- Ayaneo AM03 packs Intel Core i9 power into a small, quiet, high-performance mini PC
- Dual-channel DDR5 memory reaches 64GB for smooth multitasking and heavy workloads
- Integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics handle multi-display setups and hardware acceleration
Ayaneo has expanded its hardware lineup with the AM03, a mini PC that relies heavily on visual restraint and features high-end internals.
At first glance, the device looks more like a neutral household object than a performance-oriented computer, which appears to be a deliberate design decision.
The cabinet adopts a minimalist shape intended to integrate into workspaces rather than dominate them, taking advantage of retro aesthetics and avoiding obvious signs of gaming.
Minimalist design with high-end performance.
Despite its compact body, the device houses an Intel Core i9-12900H processor, a 12th generation Alder Lake-H chip with 14 cores and 20 threads, capable of reaching turbo speeds of up to 5.0 GHz.
This hybrid CPU architecture balances 6 performance cores with 8 efficiency cores, delivering strong multi-threaded performance while maintaining power efficiency at a 45W TDP.
Integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics support multi-display configurations and hardware acceleration, making the AM03 suitable for productivity, creative workloads, and moderate gaming.
The Ayaneo AM03 offers dual-channel DDR5 memory support of up to 64GB at 3200 MT/s, along with two NVMe M.2 SSD slots. One slot supports PCIe 4.0×4 while the other supports PCIe 3.0×4, allowing for up to 8TB of total storage.
The device’s storage interface remains flexible and supports PCIe and SATA drives, allowing for efficient upgrades and expansion.
For cooling, the AM03 uses a large high-pressure turbine fan combined with dual heat pipes and a set of aluminum fins totaling 74,738.4 mm².
This design allows the system to run quietly, dissipate heat quickly, and maintain high performance without throttling, providing desktop stability in a compact chassis.
The AM03 features a foldable front panel that hides two USB-A 3.2 Gen2 ports, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack, preserving a clean, minimalist look.
Function keys include power, ambient lighting control, volume change, and two custom buttons, all managed through AYASpace 3.0 software.
A curved “Skyline” RGB ambient light adds a subtle visual accent, and its modes can be customized to match the desktop aesthetic.
Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, two 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, and multiple display outputs via HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4, both of which support 4K at 120Hz.
It includes built-in dual stereo speakers that provide adequate sound without external peripherals.
Starting at ¥2,699, approximately $399, the Ayaneo Mini PC AM03 is now available in limited stock of the first batch.
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