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MSI

Cubi 5

Name: Cubi 5
Brand: MSI

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244 Pros

80%
20 reviews (3h 8m)

61 Cons

Discover the MSI Cubi 5, a compact powerhouse that fits in the palm of your hand without compromising on performance. Perfect for creating a minimalist desk setup, a discreet 4K home theater PC, or an efficient home server, its versatility is its greatest strength. The Cubi 5 comes with a VESA mount, allowing you to neatly tuck it away behind a mon...

Summary of pros and cons from human reviewers, put together by AI

76%

52 vs 16

Design & Build Quality

76%

63 vs 20

General System Performance

84%

46 vs 9

Connectivity & Ports

79%

33 vs 9

Storage & Memory

87%

20 vs 3

Value for Money

Reviewer verdict

Across 20 YouTube reviews, the MSI Cubi 5 earns a Summa score of 4.2/5, ranking #4 among AI Assistant Ready PCs. Reviewers most often praise its general system performance, design & build quality, connectivity & ports, while the most common criticisms concern general system performance, design & build quality.

The Cubi 5 is repeatedly praised for offering strong general system performance across its configurations, with many reviewers (63 mentions) noting it handles multitasking, media, light gaming and productivity well and is available with a range of Intel CPUs. Reviewers also frequently highlight its compact, well-built design and quiet cooling (52 mentions), emphasizing VESA-mountability and small footprint for tidy, space-saving setups. Connectivity and I/O are another common positive (46 mentions), with multiple USB ports, modern wireless options and versatile display outputs called out. Reviewers additionally appreciate upgradeable storage and memory options (33 mentions) and generally find it a good value with business-friendly warranties and competitive pricing choices (20 mentions).

Criticisms center on limited high-end graphics and gaming performance (20 mentions), since most units use integrated GPUs and struggle with AAA titles, ray tracing and heavy 3D workloads. Several reviewers noted design and thermal tradeoffs (16 mentions) such as occasional fan noise, tighter cooling that can lead to higher temperatures or throttling, and some fiddly internal access or flimsy connectors. A smaller set of reviewers pointed to connectivity caveats (9 mentions) like delicate riser cables, missing or limited ports and inconsistent marketing of port capabilities. Storage and memory limitations were also raised (9 mentions) in some units, including uncommon SSD sizes, single SSD bays, and non-upgradeable soldered RAM in certain configurations.

Analysis based on 20 YouTube reviews (3h 8m of video) with 244 pros and 61 cons extracted.

Pros (244)

General System Performance (63)

