When it comes to PCs, you’ve got big, hulking gaming builds, to relatively small and slim builds for office spaces. But what if you wanted to go even smaller? If you’re a fan of the small form factor PC , then you might want to check out the MINISFORUM S-02 Ultra, which recently won the CES 2026 Innovation Award .
Enterprise specs in a tiny package
The MS-02 Ultra manages to cram some seriously impressive hardware into its compact 4.8-liter body. At its heart sits the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor featuring 24 cores (8 performance cores plus 16 efficiency cores) and a built-in 13 TOPS NPU for AI workloads. The CPU alone can hit up to 140W TDP, which MINISFORUM claims delivers twice the performance of their previous MS-01 model.
But the processor is just the start. This mini workstation supports up to 256GB of DDR5 ECC memory. This ensures that you get both speed and data integrity for demanding tasks. There’s also room for PCIe GPU expansion up to 140W, bringing the combined system TDP to 240W. The integrated 350W power supply keeps everything running smoothly, even under sustained workloads.
Connectivity is another highlight feature. The MS-02 Ultra includes support for dual 25GbE ports alongside LAN options (10Gb plus 2.5Gb). This is perfect for users looking for enterprise-grade networking. There’s also Wi-Fi 7 support, so if you have a compatible router, you should be able to hit wireless speeds that are on par with wired connections.
The PC also comes with multiple PCIe slots that let you expand storage, add peripherals, or install additional GPUs. We should also point out that it has RAID 0/1/5/10 support and provides users with more storage options, giving them flexibility between performance and data redundancy. Last but not least, you can find Intel vPro integration, which enables remote management for IT administrators.
Who needs a mini workstation?
The MS-02 Ultra targets content users who need workstation performance without dedicating an entire room to their PC. The compact form factor makes it ideal for small offices, home studios, or anywhere you need a computer but in a small footprint.
MINISFORUM positions this as a solution for the AI-driven and hybrid-work era, where employees might need to move their workstation between locations. Or for those who simply want powerful computing that won’t take over their entire desk.
The MS-02 Ultra is available now through MINISFORUM’s official store . It is priced starting at $839 for the base model, but you can configure it with a more powerful CPU, memory, and storage, which will eventually run you up to $2,999.
