Minisforum MS-A2 Sees Significant Price Hike

Entry-level cost jumps over 37% for AMD Ryzen 9 powered mini-PC

Prospective buyers of the Minisforum MS-A2 mini-PC are facing a steeper entry price, with the base configuration now costing considerably more than at its launch. This surge affects even the barebones unit.

Pricing Adjustments Revealed

The MS-A2’s starting price has surged from $639 to $871 for a barebones model featuring the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor. This represents an almost 4% increase from its April debut price of $839.

Further compounding the price jump, Minisforum is not currently offering 1 TB SSD options directly. Consequently, the most affordable pre-configured MS-A2 now stands at $1,191, equipped with 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of storage. This configuration is approximately 8% more expensive than just a few months ago.

Expanded Configuration Options

Minisforum has expanded the MS-A2’s customization. Users can now opt for up to 96 GB of RAM and 2 TB of storage, a capability not available at its initial release. This premium configuration pushes the mini-PC’s cost to $1,295.

According to recent market analysis, the average price for high-performance mini-PCs has seen a steady increase, with models featuring robust AMD Ryzen processors and ample RAM often exceeding $1,000. (TechRadar).

Availability Update

Minisforum anticipates commencing shipments for new MS-A2 orders on August 10. For detailed insights into the MS-A2’s performance and capabilities with the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX APU, interested parties are encouraged to consult our comprehensive review from last month.