Best Expandable Mini PC Under $500?

In this video, I review the MinisForum NAB9 Pro, the most expandable mini PC under $500. Powered by an Intel Core i9-12900HK and featuring both OCuLink and USB4, this compact desktop delivers impressive performance for productivity, content creation, and even gaming—especially when paired with a dedicated GPU like the RX 7700 XT. I compare it to the UN1290, Geekom A8, AceMagic W1, and even the Apple M4 Mac Mini, covering benchmarks like Cinebench, PugetBench, Blender, and 3DMark Night Raid. If you're looking for a budget-friendly, upgradeable mini PC, this one might be your perfect starting point. More Info - https://store.minisforum.com/pages/5-year-milestone-sale Products Highlighted (Affiliate Links): MinisForum NAB9 Plus - https://amzn.to/3TD5IZQ MinisForum DEG1 Oculink Dock - https://amzn.to/4ei074X Timecodes: 00:00 - Opener 01:02 - Specs & Features 03:37 - Performance Testing 07:33 - Adding Dedicated Graphics 08:42 - Performance Improvements 11:29 - Gaming Performance 12:44 - Power and Thermal Efficiency 14:46 - Noise Profile 15:35 - Final Thoughts Find me on Social Media Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elevatedsystems X: https://x.com/elevatedsystem1 My Studio Equipment (Paid Links) Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K Pro - https://amzn.to/3tA6ScP Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 - https://amzn.to/2VjqKSR Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ300 - https://amzn.to/2WJnxw6 Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Art DC HSM Lens - https://amzn.to/3quDgM0 Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens -https://amzn.to/3uv13Of Panasonic LUMIX G Lens, 25mm, F1.7 - https://amzn.to/3A9f9Vi Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Tripod - https://amzn.to/3GxsGJH Neewer 72.4-Inch Camera Tripod - https://amzn.to/3fsRuqU SMALLRIG Parabolic Softbox - https://amzn.to/3Hyvbxt SmallRig RC 120D COB Light - https://amzn.to/3S9Grp4 Kshioe Softbox Lighting Kit - https://amzn.to/3A5vZEq Neewer Camera Slider Motorized - https://amzn.to/3ltX54e Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Mic - https://amzn.to/3fziRPv SAMSON Q2U Dynamic Microphone - https://amzn.to/3ikExBe Sennheiser XS Wireless Lavalier System - https://amzn.to/3ilSIpA PreSonus Eris E3.5 Studio Monitor - https://amzn.to/3CcVx4d Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB DAC - https://amzn.to/3ZmyOOO Gator Frameworks Deluxe Boom Stand - https://amzn.to/3fs7Os3 Glide Gear TMP100 Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CdgIDy GLEAM Microphone Stand - https://amzn.to/3A4dth5 Davinci Resolve 17 & Speed Editor - https://amzn.to/3fsECRG AVerMedia Live Gamer ULTRA - https://amzn.to/3CCH5nV Apple 2022 Mac Studio - https://amzn.to/3GXW6mS LG 40WP95C-W 40” 5K2K Display - https://amzn.to/3ZtiiN6 INNOCN 15.6" OLED Portable Monitor. - https://amzn.to/3jEOqgu BenQ ScreenBar Halo - https://amzn.to/3XpUZ52 Audio file(s) provided by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com