Spanish hardware maker Slimbook has introduced the Slimbook One, a new compact desktop computer that ships with Linux preinstalled and is aimed at users seeking high performance in a small form factor. The mini PC is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen mobile processors and is positioned as a competitor to other high-end small desktops from brands such as Minisforum and Beelink.
According to the company, the Slimbook One can be configured with up to AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, a 12-core chip based on the Zen 5 architecture, paired with as much as 128 GB of DDR5-5600 memory. A lower-priced option using the eight-core Ryzen 7 H 255, based on the older Zen 4 design, is also available. As the original announcement notes, the system is “powered by up to a 12-core AMD Strix Point APU,” underscoring its focus on relatively demanding workloads despite its size.
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Graphics performance relies on integrated Radeon GPUs, with the Zen 5-based configuration using the Radeon 890M and the Zen 4 variant equipped with the Radeon 780M. Slimbook positions the device primarily for productivity and light gaming, while offering support for external graphics cards through an OCuLink port for users with heavier performance needs. The higher-end model also includes a neural processing unit rated at 50 TOPS, reflecting AMD’s push into AI-capable PCs.
The Slimbook One offers a wide range of connectivity options, including dual USB4 ports, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.0, dual 2.5-gigabit Ethernet and optional WiFi 7. Storage is handled by two M.2 slots supporting up to 16 TB of solid-state drives. The device measures 130 x 158 x 53 mm and weighs about 0.7 kg, placing it firmly in the ultra-compact desktop category.
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The mini PC is already on sale, with prices starting at $699 for the Ryzen 7 configuration and $999 for the Ryzen AI 9 model, both including 16 GB of memory and a 500 GB NVMe drive. Slimbook is currently offering a $50 introductory discount, though the company said broader assessments of the product’s value will depend on independent reviews once the device reaches testers.
Source: Liliputing