Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, I review the MinisForum NAB9 Pro, the most expandable mini PC under $500. Powered by an Intel Core i9-12900HK and featuring both OCuLink and USB4, this compact desktop delivers impressive performance for productivity, content creation, and even gaming—especially when paired with a dedicated GPU like the RX 7700 XT. I compare it to the UN1290, Geekom A8, AceMagic W1, and even the Apple M4 Mac Mini, covering benchmarks like Cinebench, PugetBench, Blender, and 3DMark Night Raid. If you're looking for a budget-friendly, upgradeable mini PC, this one might be your perfect starting point.
More Info - store.minisforum.com/pages/5-year-milestone-sale
Products Highlighted (Affiliate Links):
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MinisForum DEG1 Oculink Dock - amzn.to/4ei074X
Timecodes:
00:00 - Opener
01:02 - Specs & Features
03:37 - Performance Testing
07:33 - Adding Dedicated Graphics
08:42 - Performance Improvements
11:29 - Gaming Performance
12:44 - Power and Thermal Efficiency
14:46 - Noise Profile
15:35 - Final Thoughts
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In this video, I review the MinisForum NAB9 Pro, the most expandable mini PC under $500. Powered by an Intel Core i9-12900HK and featuring both OCuLink and USB4, this compact desktop delivers impressive performance for productivity, content creation, and even gaming—especially when paired with a dedicated GPU like the RX 7700 XT. I compare it to the UN1290, Geekom A8, AceMagic W1, and even the Apple M4 Mac Mini, covering benchmarks like Cinebench, PugetBench, Blender, and 3DMark Night Raid. If you're looking for a budget-friendly, upgradeable mini PC, this one might be your perfect starting point.
More Info - store.minisforum.com/pages/5-year-milestone-sale
Products Highlighted (Affiliate Links):
MinisForum NAB9 Plus - amzn.to/3TD5IZQ
MinisForum DEG1 Oculink Dock - amzn.to/4ei074X
Timecodes:
00:00 - Opener
01:02 - Specs & Features
03:37 - Performance Testing
07:33 - Adding Dedicated Graphics
08:42 - Performance Improvements
11:29 - Gaming Performance
12:44 - Power and Thermal Efficiency
14:46 - Noise Profile
15:35 - Final Thoughts
Find me on Social Media
Patreon: patreon.com/elevatedsystems
X: https://x.com/elevatedsystem1
My Studio Equipment (Paid Links)
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K Pro - amzn.to/3tA6ScP
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 - amzn.to/2VjqKSR
Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ300 - amzn.to/2WJnxw6
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Art DC HSM Lens - amzn.to/3quDgM0
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens -amzn.to/3uv13Of
Panasonic LUMIX G Lens, 25mm, F1.7 - amzn.to/3A9f9Vi
Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Tripod - amzn.to/3GxsGJH
Neewer 72.4-Inch Camera Tripod - amzn.to/3fsRuqU
SMALLRIG Parabolic Softbox - amzn.to/3Hyvbxt
SmallRig RC 120D COB Light - amzn.to/3S9Grp4
Kshioe Softbox Lighting Kit - amzn.to/3A5vZEq
Neewer Camera Slider Motorized - amzn.to/3ltX54e
Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Mic - amzn.to/3fziRPv
SAMSON Q2U Dynamic Microphone - amzn.to/3ikExBe
Sennheiser XS Wireless Lavalier System - amzn.to/3ilSIpA
PreSonus Eris E3.5 Studio Monitor - amzn.to/3CcVx4d
Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB DAC - amzn.to/3ZmyOOO
Gator Frameworks Deluxe Boom Stand - amzn.to/3fs7Os3
Glide Gear TMP100 Teleprompter - amzn.to/3CdgIDy
GLEAM Microphone Stand - amzn.to/3A4dth5
Davinci Resolve 17 & Speed Editor - amzn.to/3fsECRG
AVerMedia Live Gamer ULTRA - amzn.to/3CCH5nV
Apple 2022 Mac Studio - amzn.to/3GXW6mS
LG 40WP95C-W 40” 5K2K Display - amzn.to/3ZtiiN6
INNOCN 15.6" OLED Portable Monitor. - amzn.to/3jEOqgu
BenQ ScreenBar Halo - amzn.to/3XpUZ52
Audio file(s) provided by Epidemic Sound
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