Corsair Unveils AI Workstation 300: A Compact Powerhouse for AI Development

Corsair's New Tiny PC Tower Has 128GB RAM and Ryzen AI Max 300

The new Corsair AI Workstation 300 is an AI-optimized ultra-compact workstation that is incredibly small but powerful. This is basically enterprise-class performance packed into a tiny 4.4-liter form factor. This workstation is built on AMD's latest Ryzen AI Max 300 Series platform, scaling all the way up to the flagship Ryzen AI Max+ 395. What's really cool is it uses AMD's XDNA 2 NPU architecture to give you up to 50 TOPS (Trillions of Operations per Second) of on-device AI acceleration. There's up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X unified memory, with 96 GB of that being dynamically usable as VRAM. This is designed for those GPU-class workloads, even without a discrete GPU. The large memory and AMD "Strix Halo" architecture mean you can run some serious AI workflows in this small space. For example, it can run Mistral Large 123B (BF16) and MCP servers locally, which translates into long-context AI stuff without relying on the cloud or separate GPUs. This is a game-changer for anyone dealing with sensitive data or just wanting faster, more private AI development. Close The Corsair AI Workstation 300 also comes with Windows 11 Home, a 1TB NVMe SSD for storage, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.2 for networking. For external connections, you get a good mix of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, USB 4.0 Type-C, a headphone/mic combo jack, and an SD Card 4.0 slot on the front. The back has more USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen Type-A ports, plus another USB 4.0 Type-C. It's powered by a 350W Flex ATX Power Supply. It's optimized for AI and creative workflows, perfect for local LLMs, creative projects, and all sorts of AI development. This will give private, fast, and scalable local inference. Plus, it comes with an integrated AI Software Suite to streamline your engineering and creative workflows. You can adjust the Performance Level Selector to focus on power or speed, depending on what you need to do, without overdoing it unnecessarily. CORSAIR AI WORKSTATION 300 The Corsair AI Workstation 300 is a compact yet powerful system built for AI development and creative tasks. It features an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, Radeon 8060s IGPU with up to 96 GB VRAM, and 128 GB LPDDR5X memory for seamless performance. $2000 at Corsair Expand Collapse According to Thi La, Corsair's CEO, "The launch of the Corsair AI Workstation 300 marks an expansion into one of the fastest‑growing segments of the computing market. We are opening new opportunities and positioning Corsair to benefit from the shift toward client‑side AI." This AI workstation runs pretty small at 171.2 x 110.8 x 23.5mm and weighs 490 grams, but that is likely to separate it from the competition. This size keeps the workstation portable, so you can take this powerhouse with you anywhere. Normally, a smaller package means less airflow, and it will run hotter. Fortunately, the workstation has dual-fan cooling, which is essential for keeping powerful components in a small space from overheating. The Corsair AI Workstation 300 looks like a fantastic piece of kit for anyone serious about AI development or creative work that needs serious local processing power. You can check it out now on Corsair's official website for $2,000. Source: Corsair

Corsair's new decked-out Ryzen mini PC is perfect for AI enthusiasts

The AI Workstation 300 is tiny, but it's packed with the latest AMD processors, tons of storage, and up to 128GB of RAM. Mini PCs are exploding in popularity as an affordable alternative to laptops. Even Corsair is entering the market... though it probably won't appeal to quite the same people. The new AI Workstation 300 is -- you guessed it -- designed for AI developers, powered by a Ryzen AI Max laptop chip and shipping with absolute gobs of memory and storage. The tiny machine (measuring just 247.5mm or 9.7 inches on its longest side) can be equipped with either a Ryzen AI Max 385 or Max+ 395 processor, with 8 or 16 primary cores, respectively. And it maxes out at 128GB of LPDDR5X memory and 4TB of storage (double M.2 2TB). All that power is surprisingly reasonable in terms of price, with the base model going for $1,600 while the upgraded version is $2,000. That said, this isn't Corsair's usual desktop fare aimed at enthusiast gamers. While the Radeon 8050S or 8060S GPUs are pretty powerful for integrated chips, they're still, well, integrated, and so won't even compete with mid-range discrete cards. You also won't be able to upgrade the laptop-based CPU, though that crazy powerhouse will last you quite a while before you'd even want to. Rather, this thing is designed as a tiny and relatively cheap AI workstation. All that RAM can be dynamically split between CPU and GPU for cranking up local large language models, among other AI applications. The open-source Jan AI and AMD's own Amuse interface for Stable Diffusion are called out on the promotional page. With this, Corsair is competing with other small workstation machines, like HP's Z2 Mini G1a, which uses the same Ryzen chips and integrated graphics. While I love the tiny physical design, I have to say that the rear panel is a little underwhelming, with cooling vents crowding out relatively few I/O options. You get single HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C, triple USB-A at various speeds, a headphone jack. On the front you get two more USB-A, one more USB-C, another headphone jack and... an SD card slot. Huh. Corsair says the AI Workstation 300 is available immediately, but less than a day after its launch the US storefront is showing both models as backordered. It looks like plenty of people want this thing.