Excellent CPU performance in a compact design. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:49
Es ideal para multitarea, navegación rápida, edición de vídeo ligera y juegos no muy exigentes. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 4:58
Puede usarse como media center o servidor para almacenamiento en red o VPN doméstico. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 7:10
Es una buena alternativa para quienes no quieren un portátil ni un sobremesa grande. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 8:52
Available in i3 and i5 versions for more power options ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 1:52
Can run 4K video and is suitable as an HTPC or media center ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 3:33
Good performance for its size and intended uses ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 4:20
Versatile for office work, media streaming, and game streaming via Steam In-Home Streaming ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 4:34
Offers multiple configurations including Intel Core i7 150 Raptor Lake CPU with 12 cores and hyperthreading. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 6:33
Intel Core i7-7500U Prozessor mit 10 Kernen und bis zu 5,4 GHz Taktfrequenz, ausreichend für Office, Web und einfache Multimedia-Arbeiten ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 3:08
Intel'in onuncu nesil işlemcisine sahip, Türkiye piyasasında ender bulunan bir cihaz. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 0:43
Daha fazla performans ve daha az güç tüketimi sağlıyor. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 0:57
Orta seviye oyunları düşük ayarlarda oynatabiliyor (örneğin League of Legends, Diablo 3, Zula). ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 8:41
Testgerät mit Intel Core i5-10210U (4 Kerne, 8 Threads, bis zu 4,2 GHz) bietet genug Leistung für Office, Multimedia und sogar leichte Bildbearbeitung und Videoschnitt. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 2:29
Integrierte UHD 620 Grafikeinheit ist ausreichend für alle Office- und Multimedia-Anwendungen, Gaming wird nicht unterstützt. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 2:40
Leistung reicht für alle Office-Anwendungen, Internet, Streaming und Multimedia problemlos aus. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 3:23
Performs well in Photoshop, slightly outperforming Framework desktop. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 14:04
Competitive gaming performance at 1080p with high settings, achieving around 50-60 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 10:44
Comfortable for lightweight games like Minecraft or Counterstrike 2 on integrated graphics. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 2:26
CPU (i9 13900HK) is powerful enough to handle modern GPUs without bottlenecking. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 11:14
Comes with Intel Core i7 1150U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and WiFi 6E ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 2:30
Can run light indie games like Tunic and Cult of the Lamb at 60 FPS ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 3:36
Excellent multitasking and productivity performance for web-based tasks and multiple tabs ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 4:30
Great for productivity, web browsing, multi-screen setups, and light gaming or streaming ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 6:23
Also suitable as a small server PC ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 6:47
Much faster and better than HP Stream Mini, especially due to better processor and Intel HD graphics ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 0:19
Intel HD graphics about 30-40% better than older generation ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 0:45
Fast startup time, around 10-15 seconds ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 1:12
Octane benchmark score of 18,075 points, significantly higher than HP Stream Mini ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 1:33
Snappy and fast computer overall ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 3:24
Significantly better GPU specs than HP Stream Mini (24 shaders vs 10, better ROPS and TMUs) ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 4:30
Great for light gaming, media streaming, Kodi, and in-home game streaming ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 5:43
The MSI QB510M mini PC with Intel Core i5U, 8GB RAM, and integrated Intel UHD graphics is suitable for office tasks, web applications, light gaming, and media consumption. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 9:18
Compact powerhouse designed for business and productivity. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 0:28
Powered by the 13th gen Intel Core i9 13900HK processor with 14 cores and 20 threads, reaching speeds up to 5.4 GHz. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 0:34
Built on a 7 nanometer process with a 24 MB smart cache. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 0:44
Exceptional speed and responsiveness with 32 GB DDR5 dual channel RAM and 1 TB SSD. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:02
Suitable for professionals seeking a powerful and space-saving desktop solution. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 2:05
Uses new Broadwell chipset with incremental performance increase ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 0:14
Fast and snappy web browsing experience ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 3:42
Better GPU performance compared to prior generation, especially in Minecraft and Counter-Strike GO ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 6:29
Can run Dolphin GameCube emulator at full speed ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 7:39
Good multimedia playback including live TV streaming and Blu-ray playback over network ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 8:44
Powered by Intel Core i5 1240U with 10 cores and 12 threads, max 5 GHz ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 2:10
Great for office, kiosk, and light design work with Intel integrated graphics ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 2:50
Good for video editing with smooth 4K footage scrubbing and fast rendering ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 4:30
Equipped with the 12th gen Intel Alder Lake n97 processor delivering significant performance enhancement with clock speeds up to 3.6 GHz. ▶ The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Kno @ 4:07
Graphics capabilities see a 12% increase ensuring smoother visual transitions and improved handling of graphic intensive tasks. ▶ The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Kno @ 4:22
Supports up to 10th gen Intel Core i7 processors, offering a range of performance options. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 1:35
The mini PC is designed to run continuously, suitable for business/productivity use. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 0:23
The new CPU options include the Intel Core Ultra 7258V with 8 cores and 16 threads and Intel ARC 140VI GPU. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 0:29
High specs with up to Intel Core Ultra 9288V, 32GB RAM at 8533 MHz, Intel ARC 140VIG GPU with 8 XE2 cores. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 3:09
Decent gaming performance with Intel ARC GPU, e.g., Cyberpunk 2077 at medium settings over 60 FPS, Forza Horizon 5 at 1080p medium over 100 FPS. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 9:46
Dynamic TDP scaling with MSI AI assistant boosts performance when needed. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 11:05
Enough power to drive your basic computing needs ▶ ✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of @ 3:51
Excellent alternative to the more powerful MSI Pro dp21 for those who find laptop grade processing enough ▶ ✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of @ 3:54
Enough power for most everyday needs like live streaming, remote learning, document editing, and conference calls ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 0:22
Fast boot up with just a click of a button ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 0:42
Can be used as a media server or Minecraft server for shared gaming world ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 2:03
Mini PCs like the MSI Cubi 5 are great for multi-purpose use such as watching movies, browsing, and multitasking. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 1:05
Mini PCs like the MSI Cubi 5 can handle light gaming and video editing, though not the best for heavy tasks. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 3:05
Mini PCs are great for various dedicated uses like laser engraving, servers, and firewalls. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 4:51
Se puede elegir entre tres potencias diferentes: procesador i3, i5 o i7 de 12ª generación, siendo muy potente especialmente la versión i7. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 1:24

Design & Build Quality (52)

