Quadruple monitor support (Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1)
1 x USB 10GbpsType-C port front, 2 x USB 10GbpsType-A ports front
MSI Power Link support
MSI Power Meter software
Dual 2.5G LAN, Wi-fi 6E AX211 & BT 5.3
The Cubi NUC AI 1UM is a mini pc equipped with Intel® AI Boost NPU and Intel Core Ultra processor, and it won the Red Dot Design Award in 2024. With quadruple monitor support, dual 2.5G LAN network capabilities, sustainable material and packing design, the Cubi NUC AI is compact, versatile, yet capable mini desktop PC for home or the office with AI features.
Intel® CoreTM Ultra 5 processor 125H with Intel® AI Boost NPU -Equipped with a built-in Intel® AI Boost NPU, the Cubi NUC AI Series provides users with an AI-ready PC experience RAM capacity: The Cubi NUC AI Series can support DDR5 5200MHz memory (2 x 8GB DDR55 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB). 1 x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE, factory pre-installed) 1x M.2 2242 SSD (PCIE, free slot) The rear I/O panels include two Thunderbolt 4, two HDMI 2.1 outputs, which support quadruple monitor setups for improved workflow efficiency or previewing e-commerce content Network connectivity includes Intel wireless, Bluetooth, and dual 2.5G ethernet LAN dTPM 2.0 (discrete Trusted Platform Module) hardware technology provides security for storing sensitive data & passwords Kensington Lock slot included The MSI Power Link allows the power button of MSI-selected monitors to turn on the Cubi NUC AI Series The chassis is VESA-mountable (standard 100x100 & 75x75), which can transform a standard compact desktop layout into an ultra-minimalist, distraction-free environment The front 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C and 2 x Type A ensure that plugging in and transferring data between devices is quick and hassle-free The two rear Thunderbolt 4 ports support the display and power delivery output of 15W Made with PCR (Post-consumer Recycled) plastic materials Reduce waste by using a recycled molded pulp tray packing design Manufatured with 99% of renewable energy in factory MSI AI Engine offers multiple optimizations that can help lighten the workload Power Meter enables one-click power saving, carbon emission calculation & electricity cost estimation
Processor
Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor family
Intel Core Ultra 5
Processor model
125H
Processor cores
14
Processor threads
18
Processor boost frequency
4.5 GHz
Processor frequency
1.2 GHz
Performance cores
6
Efficient cores
8
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
4.5 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency
3.5 GHz
Performance-core base frequency
1.2 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency
0.8 GHz
Processor cache
18 MB
Processor cache type
Smart Cache
Number of processors installed
1
Maximum turbo power
115 W
Processor base power
28 W
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)
No
Sparsity support
No
Windows Studio effects support
No
Memory
Internal memory
16 GB
Maximum internal memory
64 GB
Internal memory type
DDR5-SDRAM
Memory layout (slots x size)
2 x 8 GB
Memory slots
2x SO-DIMM
Memory clock speed
5600 MHz
Memory data transfer rate
5600 MT/s
Memory channels
Dual-channel
Non-ECC
Yes
ECC
No
Storage
Total storage capacity
512 GB
Optical drive type
No
Storage media
SSD
Number of storage drives installed
1
Number of storage drives supported
2
Total HDDs capacity
0 GB
HDD capacity
0 GB
Total SSDs capacity
512 GB
Number of SSDs installed
1
SSD capacity
512 GB
NVMe
Yes
SSD interface
PCI Express 4.0
SSD form factor
M.2
M.2 SSD size
2280 (22 x 80 mm)
Card reader integrated
No
Intel® Optane™ Memory module installed
No
Intel® Optane™ Memory module capacity
0 GB
Embedded storage capacity
0 MB
Graphics
Discrete graphics card
No
On-board graphics card
Yes
Discrete GPU manufacturer
Intel
Discrete graphics card model
Not available
On-board GPU manufacturer
Intel
On-board graphics card family
Intel Arc Graphics
On-board graphics card model
Intel Arc Graphics
On-board graphics card cores
8
On-board graphics card 6K support
Yes
On-board graphics card 8K support
Yes
Number of external displays supported
4
Graphics card Open GL support
Yes
AMD FreeSync
No
Ray tracing acceleration
Yes
CUDA
No
NVIDIA G-SYNC
No
NVIDIA GameWorks VR
No
Graphics card DisplayPorts quantity
2
Graphics card HDMI ports quantity
2
Graphics card USB Type-C ports quantity
1
Network
Ethernet LAN
Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates
1000 Mbit/s
Cabling technology
10/100/1000Base-T(X)
LAN controller
Realtek RTL8111H
Wi-Fi
Yes
Top Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller manufacturer
Intel
Wi-Fi standards
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller model
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Antenna type
2x2
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Yes
Bluetooth version
5.3
Wake-on-LAN ready
Yes
Miracast
Yes
Ports & interfaces
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity
2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity
1
PowerShare
No
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode
Yes
Intel® Thunderbolt 4
Yes
Intel® Thunderbolt 5
No
