ASUS Mini PC PN53(Barebone)

The ASUS Mini PN53 boasts the latest AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processors, offering robust performance for demanding workloads. With support for high-speed DDR5 memory, it ensures efficient data access and overall system speed. Its compact size makes it a space-efficient choice, particularly suitable for applications like home theater setups where traditional PCs may be impractical.

 

At the front of the unit, a convenient array of features and ports is situated for quick and easy access. On this side, you will find the following:

1x  Power Button
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Support display output & Power Delivery [PD]
1 x Combo Mic/ Headphone Audio jack
1x HDD LED

In terms of connectivity, the mini PC features MediaTek MT7922 Wi-Fi 6E 160Mhz (802.11ax) networking, ensuring stable and high-speed data transfers even in crowded network environments. Additionally, it includes a USB-C port with Power Delivery support, enabling versatile functionality such as data transfer, power delivery, and DisplayPort capabilities—all through a single cable. The ASUS Mini PN53 is a versatile and compact solution, excelling in performance and connectivity for a variety of tasks and environments where space is a crucial factor.

1 x USB 4 Type-C Support power delivery and display up to 4K resolution at 60Hz
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x HDMI 2.1 display up to 8K resolution at 30Hz
1 x Realtek Gaming LAN 2.5Gbe
1 x DC-in
1 x Display port 1.4 Support up to 8K resolution at 30Hz

On the side, you’ll notice a series of ventilation holes designed to enhance heat dissipation, promoting effective heat management within the unit.

Streamlining the upgrade process, it allows for easy enhancements to memory and storage. Achieving this is a straightforward task—simply unscrew the four bolts located on the device’s underside and then lift up the top side.

A wireless module, visible on the right side, contributes to the mini PC’s connectivity features. This hardware configuration is designed to deliver robust performance, swift data access, and efficient wireless connectivity.

The top section, connected by a PCIe flat cable, features an additional M.2 PCIe SSD socket and a slot designed to accommodate a 2.5-inch SATA drive, as long as its thickness does not exceed 7.5mm. It’s essential to note that the SATA drive is not included in the package and is depicted for reference purposes only. This configuration allows users the flexibility to expand storage capacity by adding their preferred M.2 PCIe SSD or a compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive within the specified dimensions.

We have insert a single Crucial 16 GB 4800Mhz DDR5 memory modules for enhanced data access speed. Additionally, it includes a 1TB AData XPG PCIe 4.0 SSD, featuring a thermal pad to aid in effective heat dissipation, crucial for maintaining optimal SSD performance.

 

Technical Specifications:

Notice: Our review PN53 unit do not include SSD, Ram and OS.

Dimensions
120 x 130 x 58 mm (WxDxH) [0.9L]
Processor
AMD Ryzen 9 7735HS – Cores 8 / 16 Threads
Memory
Crucial 16GB DDR5 4800Mhz Single Channel
Graphics
AMD Radeon Graphics RNA2 680M
Storage
ADATA XPG NVMe 1.4 PCI-E Gen 4
Network
MediaTek MT7299 Wireless 802.11AX (WiFi 6E) + Realtek Gaming 2.5 Gbe LAN
OS Support
Windows 11/Linux
Warranty
3 Years on-site
SRP
$809

We will be running comparing three systems side by side with a AMD 5600G desktop grade computer.

	SYSTEM 1	SYSTEM 2	System 3
Model	PN53-B 2022 model	DIY Computer	PN53 -2023 model
Motherboard	ASUS	ASUS ROG STRIX B550-I GAMING	ASUS
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX – 8 Cores/16 Threads	AMD Ryzen 5 5600G – 6 Cores/12Threads	AMD Ryzen 7 7753HS – 8 Cores/16 Threads
Ram	TeamGroup DDR5 5200Mhz 16GB	G.Skill Neo DDR4 3600Mhz 16GB	Crucial 16 DDR5 4800Mhz
GPU	AMD RDNA2 -12CU Radeon 680M	AMD Vega 7 -7CU Radeon Vega [Overclocked 2200Mhz]	AMD RDNA2 -12CU Radeon 680M
SSD	WD PC SN530 512GB PCI-E 3 NVME	Crucial P2 512GB PCIE-3 NVME	ADATA XPG 1TB PCI-E 3 NVME
OS	Microsoft Windows 11 Pro 22H2	Microsoft Windows 11 Pro 22H2	Microsoft Windows 11 Pro 22H3
Bios	1.0.1.00	2803	2.1

 

AMD Ryzen 7 7753HS, originating from the Rembrandt generation. This processor is built with eight cores rooted in the Zen 3+ microarchitecture, operating at a stable base clock speed of 3.2 GHz and a Turbo speed of up to 4.75 GHz. It also supports SMT/Hyperthreading, enabling a total of 16 threads.

 

Benchmark

 

Cinebench R23

Improvements to Cinebench Release 20 reflect the overall advancements to CPU and rendering technology in recent years, providing a more accurate measurement of Cinema 4D‘s ability to take advantage of multiple CPU cores and modern processor features available to the average user

CineBench R23
	Single Core	Multi Core
ASUS PN53-B 2022 Model	1505	11797
ASUS DIY 5600G	1426	10905
ASUS PN53 – 2023 Model	1464	11320

Cinebench R24

 

Passmark Benchmark

PassMark runs heavy mathematical calculations that stress the CPU’s performance at compression, encryption, and physics-related tasks.

 

PassMark
	CPU	2D	3D	Memory	Disk	Score
ASUS PN53-B – 2022 Model	24651.6	867	5069.4	2704.1	17088.8	6338.7
ASUS DIY 5600G	2112.6	666	2794.3	3222.8	15357.7	5267.7
ASUS PN53 – 2023 Model	20807.1	522	3252.4	2178.5	25179.3	4365.6

 

3Dmark Advanced Edition

3DMark includes everything you need to benchmark your PC and mobile devices in one app. Whether you’re gaming on a smartphone, tablet, notebook, or a desktop gaming PC, 3DMark includes a benchmark designed specifically for your hardware.

3DMark Advanced Edition – CPU Profile
	1 Thread	2 Threads	4 Threads	8 Threads	16 Threads	Max Threads
ASUS PN53-B – 2022 Model	932	1781	3429	5656	6224	6160
ASUS DIY 5600G	882	1734	3422	5208	5609	5654
ASUS PN53 – 2023 Model	671	1242	2087	3929	6287	6302