Tiene un botón de encendido adicional con cable alargado para colocarlo detrás de un monitor, facilitando el acceso. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 4:15
Se puede montar detrás de un monitor con adaptador VESA, lo que permite ahorrar espacio y mantener un setup limpio. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 4:28
Very small form factor, fits in the palm of your hand ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 0:36
Comes with a VESA mount, extra hard drive bracket, and usual materials in the box ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 0:25
Stylish matte plastic finish available in white or black ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 3:54
Power button lights up and device is very silent. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 1:46
Includes a large heatsink with thermal pad for cooling the NVMe Gen 4 SSD. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 4:26
Lightweight at 2 pounds 10 ounces including power supply. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 7:08
Kompakte Abmessungen passen perfekt auf jeden Schreibtisch ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 0:31
Einfache Aufrüstbarkeit durch Lösen von vier Schrauben an der Gehäuseunterseite ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 2:02
VESA-Halterung inklusive zur Montage an der Rückseite von Monitoren ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 6:26
Leiser Betrieb mit maximal 0,8 Sone unter Vollast, bleibt lauwarm und überhitzt nicht ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 6:54
Cihaz oldukça küçük boyutlara sahip, iPhone 11 Pro'dan bile küçük. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 0:10
Fan sesi çok düşük, sessiz çalışma sağlıyor. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 5:26
Kompakt tasarımı sayesinde monitörün arkasına monte edilebiliyor, masaüstünde yer kaplamıyor. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 6:56
Der MSI Cubi 5 ist unglaublich klein und kompakt mit einem Volumen von nur 0,6 Litern und Abmessungen von 12,4 x 12,4 x 5,4 cm. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 0:28
Lieferumfang beinhaltet ein zweiteiliges Netzteil, VESA-Halterung zur unsichtbaren Montage hinter einem Monitor, externen Power Button für einfache Bedienung und Kabel zur Installation von Speichermedien. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 1:25
VESA-Halterung ermöglicht eine platzsparende und aufgeräumte Installation, wodurch der PC hinter dem Monitor unsichtbar wird. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 1:36
Externer Power Button kann an einer gut erreichbaren Stelle angebracht werden, was die Bedienung erleichtert. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 2:00
Verwendet aktuelle Intel Comet Lake Generation CPUs (i3, i5, i7) mit Notebook-Chips und verringerter TDP für leisen Betrieb und ausreichende Kühlung. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 2:14
Das Gerät arbeitet sehr leise, im normalen Betrieb ist kaum Lüftergeräusch hörbar, auch bei Belastung bleibt die Lautstärke angenehm niedrig. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 3:47
Maximale CPU-Temperatur liegt bei 68 Grad, im Durchschnitt bei 50-52 Grad, was im grünen Bereich ist. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 4:15
Das Gerät sieht cool aus, kann aber auch komplett unsichtbar verbaut werden, was für viele Nutzer praktisch ist. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 5:45
Mini PC has a compact 1.3 L volume and fully metal body. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 1:01
Can be disassembled without a screwdriver, easy tool-free access. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 1:08
Cooling system is basic but sufficient for around 55 watts with one fan and two copper heat pipes. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 3:00
Phase change material used for cooling initially, but switching to regular thermal paste improved temperatures and reduced throttling significantly. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 3:07
Custom cooling upgrades with additional copper heat sinks and heat spreader lids improved thermal performance and reduced throttling to almost non-existent levels. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 3:57
Compact size similar to a laptop power adapter ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 1:42
Temperatures barely went over 70-71 degrees during heavy benchmarks, good thermal management ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 2:00
Fan noise very low, barely audible at 230-300 RPMs ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 2:18
The MSI QB510M mini PC features a very small and compact form factor, making it lightweight and portable. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 3:16
The MSI QB510M has a decent build quality with no flex, made of plastic materials and a metal backplate. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 4:06
The MSI QB510M supports easy attachment and detachment to the back of the MSI MP271 monitor via a 100x100 mm VESA mounting bracket, allowing for a clean and minimalist desk setup. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 5:40
The MSI MP271 monitor has a minimal design with thin bezels and a small logo, contributing to a clean aesthetic. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 1:39
The MSI MP271 monitor supports 100x100 mm VESA mounting, which is important for mounting the mini PC. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 1:57
The overall setup is ideal for minimalist work-from-home environments, especially for tight spaces during the pandemic. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 10:20
Tiny and compact design ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 0:07
Compact and super sleek design with only 0.8L volume ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 0:37
Portable gaming device option for travel with a portable display ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 3:45
Good option for portable gaming, editing, or hooking up to a living room or bedroom TV ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 5:26
Compact size (5x5x2 inches) making it easy to transport for flexible working environments without compromising functionality. ▶ The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Kno @ 4:38
It's tiny and lightweight, making it very portable. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 0:01
Compact size with multiple mounting options including VESA mount for monitors. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 0:42
Small form factor unlocks many use cases like home theater PC, front of house display, or secondary PC. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 4:27
Efficient thermal design with a low noise fan, resulting in very quiet operation (23.6 dB). ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 5:45
Includes a 120W power supply, VESA mounting bracket, and external power button for easy mounting and access. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 1:32
Very small and compact size, saving desk space ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 2:25
Comes with a VESA mount to attach to back of compatible monitors or TVs ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 2:51
Mini PCs are less bulky and easier to set up on a desk. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 0:14
El MSI Cubi 5 es un mini PC muy pequeño y compacto, ideal para llevar en una mochila o poner en cualquier sitio. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 0:34
Está disponible en dos colores: negro y blanco. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 0:40