Corsair's Strix Halo mini PC will set you back $2,300 for the top model, but boring old AI productivity is the name of the game

It's a pricey thing but no Ryzen AI Max+ PCs are cheap, unfortunately. PC hardware news at the moment is flush with all things Strix Halo, AMD's beefy APU, and the latest manufacturer to enter the fray is Corsair. But rather than jamming the massive chip into a handheld device, it's gone down a mini-PC route, with homebrewed AI developers being the target market. When we first learned of AMD's Strix Halo processors, we all assumed they would be purely for gaming, due to the size of the integrated GPU. But when they officially launched under the moniker of Ryzen AI Max, as well as getting our hands on one for testing, it was clear that AI, rather than games, would be the main focus. Corsair's new AI Workstation 300 range of mini-PCs confirms this, not just by virtue of the name, but by the fact that the company doesn't mention gaming once in the marketing fluff. "Powered by AMD Ryzen AI Max 300 Series, it's ready for local LLMs, creative workloads, and AI development. Designed for quiet efficiency and modular flexibility, it elevates productivity for developers, creators, and professionals." From the outside, it just looks like a fairly normal mini-PC. Compact in size, with a handful of front and rear I/O ports, the AI Workstation 300 doesn't appear to be drastically different from the GMKtec Evo-X2 or the Framework Desktop. They all look different, but underneath the pretty exteriors, the hardware specifications are very similar. That's almost certainly down to the limited number of manufacturers offering motherboard solutions for Strix Halo APUs, and I suspect that Corsair didn't want to commission a unique board for something that's likely to be a low-volume seller. Anyway, as things currently stand, Corsair is offering three versions on its site: The CPU side of the APUs is practically the same (the 395 is 100 MHz faster), but the iGPU in the 395 sports 25% more compute units than the 385's. Along with the doubled RAM capacity, it's clearly going to be the preferred variant for AI developers. The $700 higher price tag certainly won't put them off. Having said that, the somewhat disappointing array of I/O ports might make them think twice. You do get two USB4 sockets (one front and rear apiece), but there are only three more USB ports and just two monitor outputs. Networking is handled by 2.5G LAN and Wi-Fi 6E, so they're not cutting-edge either. I guess you're paying $2,300 for the chip and RAM, rather than having something that offers broad connectivity options. As high as that price tag is, it's actually cheaper than a high-end Strix Halo laptop with the same chip, and they don't boast 128 GB of RAM. And while you could get a really good gaming PC for the same money, its graphics card won't have anywhere near as much memory to handle big AI models. It's a niche product for a (currently) niche market, but I kinda admire Corsair for taking a punt on this, especially considering its primary market is gaming. You could certainly use the little AI Workstation 300 for a round or two of your favourite game, but you're only looking at RTX 4060 levels of performance in that aspect. For working on AI, though, you could do far worse.

Compact AI PC: Corsair AI Workstation 300 with Strix Halo APU

Corsair just launched a new compact desktop PC aimed at AI-focused tasks -- the AI Workstation 300. It's a small form factor system that packs AMD's latest Ryzen AI Max processors into a case that measures just 96.5 × 188.4 × 247.5 mm. Despite the size, it's not short on power. The entry-level version includes the eight-core Ryzen AI Max 385 and 64 GB of LPDDR5x-8000 memory, priced around $1,599. If you want more muscle, there's an option with the 16-core Ryzen AI Max+ 395, which pushes the price to about $2,299. A fully equipped setup with 128 GB of RAM and a 4 TB NVMe SSD reaches roughly $2,024. This machine isn't designed for gaming -- it's built with AI workloads in mind. It comes preloaded with Corsair's AI Software Suite. That includes Amuse AI, which uses Stable Diffusion and AMD Super Resolution to generate images, and Jan AI, an offline voice assistant based on open-source models like Llama 3 and Mistral. These tools help the system serve as a local AI development box without relying on cloud access. The AI Workstation 300 shares its design roots with Sixunited's Strix Halo Mini ITX form factor, recently used in similar builds. The included 350 W internal Flex ATX power supply is more than enough to run these APUs without needing an external brick, which is a nice touch for a desktop setup. And while it's a small machine, Corsair didn't skimp on connectivity. Up front, there's an SD 4.0 card reader, a USB4 port, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. Around back, it features HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, a second USB4 port, another USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2.5 GbE Ethernet, and an additional audio jack. All in all, Corsair's AI Workstation 300 seems geared toward developers, engineers, and power users who need local AI performance in a tight space. It's not cheap, but the hardware and software package makes it a unique option if you're building AI workflows or running local LLMs and image models. It's a system that skips the GPU in favor of leveraging AMD's latest APU tech with a focus on onboard AI acceleration and energy-efficient compute power.

