Minisforum

EM680

CPU r7 6800U

GPU RDNA2 680M

Max RAM 32GB

Drives 2

From $385

Seller Amazon

The Minisforum EM680 is a mini PC powered by the AMD r7 6800U (Zen 3+ gen). It features 8 performance cores and 16 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated AMD RDNA2 680M. Supports up to 32GB of RAM at 6400 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 2 drives including 1 NVMe. Connectivity includes USB4 40Gbps. Dimensions: 80 × 80 × 43mm (0.28L). Uses a GaN PSU (65W), 15W TDP.

CPU & Performance

CPUr7 6800U

GenerationZen 3+

P-Cores8

Threads16

Single-core63

Multi-core30

Socket0

GPU

GPURDNA2 680M

Discrete GPUNo

Integrated GPUYes

eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM32GB

Max speed6400 MT/s

ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives2

NVMe slots1

Gen4 x41

SD cardYes

Ports & Connectivity

USB4 40Gbps2

Max displays3

Network

vProN

Physical

Dimensions80 × 80 × 43 mm

Volume0.28L

Fan size55mm

Power

TDP15W

Idle7W

Load28W

Peak52W

PSU typeGaN

PSU65W

Additional

Recommended for productivity, software development, multitasking, media use, light gaming, and very small desk setups. Consider Minisforum EM680 if you want a ultra-compact mini PC built around its listed AMD r7 6800U processor and AMD RDNA2 680M 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.

Minisforum EM680 features AMD r7 6800U with AMD RDNA2 680M integrated GPU, offering USB4. CPU details include Zen 3+ CPU generation, 8 performance cores, and 16 threads. Memory support includes up to 32GB RAMat 6400 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 2 storage drives including 1 NVMe SSD slot, 1× PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe, and SD card reader. Display support includes support for up to 3 displays. Port connectivity includes 2× USB4 40Gbps and full-function USB-C with PD/video/data at 65W. Physical design includes a 80 × 80 × 43 mm chassis (0.28L). Cooling information lists 55 mm main fan. Power information lists GaN power supply rated at 65W and 15W TDP. Lifecycle information lists release date listed as 28-Jun-2023.

The overall score is not populated for Minisforum EM680, so this model should be evaluated by the listed hardware specifications rather than by a ranked dataset position.

Notes

Feb 29 2024: $222 to $240. Feb 19 2024: $290 to $222. Nov 8: HDMI 2.1 port is 4k 60hz not 8k 60hz. Sep 8: the latest bios might prevent the EM680 from turning on without a 100W charger https://reddit.com/r/MiniPCs/s/WDYY4mjyDL. Performance is power limited according to notebookcheck.com. https://www.notebookcheck.com/Minisforum-Mercury-Series-EM680-im-Test-Extrem-kleiner-Mini-PC-mit-Ryzen-7-6800U-und-USB4.727111.0.html