MSI Cubi 5 12M Intel Core I7 1255U Barebone NUC SFF Mini Computer HTPC NO RAM NO

Cubi 5 12M: The Energy Efficient Mini-PC

The MSI Cubi 5 12M is a small yet powerful mini-desktop with an incredibly compact 0.7L design suitable for commercial office work or use as home-theatre/entertainment PC (supports UHD/4K 60Hz display output & triple-monitor setups).

The Cubi 5 12M i7 1255U BB is a barebone system equipped with an Intel 12th Gen Core i7-1255U processor, but does not include required DDR4 memory, storage, or software. Features Intel Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.

The easy-to-upgrade SFF case can house both M.2 (with auto switch) & 2.5-inch SSD storage, as well as up to 64 GB of system memory (2 x DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMMs), and is VESA-mountable for a cleaner desktop.

Thanks to its cooling-optimized layout and low-noise fan, the MSI Cubi 5 12M is not only an energy-efficient computing solution but is also very quiet, running at a whisper-level 28 dBA while in idle mode.

Front & rear I/O include dual Intel 2.5Gbps and 1Gbps ethernet LAN, Mic-in, Headphones-out, Thunderbolt 4 and 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports.

Specs




Processor


Processor manufacturer

The manufacturer that produced the processor.

Intel


Processor family

A family of processors is a group of processors produced by one company over a short period of time e.g. Intel Pentium processors.

Intel® Core™ i7


Processor generation
th gen Intel® Core™ i7


Processor model

The model number for the processor in a computer.

i7-1255U


Processor cores

The number of central processing units ('cores') in a processor. Some processors have 1 core, others have 2 (e.g. Intel Core Duo) or more (e.g. the Intel Xeon E7-2850 has 10 cores).



Processor threads



Processor boost frequency

The turbo boost is an automatic, managed accelleration of the processor when one of the cores is overloaded.

4.7 GHz


Performance cores

2


Efficient cores

8


Built-in processor

Whether or not a processor is built into the device.




Processor lithography

The process which is performed by the processor e.g. CPU (Central Processing Unit).
nm


Performance-core boost frequency

4.7 GHz


Efficient-core boost frequency

3.5 GHz


Processor cache
MB


Thermal Design Power (TDP)
W


Memory


Memory slots type

A memory slot, also known as a memory socket or RAM slot, is what allows computer memory (RAM) to be inserted into the computer. Depending on the motherboard, there will usually be 2 to 4 memory slots (sometimes more on high-end motherboards). The most common types of RAM are SDRAM and DDR for desktop computers and SODIMM for laptop computers, each having various types and speeds.

SO-DIMM


Number of memory slots

2


Maximum internal memory

The maximum internal memory which is available in the product.

64 GB


Supported memory clock speeds

Memory clock speed is the time it takes for a computer to complete basic operations. It refers to the computer's processing speed and is measured in hertz. It is however not such a reliable measure of a computer's speed as it doesn't take into account other factors like RAM and cache size.

3200 MHz


Memory channels

Dual-channel


Storage


Supported storage drive types

The type of storage drives the device is compatible with.

HDD & SSD


Storage drive sizes supported

The sizes of storage drives that can be used with the product.

2.5, M.2


SSD form factor

The size of the solid-state drive, given in inches

2.5"


Storage drive interface

Where the storage device links with other parts of the product, or an external device.

M.2, Serial ATA III


NVMe

NVM Express (NVMe) or Non-Volatile Memory Host Controller Interface Specification (NVMHCIS) is an open logical device interface specification for accessing non-volatile storage media attached via a PCI Express (PCIe) bus. NVM Express, as a logical device interface, has been designed to capitalize on the low latency and internal parallelism of solid-state storage devices.




Number of storage drives supported

How many storage drives can be fit into the product at once.

2


Graphics


On-board graphics card

Graphics hardware which is built into the motherboard or CPU, as opposed to a separate graphics adapter (video card). On-board graphics uses CPU and RAM for graphics processing.




Graphics card family

Intel


On-board graphics card model

"Graphic adapter" is the hardware that produces images on a display. "On-board" means that the graphics adapter is intergrated inside the motherboard.

Intel Iris Xe Graphics


Number of displays supported

The number of displays that can be used with this product.

3


Audio


Built-in speaker(s)

The device contains speaker(s) to produce sound.




Network


Top Wi-Fi standard

Connection of this device is done via Wi-Fi in a high standard.