Connectivity & Ports (46)

Tiene muchas conexiones para su tamaño, incluyendo puertos USB 3.2, Thunderbolt 4, jack 3.5mm, Bluetooth y WiFi 6E. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 2:34
Incluye dos puertos Ethernet con funciones de seguridad para almacenamiento en red. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 3:36
Good I/O including HDMI, DisplayPort, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3 ports, combo headphone/mic jack, and a slanted power button ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 0:54
Multiple USB ports including USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) and Thunderbolt ports for connectivity. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 1:29
Has a micro SD card reader and indicator lights for IO and power status. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 1:37
Kensington lock port for security to prevent theft. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 1:49
External power button port allows powering on device externally. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 2:02
Replaceable Wi-Fi card accessible inside the device. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 4:58
Gute Anschlussausstattung mit zwei HDMI 2.1 Anschlüssen, zwei USB-C Anschlüssen mit DisplayPort und Thunderbolt 4 ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 3:44
Unterstützung von zwei 4K Monitoren mit bis zu 240 Hz über USB-C ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 4:09
Doppelte LAN-Anschlüsse für Router und NAS-Verbindung ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 4:27
Eingebautes WLAN-Modul und Bluetooth für kabellose Verbindungen ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 4:47
Vier USB-A 3.1 Ports mit Datenraten bis zu 10 Gbit/s ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 5:01
Powerlink-Funktion ermöglicht automatischen Start des PCs über kompatible Monitore oder mit mitgeliefertem Power-Startknopf ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 5:21
Giriş çıkışlar oldukça zengin; HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, USB 3.2 ve Type-C gibi bağlantılar mevcut. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 3:09
Bluetooth 5.0 ve Wi-Fi 802.11ac desteği var, kablosuz bağlantılar hızlı ve stabil. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 4:39
Das Gerät bietet viele Anschlussmöglichkeiten, darunter USB 3.0 Typ A und Typ C, 3,5 mm Mikrofon- und Kopfhöreranschluss, vier USB-Ports auf der Rückseite, Gigabit LAN, DisplayPort und HDMI für Dual-Monitor-Betrieb sowie WLAN und Bluetooth 5. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 0:41
Has more front IO options including a full-size SD card reader, USB-C, two USB-A ports, headphone jack, and power button. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 2:20
Wi-Fi 7 support included. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 3:22
Has a 120 W power supply and multiple ports including USB 3.2, USB 2.0, USB-C at 10 Gbps, and a functional headphone jack. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 1:31
Plenty of ports for such a small device including multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, HDMI 2.1, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 0:36
Supports dual 2K 60Hz monitors ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 2:18
Decent Wi-Fi performance with speeds up to 500 Mbps ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 3:05
Two Thunderbolt 4 ports allow for external GPU support ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 5:55
Versatile display options with two HDMI ports, one display port, and a type-C port supporting up to 8K at 60 Hz across four screens. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:25
Robust connectivity with 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:35
Includes eight USB ports and additional IO for ultimate flexibility. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:44
Good port selection including USB 3.0, headphone jack, Gigabit Ethernet, DisplayPort, HDMI with 4K support ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 3:02
Supports up to four displays (two HDMI and two DisplayPort) ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 1:46
Two 2.5 Gb LAN ports for stable 24/7 connectivity and potential bonding up to 5 Gb ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 1:35
Excellent client for cloud gaming and remote streaming (Steam Remote, Xbox Cloud, Parsec) ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 3:24
Can handle multi-monitor setups up to four monitors ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 5:08
Supports triple 4K display outputs at 60 Hz through dual HDMI and one VGA connection, enhancing productivity and entertainment setups. ▶ The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Kno @ 5:27
Equipped with Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 providing reliable and fast connections for streaming high-def content and transferring large data files. ▶ The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Kno @ 5:48
Supports dual displays via HDMI and DisplayPort, enhancing productivity. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 2:15
Includes Wi-Fi 6 for improved wireless performance. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 3:15
Has six USB ports including USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, offering good connectivity options. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 3:35
Good I/O options including USB 3.2, USB 4 ports, dual 2.5 GB Ethernet, HDMI, audio jack, micro SD slot, and a dedicated co-pilot button. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 2:23
Loads up on the latest supporting hardware such as Wi-Fi 6C, Bluetooth 5.2, and Thunderbolt 4 ▶ ✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of @ 3:17
Supporting features are more important for basic computing tasks ▶ ✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of @ 4:04
Six USB ports including one USB Type-C for connecting multiple peripherals ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 1:00
Separate audio in and audio out mini stereo ports for crisp audio recording ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 1:16
Supports 5 GHz Wi-Fi for fast internet connectivity ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 1:32
Can connect to TV as a monitor for watching shows ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 1:40
Supports wireless keyboard and mouse for easy work from sofa ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 1:50
Mini PCs like the MSI Cubi 5 have HDMI and DisplayPort outputs and plenty of USB ports including USB-C. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 2:51

