Ayaneo has announced an updated version of its AM01 compact PC, this time powered by AMD’s Ryzen 7 5800U processor. The confirmation comes from the online publication Rozetked and marks a notable shift to a more capable internal chipset while keeping the device’s compact form factor in mind.
The new AM01 adopts the Zen 3 architecture, delivering higher clock speeds and a larger cache compared to the prior Ryzen 5 5700U model which used Zen 2. While these architectural enhancements improve overall performance and responsiveness, the integrated graphics remain Radeon Vega 8, continuing to rely on solid general-purpose graphics without a dedicated gaming focus.
In terms of memory and storage, the AM01 configuration supports up to 64GB of DDR4 RAM, and it includes an M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 NVMe solid-state drive slot. The device is designed to accommodate a range of consumer needs, with multiple connectivity options that ensure compatibility with modern peripherals. Users will find USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, and HDMI 2.0 ports, along with DisplayPort 1.4 support. Networking is robust thanks to Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2 built into the system, enabling reliable, fast wireless connectivity across home and office environments.
Pricing for the updated AM01 starts at 269 dollars for the basic configuration that omits RAM and storage. The model configured with 16 gigabytes of RAM and a 512-gigabyte SSD carries a price tag of 359 dollars. Deliveries for the new variant were slated to begin in April, with buyers receiving assurances about available stock and estimated timelines for shipment. This places the AM01 in a competitive position within the compact PC segment for users seeking a blend of efficiency, portability, and modern CPU performance in a small form factor.
In a related development, Asus recently introduced a gaming minicomputer known as the ROG NUC, which features an RTX 4070 graphics processor and carries a considerably higher price point. The ROG NUC is positioned in a different tier, appealing to enthusiasts who demand extreme graphics performance and are willing to pay a premium for it. The comparison highlights the spectrum of options in compact computing, where the Ayaneo AM01 targets efficiency and everyday power while Asus’ offering targets high-end gaming and content creation workloads. In consumer markets across North America and beyond, these choices reflect how manufacturers balance CPU performance, battery life, graphics capability, and price to meet diverse user needs. [Source: Rozetked]