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Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) vs MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
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Key differences between Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) and MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
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- Microphone (audio): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — No; MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — Yes (Two digital microphones (DMIC) on the front panel, with AI noise cancelling.).
- Hdmi Cable (included accessories): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — No; MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — Yes (The box contents on the manufacturer's own listing are the mini PC, an HDMI cable, a manual and a power adapter.).
- Built In Power Supply (power): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — No; MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — Yes (Internal 320W PSU certified to CCC, FCC, UL, CE and UKCA.).
Specifications to check side by side
- Ethernet (connectivity): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — 2.5G Ethernet; MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — 2x 10G Ethernet (Two RJ45 ports driven by Realtek RTL8127 controllers.).
- Technology (cooling): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — Triple-fan QuietFlow cooling; MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — Six heat pipes with phase-change material and dual turbine fans (Copper base with a six-heatpipe radiator, phase-change material and two turbine fans reaching 3600 RPM.).
- Model (cpu): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX; MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (16 cores and 32 threads, max turbo 5.1 GHz, with 130W in Performance mode, 95W in Balance mode and 60W in Quiet mode.).
- Model (gpu): Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) — NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (8GB); MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) — AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics (40 RDNA 3.5 compute units at up to 2900 MHz.).
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Option 2 · MINISFORUM
MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
Last updated October 2026
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Audio
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Yes
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Yes
Catalog note
One 3.5mm TRRS combo jack on the front panel, used for both output and input.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Yes
Catalog note
Two digital microphones (DMIC) on the front panel, with AI noise cancelling.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- No
Catalog note
The official audio output list is HDMI and the 3.5mm combo jack only.
Connectivity
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Bluetooth 5.4
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Bluetooth 5.4
Catalog note
MediaTek MT7925 module.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 2.5G Ethernet
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 2x 10G Ethernet
Manufacturer source
Two 10 GbE network ports are specified.
MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
The processor and memory citations do not establish the installed SSD bundle.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Catalog note
Two RJ45 ports driven by Realtek RTL8127 controllers.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Wi-Fi 7
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Wi-Fi 7
Cooling
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Triple-fan QuietFlow cooling
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Six heat pipes with phase-change material and dual turbine fans
Catalog note
Copper base with a six-heatpipe radiator, phase-change material and two turbine fans reaching 3600 RPM.
Cpu
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395
Manufacturer source
The processor is an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395.
MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
The processor and memory citations do not establish the installed SSD bundle.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Catalog note
16 cores and 32 threads, max turbo 5.1 GHz, with 130W in Performance mode, 95W in Balance mode and 60W in Quiet mode.
Gpu
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (8GB)
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics
Catalog note
40 RDNA 3.5 compute units at up to 2900 MHz.
Included Accessories
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Yes
Catalog note
The box contents on the manufacturer's own listing are the mini PC, an HDMI cable, a manual and a power adapter.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- No
Catalog note
The chassis supports 100-178.5 mm wall mounting, but no bracket is listed among the box contents.
Memory
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 32 GB
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 128 GB
Manufacturer source
The stated memory capacity is 128 GB.
MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
The processor and memory citations do not establish the installed SSD bundle.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Dual-channel
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Quad-channel
Catalog note
Quad-channel 256-bit unified memory shared between the CPU, the GPU and the NPU.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- SODIMM
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Soldered
Catalog note
The official specification sheet states 128GB LPDDR5X-8000 onboard unified memory.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 96 GB
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 128 GB
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 5600 MT/s
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 8000 MT/s
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- DDR5
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- LPDDR5X
Npu
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Not applicable / unspecified
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS)
Catalog note
MINISFORUM states up to 50 TOPS from the NPU and up to 126 TOPS across the whole processor.
Other
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- No
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Yes
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Yes
Catalog note
The official rear panel diagram lists an Anti-Theft Lock Hole.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- No
Power
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 330W
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 6A
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Yes
Catalog note
Internal 320W PSU certified to CCC, FCC, UL, CE and UKCA.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 330W
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 320W
Software
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Windows 11 Home
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- Windows 11 Pro
Catalog note
Pre-installed; MINISFORUM lists support for Windows 11 24H2 Pro and Home.
Storage
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 2 TB
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 2 TB
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 1x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD + 1x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x1 SSD
Catalog note
Each slot takes up to 8 TB and the pair supports RAID 0 and RAID 1.
