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MSI Cubi 5 12M, NUC Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1235U, 16GB(8GB*2) Memory, 500GB SSD, WiFi 6, BT 5.3, Dual LAN, ThunderBOLT 4 Type C, Black, Windows 11 PRO with Pure OS/3Y Warranty(12M-445US)
- Intel Core i5-1235U
- 16GB DDR4
- 500GB SSD
- Windows 11 Pro
- Intel Iris Xe Graphics
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Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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The MSI Cubi 5 12M-445US is a compact Windows 11 Pro mini PC with a 10-core Intel Core i5-1235U, 16GB of DDR4 memory, and a 500GB NVMe SSD, suited to students and home-office users handling everyday productivity, study, and multitasking.
Recommended For
- Home-office and small-business users who want a compact Windows desktop for office apps, web research, video calls, and multitasking without a full-size tower.
- People building a tidy desk or shared workstation who want to VESA-mount a small PC behind a compatible monitor and keep the work area clear.
- Users who need flexible wired networking for a small office, lab, or home server, and can make use of the two Ethernet ports and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.
- Home-media users who want a small PC for streaming and everyday playback, including a VESA-mounted setup near a TV.
- Users doing routine photo work or occasional short Full HD video edits who value a small desktop over workstation-class graphics performance.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Student and home-office use in a compact mini PC, with a 10-core processor, 16 GB of memory and a 500 GB SSD |
| Processor And Cache | 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U with 10 cores and 12 MB L3 cache |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics with shared graphics memory |
| Memory Configuration | 16 GB DDR4-3200 as 2 × 8 GB; both memory slots are occupied, with support for up to 64 GB |
| Storage And Expansion | 500 GB M.2 NVMe SSD, with an internal bay for one 2.5-inch SSD or HDD |
| Ports And Connectivity | Front: 1 Thunderbolt 4 USB-C port, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and a mic/headphone combo jack; rear: 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports |
| Wired And Wireless Networking | Dual Ethernet ports with 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Power | 65 W power supply |
| Portability And Design | Black mini PC measuring 2.11 × 4.88 × 4.88 inches and weighing 3.09 lb |
| Model Identifiers | MSI Cubi 5 12M-445US, also identified as MSI Cubi 5 NUC (model MSI-CU5445) |