Storage & Memory (33)

La versión analizada tiene 16 GB de RAM y 512 GB en disco M.2, lo que permite un buen desempeño en multitarea y diversas aplicaciones. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 1:57
Customizable with two SODIMM RAM slots and replaceable SSD ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 1:42
User-upgradable memory with two DDR5 DIMM slots supporting 16GB at 5600 MT/s. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 3:39
Supports additional storage with M.2 2242 SSD slot and external 2.5in SSD via included extension cable. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 4:01
Comes with a 1TB SN 560 NVMe Gen 4 SSD, one-sided for easier cooling. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 4:45
Platz für eine 2,5 Zoll Festplatte und interne M.2 SSD mit 477 GB ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 0:43
Möglichkeit, zwei weitere Festplatten nachzurüsten (2,5 Zoll SATA SSD und zweite M.2 SSD) ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 1:02
16 GB RAM (2x8 GB) verbaut, aufrüstbar bis zu 64 GB ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 2:40
8GB DDR4 RAM ile günlük işler için yeterli performans sunuyor. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 1:31
RAM takviyesi yapılabiliyor, kullanıcı dostu ve garanti dışı kalmıyor. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 1:53
256GB NVMe SSD depolama birimi mevcut ve yanında 2.5 inçlik ek depolama slotu var. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 2:27
8 GB RAM mit 2666 MHz und 256 GB PCIe SSD sind verbaut, RAM und Speicher können problemlos selbst ausgetauscht oder erweitert werden. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 2:44
Der Cubi 5 wird auch als nacktes Mainboard-Gehäuse-Set verkauft, was maximale Flexibilität bei der Konfiguration ermöglicht. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 3:05
Includes a 2 TB SSD pre-installed, unlike Framework which requires you to bring your own. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 3:31
Starts with 96 GB RAM, configurable up to 128 GB, more than Framework's 64 GB start. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 6:09
Can allocate up to 48 GB RAM to GPU, providing more VRAM than a 5090 for large language models. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 8:37
Supports modern DDR5 RAM and has three M.2 PCIe Gen 4 slots, ideal for experiments and expansions. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 1:17
Mini PC supports discrete GPUs via the SSD slot riser, unlocking full potential of modern graphics cards. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 11:08
Removable parts inside allowing you to swap out RAM, SSD, and Wi-Fi chip for upgrades ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 1:20
Easy to open and upgrade RAM, SSD, and Wi-Fi chip yourself ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 5:34
Supports up to 12 TB of expandable storage via three M2 slots. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:11
Barebones kit allows customization of RAM, storage, and OS ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 0:44
Supports up to 8GB RAM and MSA SSD storage ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 1:07
Supports up to 64 GB DDR5 5200 MHz RAM ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 2:19
Supports two M.2 SSDs including a rare 2240 size slot ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 2:35
Includes 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB SSD with option to expand storage up to an additional 2 TB via 2.5 inch SATA SSD. ▶ The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Kno @ 4:59
Easy to upgrade with access to M.2 SSD and 2.5 inch SSD or HDD slots. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 1:55
Supports up to 64GB DDR4 RAM, allowing for powerful and future-ready configurations. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 2:54
Easy to upgrade SSD with just four screws; RAM is integrated into the CPU chip. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 2:48
Built-in 8GB RAM, 500GB SSD, and i5 processor for smooth performance ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 0:34
Upgradeable RAM up to 64GB and processor up to i7 ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 0:49
Many mini PCs allow easy upgrades by popping the top off. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 0:20
Mini PCs are easy to upgrade with RAM and NVMe drives. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 4:09

Value for Money (20)