Usb
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- Not applicable / unspecified
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 2x USB 2.0 Type-A
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C + 6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Catalog note
One on the front panel and two on the rear, all at 10Gbps.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 1x USB 4.0 Type-C (40Gbps)
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 2x USB4 Type-C (40Gbps) + 2x USB4 V2 Type-C (80Gbps)
Catalog note
All four carry DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode and 15W power output. The two 40Gbps ports are on the front, the two 80Gbps USB4 V2 ports on the rear.
Video
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 2x DisplayPort 2.1
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- No
Catalog note
No dedicated DisplayPort connector; the four USB4 Type-C ports carry DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- 2x HDMI 2.1
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Catalog note
Up to 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 120Hz.
- Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
- No
- MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
- No
| Specification | Asus ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) | MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Yes | YesCatalog noteOne 3.5mm TRRS combo jack on the front panel, used for both output and input. | |
| No | YesCatalog noteTwo digital microphones (DMIC) on the front panel, with AI noise cancelling. | |
| No | NoCatalog noteThe official audio output list is HDMI and the 3.5mm combo jack only. | |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4Catalog noteMediaTek MT7925 module. | |
| 2.5G Ethernet | 2x 10G EthernetManufacturer sourceTwo 10 GbE network ports are specified. MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) manufacturer product page →
The processor and memory citations do not establish the installed SSD bundle. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog noteTwo RJ45 ports driven by Realtek RTL8127 controllers. | |
| Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 | |
| Cooling | ||
| Triple-fan QuietFlow cooling | Six heat pipes with phase-change material and dual turbine fansCatalog noteCopper base with a six-heatpipe radiator, phase-change material and two turbine fans reaching 3600 RPM. | |
| Cpu | ||
| AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395Manufacturer sourceThe processor is an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395. MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) manufacturer product page →
The processor and memory citations do not establish the installed SSD bundle. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog note16 cores and 32 threads, max turbo 5.1 GHz, with 130W in Performance mode, 95W in Balance mode and 60W in Quiet mode. | |
| Gpu | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (8GB) | AMD Radeon 8060S GraphicsCatalog note40 RDNA 3.5 compute units at up to 2900 MHz. | |
| Included Accessories | ||
| No | YesCatalog noteThe box contents on the manufacturer's own listing are the mini PC, an HDMI cable, a manual and a power adapter. | |
| No | NoCatalog noteThe chassis supports 100-178.5 mm wall mounting, but no bracket is listed among the box contents. | |
| Memory | ||
| 32 GB | 128 GBManufacturer sourceThe stated memory capacity is 128 GB. MINISFORUM MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB) manufacturer product page →
The processor and memory citations do not establish the installed SSD bundle. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. | |
| Dual-channel | Quad-channelCatalog noteQuad-channel 256-bit unified memory shared between the CPU, the GPU and the NPU. | |
| SODIMM | SolderedCatalog noteThe official specification sheet states 128GB LPDDR5X-8000 onboard unified memory. | |
| 96 GB | 128 GB | |
| 5600 MT/s | 8000 MT/s | |
| DDR5 | LPDDR5X | |
| Npu | ||
| Not applicable / unspecified | AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS)Catalog noteMINISFORUM states up to 50 TOPS from the NPU and up to 126 TOPS across the whole processor. | |
| Other | ||
| No | No | |
| Yes | YesCatalog noteThe official rear panel diagram lists an Anti-Theft Lock Hole. | |
| No | No | |
| Power | ||
| 330W | 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 6A | |
| No | YesCatalog noteInternal 320W PSU certified to CCC, FCC, UL, CE and UKCA. | |
| 330W | 320W | |
| Software | ||
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 ProCatalog notePre-installed; MINISFORUM lists support for Windows 11 24H2 Pro and Home. | |
| Storage | ||
| 2 TB | 2 TB | |
| M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD | 1x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD + 1x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x1 SSDCatalog noteEach slot takes up to 8 TB and the pair supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. | |
| Usb | ||
| Not applicable / unspecified | 2x USB 2.0 Type-A | |
| 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C + 6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A | 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-ACatalog noteOne on the front panel and two on the rear, all at 10Gbps. | |
| 1x USB 4.0 Type-C (40Gbps) | 2x USB4 Type-C (40Gbps) + 2x USB4 V2 Type-C (80Gbps)Catalog noteAll four carry DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode and 15W power output. The two 40Gbps ports are on the front, the two 80Gbps USB4 V2 ports on the rear. | |
| Video | ||
| 2x DisplayPort 2.1 | NoCatalog noteNo dedicated DisplayPort connector; the four USB4 Type-C ports carry DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode. | |
| 2x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 FRLCatalog noteUp to 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 120Hz. | |
| No | No | |
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