Running massive AI models has traditionally meant either relying on cloud services or building a sprawling workstation with multiple GPUs. CHUWI’s newest mini PC rewrites that equation. The company has unveiled the UniBox AI495 Pro, a compact workstation built around AMD’s flagship Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor—codenamed Gorgon Halo—that delivers enterprise-grade AI capability in a 2.9-liter chassis.
The Memory That Changes Everything
The headline feature of the UniBox AI495 Pro is its 192GB of unified LPDDR5X-8533 memory, operating on a 256-bit interface with 273GB/s of bandwidth.Of this, up to 160GB can be allocated directly as VRAM to the integrated Radeon 8065S graphics.That’s enough memory to load and run AI models with up to 300 billion parameters at 4-bit quantization—completely offline, without sending a single prompt to the cloud.
To put that in perspective, the previous generation Strix Halo platform topped out at 235B-parameter models.With the UniBox AI495 Pro, developers can now run models like Baidu’s ERNIE 4.5 300B or MiniMax-M3 locally on their desks, keeping all data on-premises for maximum security and privacy.
Under the Hood: AMD’s Gorgon Halo
At the core of the machine sits AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495, a 16-core, 32-thread Zen 5 processor with a base clock of 3.1GHz and boost speeds reaching 5.2GHz.The chip is built on a 4nm process and features 80MB of cache, with a TDP ranging from 55W to a peak of 160W.
The integrated Radeon 8065S GPU, based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, packs 40 compute units clocked at up to 3.0GHz.According to benchmarks, this iGPU performs between an RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 laptop GPU, enabling 1080p gaming at maximum details in demanding titles.
On the AI front, the chip’s XDNA 2 NPU delivers 55 TOPS of dedicated AI inference performance. Combined with CPU and GPU contributions, the total system AI compute reaches 131 TOPS—meeting Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC standard.
Connectivity and Expandability
Despite its diminutive footprint of just 209.6 × 209.6 × 67mm,the UniBox AI495 Pro offers a connectivity suite that rivals full-sized workstations:
- Dual 10GbE RJ-45 ports for high-speed networking
- Two USB4 ports rated at up to 40Gbps
- An OCuLink connector for external GPU expansion
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 support
- Three M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slots for storage expansion
X-Frame Design Language
The UniBox AI495 Pro distinguishes itself visually with an X-shaped metal frame design—a signature aesthetic that breaks from the generic rectangular boxes that dominate the mini PC market.CHUWI describes this as a statement of professionalism and power, matching the machine’s “Agent Computer” positioning.
Positioning and Availability
CHUWI is also launching a lower-tier UniBox AI395 alongside the Pro, featuring the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (Strix Halo) with 128GB of memory and support for up to 235B-parameter models.Both machines ship with Windows 11 Pro, a 2TB SSD, and a 240W power adapter.
CHUWI has not yet announced pricing or availability for either model.
Summary
The CHUWI UniBox AI495 Pro represents a significant milestone in the democratization of local AI. By combining AMD’s most powerful Gorgon Halo processor with 192GB of unified memory in a 2.9-liter chassis, CHUWI has created a machine that can handle 300B-parameter models entirely offline—something that previously required cloud infrastructure or massive, power-hungry workstations.For developers, researchers, and enterprises concerned with data privacy, low latency, and complete control over their AI workloads, the UniBox AI495 Pro makes the “Agent Computer” vision a tangible reality.