El precio sin sistema operativo ronda los $500, siendo una opción económica para la potencia que ofrece. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 8:05
Good value for money, cheaper than comparable products like Gigabyte Bricks ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 4:16
Gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis trotz rund 950 € Preis ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 8:04
Preis der Testkonfiguration mit 8 GB RAM und 256 GB SSD liegt bei ca. 630 Euro, was etwas hoch ist, aber durch eigene Konfiguration deutlich günstiger wird. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 4:26
Eigene Konfiguration mit mehr RAM und größerer SSD ist möglich und spart Geld, der nackte Cube kostet ca. 340 Euro. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 4:44
Cheaper than Framework desktop, with potential to be even more affordable via Alibaba listings. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 14:58
Mini PC is reasonably priced at around $420 for the performance level offered. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 11:21
64 GB RAM version is cost-effective as modules cost about the same separately. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 11:47
Impressed with the MSI Cubi 5 for its performance relative to its size and price ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 0:14
Good price point: $115 after rebate plus $70 for SSD and memory, total $185 ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 0:53
Available at good prices around $130-$150 configured, under $200 total ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 5:57
Good value for money with flexibility to build under $300 ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 11:40
Mid-range price around $920, compact and energy efficient ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 4:48
MSI offers a three-year advanced replacement warranty through commercial channels, minimizing downtime for businesses. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 0:16
Overall great for small and large businesses with warranty and performance features. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 11:21
Costs just 100 more than the previous holder of this position ▶ ✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of @ 3:28
Smart place to start your search if you need more current supporting features ▶ ✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of @ 3:40
Mini PCs are really inexpensive compared to laptops and desktops. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 0:06
MSI Cubi 5 is implied to be a good deal based on spreadsheet pricing analysis (contextual inference). ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 0:29
Mini PCs often have multiple sellers and coupons available, making it easy to find good deals. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 5:14

Software & AI Features (15)

Minimal bloatware on fresh Windows install. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 15:58
Windows 10 Home işletim sistemi yüklü, akıllı televizyon veya monitör olarak kullanılabiliyor. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 7:15
Empfehlung ist, das Gerät selbst zu konfigurieren und zusammenzubauen, was in wenigen Minuten erledigt ist und Kosten spart. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 5:20
Performance modes accessible via front button for different performance settings. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 2:30
Easy installation of Windows 7 and Windows 10 with BIOS adjustments ▶ MSI Cubi - Review @ 2:52
The MSI Display Kit software enhances usability by allowing easy window splitting, display settings adjustments, color presets, and additional tools. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 7:23
Fun to tinker with and configure to user needs ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 11:59
Runs Windows, making it a versatile replacement or additional PC. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 0:09
Comes with Windows 10 and is upgradeable to Windows 11, ensuring future-proofing. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 2:33
Supports MSI Power Link feature to power on the mini PC via a compatible monitor's power button. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 1:54
Runs Windows 11 out of the box. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 3:43
MSI's Click BIOS X is modern and user-friendly with useful features like restore after power loss and MSI Power Link. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 3:47
Co-pilot button integrates Microsoft AI assistant for productivity tasks. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 5:39
Good AI performance with Intel AI playground and support for AI model loading and image generation. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 7:57
MSI Center software provides hardware monitoring, AI engine for performance optimization, and user scenarios. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 9:05

Battery Life & Portability (8)

Viene con un adaptador de corriente de 65W, manteniendo un bajo consumo energético. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 3:51
Includes a 120 watt power brick with barrel charger and mounting plate for versatile setup. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 0:46
Good Linux support and low power consumption for home server use. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 17:39
Efficient power usage even under heavy loads, suitable for Plex and media streaming. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 18:36
Sehr geringer Stromverbrauch von ca. 20 Watt im Normalbetrieb, Jahresverbrauch ca. 59 kWh ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 7:22
Düşük güç tüketimi sayesinde sürekli açık kalabilir, download makinesi veya server olarak kullanılabilir. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 7:44
Consumes less electricity as a mini PC, allowing longer usage ▶ MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 @ 1:57
Consume poca energía, lo que lo hace perfecto para uso prolongado con bajo impacto en la factura de la luz. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 1:40

Display & Audio Quality (7)

The MSI MP271 monitor has better color accuracy compared to competitors and includes two built-in speakers, useful for budget audio solutions. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 2:19
The MSI MP271 monitor features anti-flicker, blue light reduction, and an anti-glare panel, which helps with eye care during long work sessions. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 6:20
The MSI MP271 monitor has a 27-inch IPS panel with 1920x1080 resolution, 75Hz refresh rate, and 5ms response time, suitable for productivity tasks. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 6:34
The MSI MP271 monitor has vibrant colors, decent contrast, and good viewing angles due to the IPS panel. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 6:55
The MSI MP271 monitor covers 92% sRGB, 70% NTSC, 73% Adobe RGB, and 73% P3 color gamut, sufficient for most work-from-home tasks. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 7:01
Supports Dolby Digital and DTS sound output to home theater receivers ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 10:10
Built-in microphone and speaker included. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 2:59

Cons (61)

General System Performance (20)

