Asrock Mars-i5-1235U
Asrock

Mars-i5-1235U

CPU i5 1235U
GPU Iris Xe 80EU
Max RAM 64GB
Drives 2

The Asrock Mars-i5-1235U is a mini PC powered by the Intel i5 1235U (12th gen). It features 10 performance cores and 12 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated Intel Iris Xe 80EU. Supports up to 64GB of RAM across 2 slots at 3200 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 2 drives including 2 NVMe. Connectivity includes USB4 40Gbps. Networking features 1 Ethernet port (up to 1G). Dimensions: 194 × 150 × 26mm (0.76L). Uses a Brick PSU, 15W TDP.

CPU & Performance

CPUi5 1235U
Generation12th
P-Cores10
Threads12
Single-core63
Multi-core20
Socket0

GPU

GPUIris Xe 80EU
Discrete GPUNo
Integrated GPUYes
eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM64GB
RAM slots2
Max speed3200 MT/s
ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives2
NVMe slots2
Gen4 x41
Gen3 x41
SD cardNo

Ports & Connectivity

USB4 40Gbps1
Max displays3

Network

Max Ethernet1G
vProN

Physical

Dimensions194 × 150 × 26 mm
Volume0.76L
Fan size70mm
Warranty1 yr

Power

TDP15W
PSU typeBrick

Additional

Recommended for productivity, software development, multitasking, media use, light gaming, larger multitasking workloads, and very small desk setups. Consider Asrock Mars-i5-1235U if you want a ultra-compact mini PC built around its listed Intel i5 1235U processor and Intel Iris Xe 80EU integrated GPU. It is less suitable for heavy gaming than models with a discrete GPU, but the listed expansion and integrated graphics options make it flexible for everyday workloads.

Asrock Mars-i5-1235U features Intel i5 1235U with Intel Iris Xe 80EU integrated GPU, offering USB4. CPU details include 12th CPU generation, 10 performance cores, and 12 threads. Memory support includes up to 64GB RAM across 2 slots at 3200 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 2 storage drives including 2 NVMe SSD slots and 1× PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe and 1× PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe. Display support includes support for up to 3 displays. Port connectivity includes 1× USB4 40Gbps. Physical design includes a 194 × 150 × 26 mm chassis (0.76L). Cooling information lists 70 mm main fan. Power information lists Brick power supply and 15W TDP. Lifecycle information lists 1-year warranty.

The overall score is not populated for Asrock Mars-i5-1235U, so this model should be evaluated by the listed hardware specifications rather than by a ranked dataset position.

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