MINIX has listed the N304-AI, a compact mini PC based on Intel’s Core 3 304 processor with integrated Intel Graphics and an Intel AI Boost NPU. The system provides 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, dual M.2 NVMe storage, dual Gigabit Ethernet and triple 4K display support.

The Intel Core 3 304 integrates five cores with 6MB of cache and a maximum frequency of 4.3GHz. According to MINIX, the processor provides up to 24 TOPS of aggregate AI performance, including 15 TOPS from the Intel AI Boost NPU and 9 TOPS from the integrated Intel Graphics.

• Intel Core 3 304 — 5-core/5-thread architecture (1P + 4 LP-E), up to 4.3GHz, 6MB cache, 15W base power, Intel Graphics, 15-TOPS Intel AI Boost NPU

MINIX N304-AI PCIe 4.0 slots

The system is equipped with 16GB of onboard LPDDR5X-6400 memory, with no SO-DIMM slot available for memory expansion. Storage includes a 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD.

Additional storage can be installed through two M.2 2280 slots. MINIX specifies one slot with a PCIe 4.0 x2 interface and a second with a PCIe 4.0 x1 interface. The company states that the system supports up to 4TB of storage expansion.

MINIX N304-AI front view

Display connectivity consists of one HDMI 2.1 TMDS port, one DisplayPort 1.4 connector and a USB-C 3.2 Gen2 port with display output. MINIX rates all three interfaces for resolutions up to 4K at 60Hz and advertises support for simultaneous triple-display configurations.

Networking includes two RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports along with an M.2 2230 wireless module supporting dual-band 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3.

MINIX N304-AI with included accessories

The front panel provides two USB-A 3.2 Gen2 ports, one USB-C 3.2 Gen2 port, a 3.5mm audio combo jack, power button and reset button. Two additional USB-A 2.0 ports are located at the rear alongside the HDMI, DisplayPort, dual Ethernet and DC power connectors.

According to MINIX, the USB-C interface can also be used for USB Power Delivery input, with the company’s promotional material indicating support for up to 100W. The standard specifications list a maximum power input of 65W through a 19V/3.42A DC adapter, which is included with the system.

MINIX N304-AI rear view

Active cooling is provided by an internal fan. The enclosure measures 127 x 126.8 x 46mm and weighs 357.6g. MINIX lists FCC, CE, UKCA, RoHS, WEEE and PSE certifications. Windows 11 Pro 64-bit is preinstalled. The package also includes an HDMI cable, a 19V/3.42A power adapter, a VESA mounting bracket and a user guide.

Specifications listed for the MINIX N304-AI include:

• Memory:
  • 16GB LPDDR5X-6400
  • Onboard memory
  • No DDR expansion slot
• Storage:
  • 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x2 NVMe slot
  • 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x1 NVMe slot
• Display:
  • 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, up to 4K60
  • 1x DisplayPort 1.4, up to 4K60
  • 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2 with display output, up to 4K60
• Networking:
  • 2x RJ45 GbE ports
  • Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax dual-band 2.4/5GHz
  • Bluetooth 5.3
• USB:
  • 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen2
  • 2x USB-A 2.0
  • 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2
• Audio:
  • 1x 3.5mm audio combo jack
• Power:
  • 19V / 3.42A
  • 65W maximum
  • 2.5/5.5mm DC input
• Mechanical:
  • 127 × 126.8 × 46mm
  • 357.6g
  • Active cooling

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