- Panther Lake FEVM ultra-thin mini PC measures just 169 x 108 x 19 mm
- Features a 10 Gigabit Ethernet port along with multiple USB Type A connectors
- System includes three internal M.2 slots for high-speed storage expansion
Chinese PC maker FEVM is preparing an unusually thin mini PC powered by an upcoming Intel Panther Lake processor.
Tech leaker Huang514613 claims that the preliminary dimensions of this device are just 169 x 108 x 19 mm, with an unusually dense array of connections on all four sides of the chassis.
The device includes features rarely found in such a slim form factor: 10 Gigabit Ethernet, an OCuLink port, and support for three internal M.2 storage slots.
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A mini PC as thin as a laptop
The device’s profile is close to that of a conventional laptop, making it an unusual design for systems built around the expansion of a desktop computer.
The Panther Lake ultra-slim mini PC comes equipped with 13 ports, offering extensive connectivity on all sides of its compact chassis.
It features a 3.5mm audio jack, a DC power input, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports, along with HDMI and DisplayPort outputs.
It also includes several USB Type A ports, although precise specifications for these connectors are not yet available.
Multiple configurations seem possible, with some designs showing USB-A ports on one short side and the OCuLink port on the opposite side, while others combine both on the same edge.
The layout is unusual for such a compact case the size of a business laptop, as it allows for a variety of peripheral options without adding thickness.
Its internal design supposedly supports three M.2 slots: one slot offers PCIe 5.0 x4 speeds, another supports PCIe 4.0 x4 via an OCuLink adapter, while the third M.2 slot works with PCIe 4.0 x2.
The device reportedly uses a 55W Intel Core Ultra processor from the Series 3 family, a generation associated with the Panther Lake platform.
Although systems in this size category typically rely on mobile-class chips, the stated power envelope is still relatively high for a chassis less than 2cm thick.
Substantial heat generation is expected as a result and the manufacturer has installed a dual fan setup to help maintain stable operating temperatures.
Compared to typical mini PCs, which often prioritize height to allow for better cooling and ports, this design prioritizes extreme thinness while offering extensive connectivity.
At the time of writing, there is no official confirmation of the device’s specifications and the company has not released pricing or launch details.
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