- Zbox Magnus EN275060TC’s 2.65-liter chassis offers more power than many mid-tower desktops
- Users can add their own high-speed RAM and storage for added flexibility.
- The Intel Core Ultra 7 packs 20 cores into a palm-sized body
Zotac’s latest entry into the mini PC market is positioning itself as a useful competitor with ambitions that go far beyond its small size.
The company claims that the Zbox Magnus EN275060TC can rival the Apple Mac Studio in performance, although such comparisons may require closer examination.
The Magnus measures 210 x 203 x 62.2 mm, about the size of a small hardcover book, and weighs about 1.4 kilograms.
Customization and upgrade options
At just 2.65 liters of total volume, it is one of the smallest desktop systems currently equipped with a full desktop GPU.
Inside is an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics card.
The processor itself includes eight performance cores and twelve efficiency cores, with a 5.2 GHz turbo boost and a 30 MB cache.
Coupled with the GPU’s 16GB of VRAM, this setup promises capable 4K gaming, creative workloads, and AI-based tasks.
However, questions about thermal control and sustained performance remain open, especially considering the extremely small internal space.
Unlike some pre-built compact systems, Magnus comes as a starter kit, allowing users to install their own memory and storage.
Supports up to 96 GB of DDR5 memory, either at 6400 MT/s with CSODIMM or 5600 MT/s with regular SODIMM modules.
Dual M.2 slots (one PCIe 5.0 and one PCIe 4.0) offer flexibility for SSD installation.
While this design gives users the freedom to tailor the machine to specific needs, it also increases the overall cost once premium components are added.
Zotac includes the necessary Wi-Fi antennas and wall-mount hardware, which could make it attractive to those looking for a compact business PC setup or a capable but portable mobile workstation.
For connectivity, this device includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports, five USB Type-A ports, dual Ethernet connections, and four display outputs.
Display outputs include HDMI and DisplayPort options, allowing the system to drive multiple monitors and peripherals.
It also supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless connectivity.
However, the system relies on a large 330W external power supply, which somewhat diminishes the appeal of its compact design.
The Zbox Magnus has been listed in some European markets for around 1,600 euros, which translates to approximately $1,555 before taxes.
That price puts it in direct competition with larger desktop computers that offer better cooling and potentially greater sustained performance.
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