Sapphire unveiled the Edge AI series of mini-PCs based on Ryzen AI 300 processors
By ForGeeks
Sapphire has officially announced its entry into the mini-PC market with the introduction of its new Edge AI lineup. The devices are based on the latest AMD Ryzen AI 300 processors and are focused on AI-related tasks, content creation and performance in a compact form factor.
Sapphire’s Edge AI mini PCs are based on the latest AMD Ryzen AI 300 processors.
The series includes three models — Edge AI 370, Edge AI 350 and Edge AI 340, each with its own Ryzen AI chip and integrated Radeon graphics.
The flagship of the lineup is the Edge AI 370, which gets an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor with 12 cores and 24 threads, as well as Radeon 890M graphics. The Edge AI 350 features a Ryzen AI 7 350 chip with 8 cores and Radeon 860M graphics, while the younger Edge AI 340 version — a Ryzen AI 5 340 processor with 6 cores and Radeon 840M graphics. All three models feature neural processing units (NPUs) that provide up to 50 TOPS of processing power for AI tasks.
All three models are equipped with neural processing units (NPUs) that provide up to 50 TOPS of processing power for AI tasks.
Each system supports up to 96GB of DDR5 SO-DIMM RAM in dual-channel mode. For storage, there are multiple M.2 PCIe slots for SSD drives. The mini-PCs come in «barebone»-configuration, allowing users to install the memory and storage themselves.
The design features a magnetic top cover that allows quick access to internal components without tools. The 117 × 111 × 30 mm case is finished in a black and gold color, and vents on the sides and bottom of the case provide stable cooling.
The front panel includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, an audio jack, and an LED power button. The rear panel includes two HDMI 2.1, two USB 4.0 Type-C with Power Delivery 3.0 support, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, one USB 2.0 Type-A, an RJ45 (2.5G) network port and a power connector.
The mini-PCs feature an M.2 WLAN module with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, are compatible with Windows and Linux operating systems, and support a VESA mount for convenient placement.
Sapphire has not yet disclosed the price and launch date for the Edge AI series.
