- AquaTouch combines high-end components with a translucent interactive touch screen
- 10.4-inch display overlays images directly onto visible internal hardware
- It integrates an 850-watt high-power supply, but dual 120mm ARGB fans keep the air flowing
AquaTouch is a mini PC that features a 9-liter aluminum case with AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and support for modern discrete graphics cards, including Nvidia’s RTX 50 series.
Its configuration includes PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion and NVMe Gen5 x4 storage support, specifications typically associated with larger desktop systems.
But the most distinctive feature is the 10.4-inch translucent touch screen integrated directly into the case.
Translucent touch screen
This translucent touchscreen supports ten-point touch input and overlays images over visible internal components.
White areas of displayed content appear transparent, allowing the hardware underneath to remain visible.
Users can use the display for system monitoring, custom images, or quick interaction without external input devices.
While visually stunning, the practical value of a permanently mounted translucent display depends largely on software support and long-term usability.
Despite its size, AquaTouch emphasizes modern connectivity and expandability.
The ITX motherboard includes Wi-Fi 7 with theoretical high performance, Bluetooth 5.4, and a mix of USB ports, including USB4 at 40Gbps, with multiple M.2 slots supporting storage expansion on Gen5 and Gen4 drives.
The case supports a variety of high-end Nvidia and AMD graphics cards rather than limiting compatibility to a single model.
A compact 1U 850W power supply provides power, an option that prioritizes headroom but also raises questions about sustained thermal performance.
To address potential thermal issues, the system uses a compact airflow design with two 120mm ARGB fans and additional active cooling on the processor.
The ITX design allows for component replacement instead of the sealed configurations typical of many mini PCs.
Users can upgrade memory, storage, and graphics cards, positioning the system as modular rather than disposable.
However, the internal design prioritizes density and visual presentation, which may restrict the range of compatible components.
AquaTouch is currently available through a Kickstarter campaign that has already attracted 218 backers and raised $177,832.
This total exceeds the initial funding goal of $5,006 by more than 3,400%, with six days left. Various reward tiers are available, including limited packs capped at 100 units.
The focus on supporting the project is now directly related to this funding window, as availability is dependent on the campaign successfully closing and moving into production.
Disclaimer: We do not recommend or endorse any crowdfunding projects. All crowdfunding campaigns carry inherent risks, including the possibility of delays, changes or non-delivery of products. Potential sponsors should carefully evaluate the details and proceed at their own discretion.
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