No tiene una tarjeta gráfica dedicada, solo gráfica integrada, lo que limita su rendimiento en videojuegos potentes y tareas gráficas exigentes. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 5:38
Grafikchip ist zu schwach für Gaming ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 8:46
Performance slightly worse than Framework in some games, about 2% lower in performance mode and more in balanced mode. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 12:13
Ray tracing performance is poor, not recommended due to significant frame rate drops. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 12:30
Integrated graphics are not suitable for modern AAA titles, only lightweight games are comfortable. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 2:30
Performance loss up to 10% when using 4 PCIe lanes instead of 8 or 16 lanes for GPUs like RTX 4060 and RTX 2080. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 9:57
Performance drop can reach up to 15% with high-end GPUs like RTX 4090 due to riser and lane limitations. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 11:00
Uses basic Intel integrated graphics instead of Intel Arc GPU, limiting gaming performance ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 2:51
Struggles with more demanding 3D games, dropping below 30 FPS on titles like Caravan Sandwich and CS:GO 2 ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 4:00
Not suitable as a gaming desktop for competitive or AAA titles ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 5:00
Integrated GPU is limited, suitable only for light gaming and emulation. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:53
No noticeable performance difference in web browsing compared to prior generation ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 4:03
Not suitable for playing latest AAA gaming titles ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 8:07
Native AAA games like Cyberpunk 2077, God of War Ragnarok, and Horizon Zero Dawn crashed or failed to start due to lack of video memory ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 3:13
Input lag when gaming via remote streaming/cloud gaming ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 4:14
Not suitable for gaming or streaming; limited gaming performance. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 5:12
BIOS lacks a dedicated performance profile; power management is dynamic but limited in manual options. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 4:40
Gaming performance requires lowering settings for some titles (e.g., Marble Rivals on low settings). ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 10:32
Mini PCs generally do not have dedicated GPUs like desktops, limiting gaming and video editing performance. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 4:20
Mini PCs are not the best for heavy gaming or video editing; performance is limited and rendering takes longer. ▶ What Mini PC is best for you? @ 4:29

Design & Build Quality (16)

Fan inside makes an annoying clicking noise which can be distracting ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 2:15
Fan noise made the unit almost unusable in some room setups due to echo and flat acoustics ▶ MSI Cubi Review @ 2:56
Power button external header is confusing to access and requires pliers to remove internal cover. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 2:07
No top plate for heat dissipation on the larger MSI Pro DP 2114 MQ model, unlike the smaller Cubi 5. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 14:20
Nicht völlig lautlos, aber sehr leise ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 6:58
Cooling system is thinner and less effective than Framework, leading to higher temperatures and thermal throttling. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 5:40
Not as repairable as Framework; requires removing rubber feet and multiple screws to access internals. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 4:15
Fan noise is loud and annoying, especially under load and during gaming. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 11:10
Thermal pad on M.2 SSD cover only cools half the SSD, potentially causing overheating on full-size SSDs. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 3:56
Power button click feels poor and cheap. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 11:54
Throttling occurs when the lid is closed at 70 watts power draw, likely a firmware limitation. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 2:02
Phase change material cooling degrades after heat sink removal, requiring replacement with thermal paste. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 3:11
VRM area gets noticeably hot under load, indicating tight thermal design. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 3:43
Rubber feet only on the bottom, so standing the device on its side is unstable ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 2:06
The MSI MP271 monitor only supports forward and backward tilt adjustment; it lacks swivel and height adjustment options. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 1:26
Cable management depends on user skill and effort; cables may be visible if not managed properly. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 6:04

Connectivity & Ports (9)

Para juegos AAA o edición de vídeo avanzada se necesitaría una caja externa con gráfica dedicada, lo que implica un gasto y configuración adicional. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa @ 6:29
Kein DisplayPort-Anschluss vorhanden, nur HDMI 2.1 mit 60 Hz bei 4K ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 3:44
Wi-Fi 6 desteği yok, sadece Wi-Fi 802.11ac destekleniyor, bu da geleceğe yönelik bir eksiklik olabilir. ▶ Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M @ 5:59
Kein SD-Kartenleser vorhanden, was für manche Nutzer ein Nachteil sein könnte. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 1:14
Confusing and inconsistent marketing/specs regarding HDMI version and performance modes. ▶ This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival @ 2:55
Riser cable for GPU is delicate and budget quality, prone to signal issues if bent improperly. ▶ I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! @ 9:33
Lack of USB 4 or Oculink means it's not ideal for users looking to connect an external GPU. ▶ ✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] @ 1:59
Connector cable for additional SSD is fragile and can easily disconnect ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 2:03
Limited number of USB Type-C ports; would benefit from more USB-C connectivity. ▶ MSI Cubi 5 10M Review @ 3:47

Storage & Memory (9)