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity
2
DVI port
No
HDMI ports quantity
2
HDMI version
2.1
DisplayPorts quantity
2
DisplayPort version
1.4
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
Microphone in
No
Line-in
No
Line-out
No
Combo headphone/mic port
No
S/PDIF out port
No
DC-in jack
No
Fiber NIC port (Flex I/O)
No
Number of rear audio ports
2
Number of front audio ports
1
Number of front USB ports
2
Number of rear USB ports
4
Design
Chassis type
Mini PC
Colour name
black
Volume
1.35 L
VESA mounting
Yes
Placement supported
Horizontal/Vertical
Water cooling system
No
Cable lock slot
No
Copilot key
Yes
Product colour
Black
Introduction month
June
Housing material
Metal, Plastic
Viewing window
No
RGB memory lighting
No
Introduction year
2025
Country of origin
China
Certified refurbished
No
Performance
Product type
Mini PC
Market positioning
Business
Powered by
Intel
Virtual Reality (VR) ready
Yes
Motherboard form factor
NUC
Audio chip
Realtek ALC256
Audio system
High Definition Audio
Audio output channels
2.0 channels
Built-in speaker(s)
No
Password protection
Yes
Password protection type
BIOS, User
Fingerprint reader
No
BIOS type
UEFI
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version
2.0
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Yes
Software
Operating system installed
Windows 11 Pro
Copilot+ PC
No
Operating system architecture
64-bit
Windows 11 free upgrade
Yes
Operating system language
English
Apple Intelligence
No
Drivers included
Yes
Pre-installed software
Y
Processor special features
Video encode engine
Yes
Video decode engine
Yes
Power
Power supply
120 W
Power supply input voltage
100 - 240 V
Power supply input frequency
50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (max)
115 W
Power consumption (standby)
5 W
Power consumption (typical)
35 W
USB Type-C output power
15 W
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
8 - 85%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
0 - 90%
Certificates
PSTI certified
No
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) compliance
Yes
Compliance certificates
CE, Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Weight & dimensions
Width
119.6 mm
Depth
115.2 mm
Height
37.5 mm
Package width
205 mm
Package depth
220 mm
Package height
94 mm
Packaging content
Display included
No
Mouse included
No
Keyboard included
No
Keyboard backlit
No
Numeric keypad
No
Power cable length
1.2 m
Cables included
Power
VESA mount included
Yes
Screws included
Yes
Manual
Yes
General
Product family
Cubi
Technical details
Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Yes
Statement of conformance & platform certificate included
Quadruple monitor support (Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1)
1 x USB 10GbpsType-C port front, 2 x USB 10GbpsType-A ports front
MSI Power Link support
MSI Power Meter software
Dual 2.5G LAN, Wi-fi 6E AX211 & BT 5.3
The Cubi NUC AI 1UM is a mini pc equipped with Intel® AI Boost NPU and Intel Core Ultra processor, and it won the Red Dot Design Award in 2024. With quadruple monitor support, dual 2.5G LAN network capabilities, sustainable material and packing design, the Cubi NUC AI is compact, versatile, yet capable mini desktop PC for home or the office with AI features.
Intel® CoreTM Ultra 5 processor 125H with Intel® AI Boost NPU -Equipped with a built-in Intel® AI Boost NPU, the Cubi NUC AI Series provides users with an AI-ready PC experience RAM capacity: The Cubi NUC AI Series can support DDR5 5200MHz memory (2 x 8GB DDR55 SO-DIMM, up to 64GB). 1 x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE, factory pre-installed) 1x M.2 2242 SSD (PCIE, free slot) The rear I/O panels include two Thunderbolt 4, two HDMI 2.1 outputs, which support quadruple monitor setups for improved workflow efficiency or previewing e-commerce content Network connectivity includes Intel wireless, Bluetooth, and dual 2.5G ethernet LAN dTPM 2.0 (discrete Trusted Platform Module) hardware technology provides security for storing sensitive data & passwords Kensington Lock slot included The MSI Power Link allows the power button of MSI-selected monitors to turn on the Cubi NUC AI Series The chassis is VESA-mountable (standard 100x100 & 75x75), which can transform a standard compact desktop layout into an ultra-minimalist, distraction-free environment The front 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C and 2 x Type A ensure that plugging in and transferring data between devices is quick and hassle-free The two rear Thunderbolt 4 ports support the display and power delivery output of 15W Made with PCR (Post-consumer Recycled) plastic materials Reduce waste by using a recycled molded pulp tray packing design Manufatured with 99% of renewable energy in factory MSI AI Engine offers multiple optimizations that can help lighten the workload Power Meter enables one-click power saving, carbon emission calculation & electricity cost estimation
Processor
Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor family
Intel Core Ultra 5
Processor model
125H
Processor cores
14
Processor threads
18
Processor boost frequency
4.5 GHz
Processor frequency
1.2 GHz
Performance cores
6
Efficient cores
8
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
4.5 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency
3.5 GHz
Performance-core base frequency
1.2 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency
0.8 GHz
Processor cache
18 MB
Processor cache type
Smart Cache
Number of processors installed
1
Maximum turbo power
115 W
Processor base power
28 W
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Neural processor unit (NPU)
No
Sparsity support
No
Windows Studio effects support
No
Memory
Internal memory
16 GB
Maximum internal memory
64 GB
Internal memory type
DDR5-SDRAM
Memory layout (slots x size)
2 x 8 GB
Memory slots
2x SO-DIMM
Memory clock speed
5600 MHz
Memory data transfer rate
5600 MT/s
Memory channels
Dual-channel
Non-ECC
Yes
ECC
No
Storage
Total storage capacity
512 GB
Optical drive type
No
Storage media
SSD
Number of storage drives installed
1
Number of storage drives supported
2
Total HDDs capacity
0 GB
HDD capacity
0 GB
Total SSDs capacity
512 GB
Number of SSDs installed
1
SSD capacity
512 GB
NVMe
Yes
SSD interface
PCI Express 4.0
SSD form factor
M.2
M.2 SSD size
2280 (22 x 80 mm)
Card reader integrated
No
Intel® Optane™ Memory module installed
No
Intel® Optane™ Memory module capacity
0 GB
Embedded storage capacity
0 MB
Graphics
Discrete graphics card
No
On-board graphics card
Yes
Discrete GPU manufacturer
Intel
Discrete graphics card model
Not available
On-board GPU manufacturer
Intel
On-board graphics card family
Intel Arc Graphics
On-board graphics card model
Intel Arc Graphics
On-board graphics card cores
8
On-board graphics card 6K support
Yes
On-board graphics card 8K support
Yes
Number of external displays supported
4
Graphics card Open GL support
Yes
AMD FreeSync
No
Ray tracing acceleration
Yes
CUDA
No
NVIDIA G-SYNC
No
NVIDIA GameWorks VR
No
Graphics card DisplayPorts quantity
2
Graphics card HDMI ports quantity
2
Graphics card USB Type-C ports quantity
1
Network
Ethernet LAN
Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates
1000 Mbit/s
Cabling technology
10/100/1000Base-T(X)
LAN controller
Realtek RTL8111H
Wi-Fi
Yes
Top Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller manufacturer
Intel
Wi-Fi standards
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller model
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Antenna type
2x2
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Yes
Bluetooth version
5.3
Wake-on-LAN ready
Yes
Miracast
Yes
Ports & interfaces
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity
2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity
1
PowerShare
No
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode
Yes
Intel® Thunderbolt 4
Yes
Intel® Thunderbolt 5
No
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity
2
DVI port
No
HDMI ports quantity
2
HDMI version
2.1
DisplayPorts quantity
2
DisplayPort version
1.4
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
Microphone in
No
Line-in
No
Line-out
No
Combo headphone/mic port
No
S/PDIF out port
No
DC-in jack
No
Fiber NIC port (Flex I/O)
No
Number of rear audio ports
2
Number of front audio ports
1
Number of front USB ports
2
Number of rear USB ports
4
Design
Chassis type
Mini PC
Colour name
black
Volume
1.35 L
VESA mounting
Yes
Placement supported
Horizontal/Vertical
Water cooling system
No
Cable lock slot
No
Copilot key
Yes
Product colour
Black
Introduction month
June
Housing material
Metal, Plastic
Viewing window
No
RGB memory lighting
No
Introduction year
2025
Country of origin
China
Certified refurbished
No
Performance
Product type
Mini PC
Market positioning
Business
Powered by
Intel
Virtual Reality (VR) ready
Yes
Motherboard form factor
NUC
Audio chip
Realtek ALC256
Audio system
High Definition Audio
Audio output channels
2.0 channels
Built-in speaker(s)
No
Password protection
Yes
Password protection type
BIOS, User
Fingerprint reader
No
BIOS type
UEFI
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version
2.0
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Yes
Software
Operating system installed
Windows 11 Pro
Copilot+ PC
No
Operating system architecture
64-bit
Windows 11 free upgrade
Yes
Operating system language
English
Apple Intelligence
No
Drivers included
Yes
Pre-installed software
Y
Processor special features
Video encode engine
Yes
Video decode engine
Yes
Power
Power supply
120 W
Power supply input voltage
100 - 240 V
Power supply input frequency
50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (max)
115 W
Power consumption (standby)
5 W
Power consumption (typical)
35 W
USB Type-C output power
15 W
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
8 - 85%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
0 - 90%
Certificates
PSTI certified
No
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) compliance
Yes
Compliance certificates
CE, Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Weight & dimensions
Width
119.6 mm
Depth
115.2 mm
Height
37.5 mm
Package width
205 mm
Package depth
220 mm
Package height
94 mm
Packaging content
Display included
No
Mouse included
No
Keyboard included
No
Keyboard backlit
No
Numeric keypad
No
Power cable length
1.2 m
Cables included
Power
VESA mount included
Yes
Screws included
Yes
Manual
Yes
General
Product family
Cubi
Technical details
Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Yes
Statement of conformance & platform certificate included
