A compact computer bursting with performance

MSI has finally launched its latest gaming desktop, the MPG Trident AS AI 2nd, which was first introduced in April. Compared to Asus' ROG NUC 2025 mini-PC, this model combines desktop versions of the latest Intel Arrow Lake processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards.

There are two processor configurations available: Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Core Ultra 7 265F, the latter being the more powerful with 20 cores (8 performance + 12 efficiency) manufactured on the TSMC N3B manufacturing process. The case measures 39.7 × 13.7 × 41 cm, which corresponds to a volume of 10.36 liters.

The computer is powered by a 500 W 80 Plus Bronze certified power supply, which is sufficient for an RTX 5060 or RTX 5070. It has built-in air cooling, four storage options (2× 2.5-inch + 2× M.2 2280), and almost 12 ports.

MSI currently offers four variants in Australia, Taiwan, and the Eurozone:

– Core Ultra 5 225 / RTX 5060 / 16 GB / 1 TB SSD ≈ converted €1,695
– Core Ultra 7 265F / RTX 5060 / 16 GB / 1 TB SSD ≈ converted €1,978
– Core Ultra 7 265F / RTX 5070 / 32 GB / 1 TB SSD €1,999 (EU) / ≈ converted €2,102
– Core Ultra 7 265F / RTX 5070 / 32 GB / 2 TB SSD ≈ converted €2,824

Pricing and availability for other markets are not yet known. The MPG Trident AS AI 2nd is aimed at demanding gamers looking for performance in a compact package.