an easy-open top cover for upgrading components. You only need to press and open the top cover. Both the latest NAB9 and MINISFORUM NAB6 lite are powered by the 12th-generation Intel Alder Lake processor. In MINISFORUM NAB9 we will find an Intel Core i9-12900HK CPU (14 cores, 20 threads, 24 MB cache, up to 5.00 GHz Max Turbo Frequency, and 115W Maximum Turbo Power with Iris Xe Graphics eligible GPU @1.45 GHz). Whereas NAB6 lite offers Intel Core i5-12600H processor (12 cores, 16 threads, 18 MB cache, up to 4.50 GHz Max Turbo Frequency, and 95W Maximum Turbo Power with Iris Xe Graphics eligible GPU @1.40 GHz). As a reminder, the NAB6 Mini PC is powered by an Intel Core i7-12650H processor. Besides, the device prioritizes optimal CPU performance through a sophisticated cooling system, combining dual copper heat pipes and a cooling fan + SSD heat sink.
The MINISFORUM’s latest NAB9 and NAB6 lite features two DDR4 SO-DIMM memory slots supporting up to 64GB, a versatile M.2 2280 slot for storage, and a 2.5-inch SATA 3.0 bay. It offers connectivity through dual 2.5 Gigabit LAN ports and Wi-Fi + Bluetooth compatibility. This compact unit measures 127 x 127.5 x 54.7 mm. More details on the specifications follow.
NAB9 and NAB6 Lite Mini PC Specification
MINISFORUM NAB9 Mini PC Specification
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i9-12900HK Processor, 14 Cores/20 Threads (24M Cache, up to 5.0 GHz)
- Graphics: Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
- Memory: DDR4 8GB×2 Dual channel (SODIMM Slots×2, up to 64GB)
- Storage: M.2 2280 512GB PCIe4.0 SSD(up to 2TB)
- Storage Expansion: 2.5 inch SATA HDD Slot ×1 (SATA 3.0 6.0Gb/s)
- Wireless Connectivity: M.2 2230 WIFI Support (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
- Video Output: HDMI (4K@60Hz) ×2, USB-C(4K@60Hz) ×2
- Audio Output: HDMI ×2, 3.5mm Combo Jack ×1
- Ports & Buttons:
- RJ45 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port ×2
- USB3.2 Gen1 Type-C ×1(Data Only, In Front)
- USB3.2 Type-C ×1(DP Only)
- USB3.2 Type-C ×1(Alt DP and Data and PD Out)
- USB3.2 Gen2 Type-A ×4
- HDMI ×2
- DMIC ×1
- 3.5mm Combo Jack ×1
- Clear CMOS ×1
- Power: DC 19V(Adapter Included)
- System: Windows 11
MINISFORUM NAB6 Mini PC Specification
- Processor: Intel Core i5-12600H, 12 Cores/ 16 Threads (18M Cache, up to 4.50 GHz)
- Graphics: Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
- Memory: DDR4 8GB×2 Dual channel (SODIMM Slots×2, up to 64GB)
- Storage: M.2 2280 512GB PCIe4.0 SSD(up to 2TB)
- Storage Expansion: 2.5 inch SATA HDD Slot ×1 (SATA 3.0 6.0Gb/s)
- Wireless Connectivity: M.2 2230 WIFI Support (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
- Video Output: HDMI (4K@60Hz) ×2, USB-C(4K@60Hz) ×2
- Audio Output: HDMI ×2, 3.5mm Combo Jack ×1
- Ports & Buttons:
- RJ45 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port ×2
- USB3.2 Gen1 Type-C ×1(Data Only, In Front)
- USB3.2 Type-C ×1(DP Only)
- USB3.2 Type-C ×1(Alt DP and Data and PD Out)
- USB3.2 Gen2 Type-A ×4
- HDMI ×2
- DMIC ×1
- 3.5mm Combo Jack ×1
- Clear CMOS ×1
- Power: DC 19V(Adapter Included)
- System: Windows 11
Availability and price
As previously stated, both models are available on the official MINISFORUM website and on Amazon. The NAB9 Mini PC is priced at $503 (32GB / 1TB) after a $96 coupon on Amazon and starts at $479 (with 32GB RAM / 512GB SSD) in the MINISFORUM store. Meanwhile, the NAB6 Lite starts from $367 (with 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD) on MINISFORUM and from $459.99 on Amazon.