Ninkear Launches MBOX 8 Pro Mini PC with Modular Expansion Base
Ninkear has released the MBOX 8 Pro, a compact Mini PC powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor. Unlike traditional Mini PCs, this model features a two-part modular design, consisting of a main Mini PC unit and a stacked expansion base. The two components connect using a magnetic interface, allowing for easy attachment and detachment while providing additional functionality and expandability.
Compact Design and Build Quality
The MBOX 8 Pro has a square footprint, measuring 99mm in both length and width. The Mini PC itself is 37mm thick, while the expansion base adds another 25mm, resulting in a combined thickness of 65mm when stacked. The top of the Mini PC is equipped with a dual-layer dustproof mesh to help with airflow and cooling. Additionally, the device features an RGB breathing light located in one corner, which activates when the system is powered on.
Hardware Specifications and Performance
The system is equipped with onboard LPDDR5-6400 memory, ensuring fast data transfer speeds and low latency for multitasking and high-performance applications. Storage is handled by M.2 PCIe SSD slots, with one slot available in the main Mini PC unit and another in the expansion base, providing flexibility for additional storage upgrades.
For wireless connectivity, the MBOX 8 Pro integrates a network card that supports Wi-Fi 6 for high-speed internet access and Bluetooth 5.2 for connecting wireless peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and headphones. The combination of high-speed memory, fast storage, and strong connectivity options makes the Mini PC suitable for a wide range of tasks, including office work, media consumption, and light gaming.
Extensive Connectivity and I/O Options
The MBOX 8 Pro offers a variety of ports, distributed between the Mini PC unit and the expansion base, ensuring versatile connectivity options:
Mini PC:
l 1× USB-C (front, full function for data, power, and display output)
l 1× USB-C (back, for additional peripheral connectivity)
l Power Button
Expansion Base:
l 2× USB-A (5Gbps, suitable for external storage drives and accessories)
l 2× USB-A (480Mbps, ideal for peripherals like keyboards and mice)
l 3.5mm audio jack (for headphones or external speakers)
l 1× HDMI 2.0 (supports 4K resolution at 60Hz)
l 1× DisplayPort 1.2 (provides an additional display output option)
l 1× 2.5GbE RJ45 Ethernet (for high-speed wired internet connections)
l 1× 1GbE RJ45 Ethernet (for additional wired networking needs)
The combination of USB-A and USB-C ports, along with dual Ethernet and dual display output support, makes the MBOX 8 Pro a versatile choice for users who require multiple connectivity options.
Pricing and Market Availability
The Ninkear MBOX 8 Pro is available for purchase with a configuration featuring 32GB of onboard LPDDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe 3.0 solid-state drive. The system is currently listed at a third-party price of €588.69. Given its compact size, modular expandability, and well-balanced hardware specifications, it is positioned as a flexible computing solution for users looking for a space-saving yet capable device for everyday computing tasks and multimedia applications.
