Taiwan-based technology giant MSI has launched the updated version of its compact desktop gaming PC series, the MPG Trident AS, in the Chinese market. The new model retains the series’ traditional small chassis but features significant hardware upgrades.

MSI unveils its mini gaming PC

The PC stands out with Intel’s next-generation Core Ultra 7-265F processor and NVIDIA’s latest RTX 50 series graphics cards. The system runs Windows 11 Home Edition.

The MPG Trident AS is equipped with high-performance components. The processor features a 20-core, 20-thread Intel Core Ultra 7-265F processor with a turbo boost speed of up to 5.3 GHz and 30 MB of smart cache. The system’s base memory is 32 GB of DDR5 RAM, while a 1 TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD is used for storage.

Users can choose between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti graphics cards. Both Blackwell-based graphics cards feature 8GB of GDDR7 memory. These cards support the latest technologies such as DLSS 4, Nvidia Reflex 2, and ray tracing, and offer up to 614 TOPS of AI computing performance.

All these powerful components are housed in the computer’s 396.57 x 137.06 x 410.39 mm chassis. The case’s power supply is rated 500W 80 Plus. On the cooling front, MSI utilizes its Silent Storm cooling system, which separates airflow between the CPU, GPU, and PSU compartments. The case is available with either tempered glass or black metal side panels. Connection options are extensive.

The front panel features one USB-C, one USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, and one USB-A 2.0 port, along with a 3.5mm audio jack. The rear panel features two USB-A 10Gbps and USB-A 2.0 ports, a single USB-C port, two 3.5mm audio jacks, and an S/PDIF out port. The system also features a B860M motherboard with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and 2.5G Ethernet support.

MSI has also announced pricing for the MPG Trident AS mini gaming PC. The RTX 5060 configuration carries a price tag of $1,624. If users opt for the higher-performance RTX 5060 Ti, the price rises to $1,849.