M.2 SSD slot uses an uncommon 2242 size, limiting drive options. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 4:13
Installing external 2.5in SSD requires removing the M.2 NVMe SSD and careful cable management. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 5:31
Interne M.2 SSD mit nur 477 GB Speicherplatz ist für manche Nutzer eventuell zu klein ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 0:50
SATA SSDs haben deutlich geringere Schreib- und Leseraten als die PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 1:20
SSD ist etwas langsam bei Zugriffsgeschwindigkeiten ▶ MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC @ 8:52
Only one SSD bay, limiting storage expansion options ▶ MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review @ 4:50
Cannot boot from the larger 2.5 inch SSD, must use MSA drive to boot ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 1:50
Only 8 GB single channel RAM in this review unit ▶ Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! @ 2:30
RAM is not upgradeable as it is baked into the Intel chip, so buyers must choose the right amount at purchase. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 2:55

Value for Money (3)

Price can be high depending on configuration, around $880 for the reviewed model. ▶ Hands On With MSI Mini PCs @ 7:25
Preis der vorinstallierten Windows-Version ist relativ hoch, was den Gesamtpreis nach oben treibt. ▶ Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI @ 4:35
Not as inexpensive as some competitors once RAM, storage, and OS are added ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 2:33

Display & Audio Quality (3)

The MSI MP271 monitor's specifications are not ideal for gaming, being more suited for productivity tasks. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 6:41
The MSI MP271 monitor is not super color accurate for professional color tasks. ▶ MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP @ 7:11
Does not support high-end lossless audio formats like DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD ▶ MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, @ 10:20

Software & AI Features (1)

Some AI software (e.g., LM Studio) does not fully utilize the NPU yet, requiring optimizations. ▶ MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel C @ 7:21

Review sources

MSI Cubi NUC im Test: Das ist der beste Mini-PC by COMPUTER BILD — 16 pros, 6 cons
Hands On With MSI Mini PCs by PCWorld — 16 pros, 5 cons
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG Review – Compact Copilot+ PC w/ Intel Core Ultra & AI Boost by ETA PRIME — 17 pros, 4 cons
Dieser MINI PC passt UNSICHTBAR hinter den Monitor! Der MSI Cubi 5 (auch als Barebone!) by ITRaidDE — 17 pros, 2 cons
I Turned My Mini PC Into a Gaming Beast! by What about the PC? — 12 pros, 7 cons
MSI Cubi Mini PC Review - $150 - Broadwell Celeron - Gaming, Web, and more by Lon.TV — 12 pros, 6 cons
This Mini PC Might be the Best Value YET - X+ Rival by ShortCircuit — 9 pros, 8 cons
MSI CUBI NUC Mini Desktop PC | 1 Week Later Review by Tech Jamo — 12 pros, 5 cons
MSI Work From Home Setup - Ft. MSI Cubi 5 10m and MSI Pro MP271 by TechBroll — 13 pros, 4 cons
MSI Cubi 5 Review: Con este Mini PC el Tamaño No Importa by GCtech • Guillem Cortés — 14 pros, 2 cons
Can This Tiny Box Handle Gaming? MSI Cubi NUC 1M Review! by I'm CheCo Tech — 13 pros, 3 cons
Avuç içi büyüklüğünde bilgisayar! - MSI CUBI 5 10M by ShiftDelete.Net — 13 pros, 1 cons
MSI Cubi 5 10M Review by Grant Hinds — 12 pros, 2 cons
MSI Cubi - Review by HardwareSense — 13 pros, 0 cons
MSI Products: Review of the MSI Cubi 5 and the MSI PRO MP242 Monitor by Ginger Arboleda — 13 pros, 0 cons
✅ Best Mini PC 2025 [Watch This Before You Make a Choice!] by Foremost Picks — 10 pros, 2 cons
MSI Cubi Review by TechteamGB — 10 pros, 2 cons
What Mini PC is best for you? by GoTechGeek — 10 pros, 2 cons
The 5 Best Budget Mini PCs 2025 - The Only 5 You Need to Know by Tech Omniverse — 6 pros, 0 cons
✅Best Mini PC In 2023 | Top 5 Best Mini Computers Reviews Of 2023 - [You Can Buy] by Best Gadgets Shop — 6 pros, 0 cons

Frequently asked questions

Is the MSI Cubi 5 worth buying?

Based on 20 independent YouTube reviews, the MSI Cubi 5 scores 4.2/5 with 244 positive and 61 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #4 in the AI Assistant Ready PCs category.

What do reviewers like most about the MSI Cubi 5?

The most praised aspects are general system performance, design & build quality, connectivity & ports — General System Performance (63 mentions), Design & Build Quality (52 mentions), Connectivity & Ports (46 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the MSI Cubi 5?

Reviewers most frequently criticize general system performance, design & build quality — General System Performance (20 mentions), Design & Build Quality (16 mentions).

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