Acemagic has unveiled its most powerful mini-PC to date, the F9A: A 2-liter aluminum cube featuring AMD’s top-of-the-line Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip, up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and a combined AI performance of 126 TOPS. The device is clearly aimed at AI developers, creatives, and anyone who wants maximum computing power in a minimal footprint. Acemagic has not yet announced an official price—the F9A is currently in the pre-launch phase.
Key Specs at a Glance
- AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (Strix Halo): 16 cores, 32 threads, Radeon 8060S iGPU (RDNA 3.5)
- Up to 126 TOPS of AI performance from the CPU, GPU, and NPU—the XDNA-2 NPU alone delivers up to 50 TOPS
- Up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X-8000 unified memory, two M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots
- OCuLink for external graphics cards, plus 2× USB4 (40 Gbit/s), HDMI 2.1, 2× 2.5 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7
- Compact 2-liter chassis (158 × 158 × 85 mm) made of CNC-machined aluminum, dedicated Copilot button
- Price and launch date in Germany to be announced (pre-launch)
Ryzen AI Max+ 395: Strix Halo in a mini-PC form factor
At the heart of the Acemagic F9A is the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, AMD’s currently most powerful mobile chip from the Strix Halo family. It features 16 Zen 5 cores and 32 threads, as well as the powerful integrated Radeon 8060S graphics unit based on RDNA 3.5. According to Acemagic, this allows for smooth gameplay in the latest titles even without a dedicated graphics card—a bold claim for a mini-PC without an extra GPU.
You may be familiar with this platform from other devices: AMD itself sells a comparable mini-PC in the U.S. called the Ryzen AI Halo for $3,999, and competitors such as GMKtec (EVO-X2), Beelink, and Framework also rely on Strix Halo. The chip now appears in nearly 30 different mini-PC and workstation models. Incidentally, the Ryzen AI Max+ 388—which we recently saw in the OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro —also comes from the same AMD family.
126 TOPS: What’s Behind the AI Performance
Acemagic advertises the F9A with “up to 126 TOPS of AI power.” Important to note: This figure represents the combined computing power of the CPU, GPU, and NPU. The dedicated AI unit—an XDNA-2 NPU—contributes up to 50 TOPS of that total. It is precisely this NPU value that matters when Windows features or software specifically access the NPU.
However, the real trump card for local AI is the memory: Up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X-8000 is shared as unified memory between the CPU and GPU. According to the manufacturer, this allows large language models with up to 120 billion parameters to be run locally. Whether this runs smoothly in practice depends heavily on quantization and model format—realistically, the F9A is more of an experimentation and inference tool than a training machine. For a device the size of a 2-liter beer crate, that’s still impressive.
Ports: OCuLink, Dual USB4, and Plenty of Features
Acemagic doesn’t skimp on connectivity. In addition to two USB4 ports with 40 Gbit/s—for external NVMe SSDs or high-resolution displays, for example—there’s an OCuLink port. You can use this to connect a full-fledged desktop graphics card if the iGPU isn’t enough for you. If you want, you can turn this quiet office mini-PC into a gaming machine.
It also features HDMI 2.1, two 2.5-Gigabit LAN ports, three USB-A ports with 10 Gbit/s, an SD 4.0 card reader, and a 3.5-mm audio jack. The F9A connects wirelessly via Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. Up to four independent 8K displays can be connected via the two USB4 ports. A 4-microphone far-field array with AI noise cancellation and two 2-watt speakers make the device ideal for conferencing.
Compact housing with Copilot button
The entire unit is housed in a CNC-machined aluminum enclosure measuring 158 × 158 × 85 mm with a volume of approximately 2 liters. The F9A is available in Silver and Space Gray and features a customizable RGB light ring. One detail stands out: On the front is a dedicated Copilot button that directly launches Microsoft’s AI assistant in Windows.
Acemagic F9A: Technical Specifications at a Glance
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (16 cores / 32 threads, Zen 5) |
| Graphics | Radeon 8060S (RDNA 3.5, integrated) |
| AI Performance | XDNA-2 NPU up to 50 TOPS, total up to 126 TOPS |
| Memory | Up to 128 GB LPDDR5X-8000 (Unified Memory) |
| Storage | 2× M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
| Expansion | 1× OCuLink PCIe 4.0 x4, 2× USB4 (40 Gbit/s) |
| Additional Ports | HDMI 2.1, 2× 2.5 GbE LAN, 3× USB-A (10 Gbit/s), SD 4.0, 3.5 mm audio |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Audio | 4-unit far-field microphone array, 2× 2-W speakers |
| Display Support | Up to 4 independent 8K displays (via Dual USB4) |
| Housing | CNC-machined aluminum, 158 × 158 × 85 mm, approx. 2.0 liters |
| Colors | Silver / Space Gray |
| Price | Not yet officially confirmed (pre-launch) |
Price and Availability
Acemagic has not yet officially announced a final price for the F9A. Since the top-of-the-line model comes with up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X and two NVMe slots, it’s unlikely to be a bargain—an initial pre-launch listing suggests a price of up to around $4,999 for the maximum configuration. However, this figure has not been confirmed, and the final price will depend on the RAM and storage configuration. For comparison: AMD’s own Ryzen AI Halo starts at $3,999 in the U.S. We’ll update this post as soon as Acemagic announces prices and a launch date for Germany.
If you want to keep an eye on the current street price of comparable Strix Halo mini-PCs, check out Amazon: Ryzen AI Max+ 395 mini-PCs on Amazon.
FAQ on the Acemagic F9A
What processor is in the Acemagic F9A?
The F9A uses the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 from the Strix Halo series, featuring 16 cores, 32 threads, and integrated Radeon 8060S graphics.
How much AI performance does the F9A offer?
Acemagic specifies up to 126 TOPS for the entire system. The dedicated XDNA-2 NPU alone delivers up to 50 TOPS.
Can you connect an external graphics card to the F9A?
Yes. A desktop graphics card or AI accelerator can be connected at full bandwidth via the OCuLink port (PCIe 4.0 x4).
How much RAM does the Acemagic F9A support?
Up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X-8000, which is shared as unified memory between the CPU and GPU.
How much does the Acemagic F9A cost?
An official price has not yet been announced. An initial pre-launch listing suggests a price of up to around $4,999 for the top-of-the-line model—but this has not been confirmed.
Conclusion: Plenty of computing power in a tiny package
The Acemagic F9A delivers what Strix Halo promises: desktop-class performance and local AI capabilities in a case that’s barely larger than a lunchbox. The combination of 128 GB of unified memory and OCuLink is particularly impressive—here you get an AI computer and a potential gaming PC in one. The catch remains the expected price: For the top configuration, buyers will likely have to pay a four-figure sum, making the F9A a niche device for developers and professionals rather than a mainstream mini-PC. Whether Acemagic can win us over with the price and cooling of this compact powerhouse remains to be seen once the first independent tests are available. The concept, at any rate, is solid.
You can find more from the world of compact computers in our article on the GMKtec NEO X1 Pro. By the way, the new Geekbench 7 now also measures just how much performance modern chips actually deliver.