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)


Wi-Fi standards

The type of wireless local area network (LAN). It can be ad-hoc, where units in a network communicate peer-to-peer, or Infrastructure, where units communicate with each other via an access point A LAN interconnects computers in a small area e.g. home, school or office.

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)


WLAN controller model

Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211


Ethernet LAN

An Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) interface is present, for a wired conection via a cable.




Wi-Fi

Popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the internet wirelessly using radio waves.




LAN controller

Realtek RTL8111H, Realtek RTL8125-BG, Realtek RTL8125-CG


Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a low-power radio technology developed to replace the cables and wires currently used to link or connect electronic devices such as personal computers, printers, and a wide variety of handheld devices including mobile phones. Because it uses radio-wave connectivity, a Bluetooth-enabled device has a constant, established connection to whatever browser it uses. This saves the user the trouble of logging on to check for emails or news updates, for example.




Bluetooth version

The type of bluetooth technology in the product e.g. Bluetooth Smart (v4.0).

5.3


Ports & interfaces


USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity

4


USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity

Number of USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) ports with Type-C connector. USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) is USB interface version which supports transfer rate up to 10 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed+). USB Type-C connector has symmetrical design architecture and compatible with Thunderbolt 3 interface.

1


HDMI ports quantity

The number of sockets (ports) for HDMI connections. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed video data and compressed/uncompressed digital audio data from a HDMI-compliant device ("the source device") to a compatible computer monitor, video projector, digital television, or digital audio device. HDMI is a digital replacement for existing analog video standards.

1


HDMI version

2.0b


DVI port

Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is a video display interface to connect a video source to a display device, such as a computer monitor.




DisplayPorts quantity

Number of DisplayPorts. A DisplayPort is a digital display interface developed by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). The interface is primarily used to connect a video source to a display device such as a computer monitor, though it can also be used to carry audio, USB, and other forms of data.

1



Ports & interfaces


DisplayPort version

1.4


Combo headphone/mic port




Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports allow a computer to connect to the ethernet.

2


Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity

1


DC-in jack

The socket/plug where the DC electricity supply connects to the device.




Expansion slots


Number of M.2 (M) slots

1


Design


Chassis type

The type of rigid framework onto which is the hosuing for device components.

0.66L sized PC


Product colour

The colour e.g. red, blue, green, black, white.

Black


Cooling type

The method used to cool the device or to cool the air around the device.

Active


On/off switch

The button which is pressed to switch the device on or off.




LED indicators




VESA mounting




Panel mounting interface

The product can be used wih VESA mounting interfaces.
0 x 100 mm


Product type

The sub-category of the product.

Mini PC barebone


Performance


Motherboard form factor

Design of the motherboard (ATX, BTX etc).

NUC


Motherboard chipset

The chipset connects the microprocessor to the rest of the motherboard.

Intel SoC


Number of processors supported

The quantity of processors which can be used by the product.

1


Certificates


Certification

FCC, CB/CE, UL & CUL, VCCI, RCM


Software


Operating system installed

Type of operating system on a device e.g. IOS on Apple devices, Android for mobile devices.




Power


Power supply type

The type of power supply which this product uses.

External AC adapter


Power supply

The way in which the product is powered e.g. rechargeable battery, mains electricity connected via a plug and cable.

65 W


Number of power supply units

1


Operational conditions


Operating temperature (T-T)

The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.

0 - 35 °C


Storage temperature (T-T)

The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.

-20 - 60 °C


Operating relative humidity (H-H)

0 - 85%


Storage relative humidity (H-H)

0 - 90%


Weight & dimensions


Width

The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
4 mm


Depth

The distance from the front to the back of something.
4 mm


Height

The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.

53.7 mm


Weight

Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.

590 g


Package width

The distance from one side of the packaging to the other.

221 mm


Package depth

The distance from the front to the back of the packaging.

506 mm


Package height

The distance from the top to the bottom of the packaging.

469 mm


Package weight

Weight of the packaged product.

1.33 kg


Packaging content


Power cord included




AC adapter included




Quick start guide

Instructions, either online, as a computer program or in paper form, to allow you to set up and start using the product quickly.




Drivers included




Display included

This product includes a display.




Mouse included

A mouse is included with this product.




Keyboard included

A keyboard is part of the bundle/set.




Other features


Country of origin

Country where the device is made. Aka Country of manufacture (COM).

China


Warranty period

2 year(s)

MSI Cubi 5 12M Intel Core I7 1255U Barebone NUC SFF Mini Computer HTPC NO RAM NO