Minisforum

UM890 Pro

CPU r9 8945HS/7940HS

GPU RDNA3 780M

Max RAM 96GB

Drives 2

From $480

Seller Amazon

The Minisforum UM890 Pro is a mini PC powered by the AMD r9 8945HS/7940HS (Zen 4 gen). It features 8 performance cores and 16 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated AMD RDNA3 780M. Supports up to 96GB of RAM across 2 slots at 5600 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 2 drives including 2 NVMe. Connectivity includes USB4 40Gbps, OCuLink, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4. Networking features 2 Ethernet ports (up to 2.5G). Dimensions: 130 × 127 × 67mm (1.11L). Uses a Brick PSU, 65W TDP.

CPU & Performance

CPUr9 8945HS/7940HS

GenerationZen 4

P-Cores8

Threads16

Single-core77

Multi-core46

Socket0

GPU

GPURDNA3 780M

Discrete GPUNo

Integrated GPUYes

eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM96GB

RAM slots2

Max speed5600 MT/s

ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives2

NVMe slots2

Gen4 x42

SD cardNo

Ports & Connectivity

HDMI 2.11

DP 1.41

USB4 40Gbps2

OCuLinkYes

Max displays4

Network

Max Ethernet2G

2.5G ports2

vProN

Physical

Dimensions130 × 127 × 67 mm

Volume1.11L

Fan size90mm

Warranty2 yr

Power

TDP65W

PSU typeBrick

Pricing

Minimum$760

Barebone est.$480

32GB / 1TB$810

64GB / 1TB$950

Additional

Recommended for productivity, software development, multitasking, media use, light gaming, memory-heavy workloads, and network-focused setups. Consider Minisforum UM890 Pro if you want a compact mini PC built around its listed AMD r9 8945HS/7940HS processor and AMD RDNA3 780M 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 UM890 Pro features AMD r9 8945HS/7940HS with AMD RDNA3 780M integrated GPU, offering 2× 2.5G Ethernet and USB4, OCuLink, HDMI 2.1, and DisplayPort. CPU details include Zen 4 CPU generation, 8 performance cores, and 16 threads. Memory support includes up to 96GB RAM across 2 slots at 5600 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 2 storage drives including 2 NVMe SSD slots and 2× PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe. Display support includes support for up to 4 displays. Port connectivity includes 2× USB4 40Gbps, 1× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4, OCuLink, and full-function USB-C with PD/video/data at 100W. Networking includes 2× 2.5G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 130 × 127 × 67 mm chassis (1.11L). Cooling information lists 90 mm main fan and 40 mm secondary fan. Power information lists Brick power supply and 65W TDP. Lifecycle information lists 2-year warranty and release date listed as 1-Aug-2024.

Based on its overall score of 353.6, Minisforum UM890 Pro is positioned as a strong upper-range mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

Verdict

Best for

productivity, light gaming, media editing, multitasking, developer workloads.

Avoid if

you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering.

Alternatives

AceMagic AM08 Pro 6900HX — better value at comparable performance
GMKtec/Morefine Nucbox K11 4090M — higher performance ceiling
Minisforum UM880 Pro — closest spec alternative

Review

The Minisforum UM890 Pro is a compact mini PC built around AMD r9 8945HS/7940HS and AMD RDNA3 780M integrated graphics. With a listed price around $480, it is aimed at buyers looking for productivity, light gaming, media editing, multitasking, developer workloads. The core spec sheet is solid for its class: up to 96GB RAM across 2 slots at 5600 MT/s, up to 2 drives, including 2 NVMe slots (2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe), 2×2.5GbE, and 2 USB4 40Gbps, 1 OCuLink, 1 HDMI 2.1, 1 DisplayPort, USB-C PD up to 100W. Its 353.6 overall score puts it in the upper-middle part of this mini PC database, making it a credible shortlist candidate rather than just a budget filler. The listed release date is 1-Aug-2024. The main reason to pause is fit: avoid it if you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering. Overall, the Minisforum UM890 Pro makes the most sense when its CPU/GPU balance, port selection, and expansion profile match your workload; otherwise, compare it against similarly priced mini PCs with better networking, quieter cooling, or stronger upgrade paths.

Review Summary

Reviews describe the Minisforum UM890 Pro as a versatile Ryzen 9-class mini PC with strong CPU performance, quiet cooling, and OCuLink expansion for external GPU use. Review takeaway: a good compact productivity and light-gaming system, especially for users who value eGPU flexibility.