Corsair launches AI Workstation 300: rocks AMD Strix Halo APU, up to 128GB RAM, starts at $1600

TL;DR: Corsair's new AI Workstation 300 features AMD Ryzen AI Max+ Strix Halo APUs, up to 128GB LPDDR5X RAM, Radeon 8060 graphics, and 4TB Gen4 SSD storage, optimized for AI workloads. It includes Corsair's AI Software Suite and offers versatile I/O options, delivering powerful performance for AI professionals. Corsair has just launched its new AI Workstation 300 PC which features AMD's new Ryzen AI Max+ "Strix Halo" APUs, a new SFF desktop PC that packs up to 128GB of RAM, powerful Radeon 8060 graphics, and 4TB of Gen4 SSD storage. The new Corsair AI Workstation 300 starts off at $1600 which gives you the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 which features 12 cores and 24 threads of Zen 5 processing power, 64GB of RAM and a 1TB Gen4 SSD. The flagship specs come inside of the $2300 model that features the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 with 16 cores and 32 threads, the flagship Strix Halo APU, a huge 128GB of RAM and bigger 4TB SSD. Corsair builds its AI Workstation 300 into the same chassis designed by SIXUNITED, who recently also launched their new Strix Halo APU-ready motherboards, with the system featuring LPDDR5X-8000 RAM (64GB or 128GB), meaning the new Corsair AI Workstation 300 is optimized for more AI workloads. Corsair is pushing heavily into the AI side of things with its AI Workstation 300 (it's in the name, pretty obvious) with the system shipping with Corsair's in-house AI Software Suite which includes Amuse AI, which is an image generator based on Stable Diffusion and AMD Super Resolution. The suite includes Jan AI which is an open-source AI assistant based on Llama 3 and Mistral. On the I/O side of things, Corsair has more of the big ones covered with the AI Workstation 300 system featuring 1 x USB4 Type-C port, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, and an SD 4.0 card reader on the front. Next to those ports you'll also find the power button, Performance Level Selector, and headphone / mic combo jack. On the rear of the Corsair AI Workstation 300 we find 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 port ready for higher-end monitors and TVs, a DisplayPort 1.4 port, another USB4 Type-C port, another USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A port, a 2.5GbE ethernet port, and another 3.5mm microphone / combo jack.

CORSAIR Unveils AI Workstation 300, Starting At $1599, Boasting Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Processor And Up To 128 GB LPDDR5X Memory

Both CORSAIR and SIXUNITED have launched their custom Ryzen Strix Halo-based AI workstation mini PCs, and both have identical chassis. Today, AMD announced its latest Adrenalin Edition Preview Driver that unlocks the support for 128B parameters locally and in the same tweet, mentions various hardware manufacturers that provide Strix Halo-based AI workstation systems. Surprisingly, we have CORSAIR in the list alongside popular laptop and mini PC manufacturers like HP, ASUS, and Framework. On the official website, CORSAIR has silently unveiled its first AI Workstation PC. This is the CORSAIR AI Workstation 300 mini PC, which deploys some of the best Zen 5-based Strix Halo APUs inside for high compute power. The machine brings either the Ryzen AI Max 385, which is an 8-core/16-thread processor, featuring the Radeon 8050S iGPU, or the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, which is the flagship 16-core/32-thread processor with the strongest RDNA 3.5-based Radeon 8060S iGPU. The AI Workstation 300 brings up to 128 GB LPDDR5X memory, clocked at 8000 MT/s, and has a dual SSD NVMe SSD slots. Packed with a 350W Flex ATX power supply, the AI workstation 300 is ready to start crunching large numbers and carry out AI workloads out of the box. Interestingly, we found that CORSAIR isn't the only manufacturer to bring an AI workstation mini PC with the case design shown above. SIXUNITED, a Chinese manufacturer, also launched its AI workstation mini PC called XB35-H02/03-BQ, which offers an identical case, which means both manufacturers have likely outsourced the chassis from a single manufacturer. Unlike the CORSAIR AI Workstation 300, the XB35 has two versions: one is the H02, which comes with up to a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, bringing a Radeon 8060S onboard, and the other is the 03-BQ, which provides a Radeon RX 7600 XT dedicated graphics card with a TDP rating of up to 175W. It supports dual SSDs and comes with two different memory options (LPDDR5 and 2x DDR5 SO-DIMM). However, if you take a quick look at other aspects, such as the built-in power supply and the connectivity, both are identical. Putting them side by side shows a difference in branding only, and we have the exact same number of ports on both at the front and rear. While the pricing of the SIXUNITED XB35-H02/03-BQ is not disclosed yet, the CORSAIR AI Workstation 300 starts at $1599 for the Ryzen AI Max 385, 64 GB LPDDR5X, and 1 TB configuration. With the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, the PC costs $1999 but has 128 GB LPDDR5X memory. If you opt for the 2+2 TB SSD configuration, the price goes up to $2299.