MinisForum has set a new benchmark with its BD770i. Simply put, it’s a mobile platform adapted to the mini-ITX format. Thanks to this platform, you’ll be able to enjoy the mobile world in desktop format!
BD770i: a mobile platform in desktop format!
The program features a motherboard in mini-ITX format, but equipped with a laptop processor. It’s equipped with a Ryzen 7 7745HX. This processor has a total of eight cores with hyperthreading. It can operate at up to 5.1 GHz, while offering a thermal envelope of 55W.
As you can see, the motherboard comes with a cooling system already in place. This appears to feature a total of four copper heat pipes. However, no fan is fitted as standard, so it’s up to you to choose your model. Part of the hot air will be extracted by the I/O shield plate, which has been perforated for the occasion. Otherwise, M.2 offers an active cooling system with a fan fitted as standard.
In terms of connectivity, the card promises to be rather complete, with a PCIe 5.0 x16 connector and two M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 connectors. For memory, there are two SO-DIMM slots in DDR5 5200 for a maximum capacity of 64 GB. Finally, the connection is ATX-standard, with a classic 24-pin ATX connector. CPU power supply is via the usual 8-pin EPS12V.
Last but not least, rear connectivity is based on HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C (DisplayPort alternative). On the USB side, we have two 3.2 Gen1 type A ports, complemented by two 2.0 ports. There’s also a 2.5 GbE Ethernet and Wi-Fi accessible via a dedicated module.
Now we learn that a similar model is in the works, but with a larger processor. Indeed, the card in question should be equipped with a Ryzen 9 7945HX.
As for price, you can expect to pay $399 on the brand’s website.
Here’s the MinisForum product sheet!
