ACEMAGIC Retro X3 mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 and Radeon 780M graphics launched , now available for preorder in China at CNY 1,899 (~$275).
ACEMAGIC Retro X3 Specs
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU | Ryzen 7 H 255, 8C/16T, 4.9GHz |
| GPU | Radeon 780M, 12 CUs, RDNA 3 |
| Memory | Dual DDR5-5600 SODIMM |
| Storage | Dual M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 |
| Price | CNY 1,899 (~$275 barebones) |
Budget Gaming PC
ACEMAGIC promoted Retro X3 via Weibo, following Retro X5 reveal. Unlike X5 which uses Ryzen AI chip, X3 opts for Zen 4 architecture—offering affordable computing in compact 128 x 128 x 44mm chassis.
Ryzen 7 H 255 delivers 8 cores, 16 threads with 4.9GHz boost. Radeon 780M based on RDNA 3 features 12 compute units—explore mini PCs at Technosports.
Tool-Free Upgrades
Side release buttons open cover for easy storage and memory access. Dual DDR5-5600 SODIMM and dual M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD slots provide expandability.
Premium Connectivity
Ports:
- Front USB-C 40Gbps
- HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.0
- 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
- Six USB Type-A ports
No NPU
Retro X3 lacks Neural Processing Unit, focusing on CPU/GPU performance for traditional tasks rather than AI workloads. Contrasts with Retro X5’s Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 featuring integrated NPU.
Zen 4 vs Zen 5
While flagship X5 uses Zen 5 cores via Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, X3 uses Zen 4 targeting affordable capability without latest-gen premium.
Comparison:
- X3: Ryzen 7 H 255, no NPU, budget
- X5: Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, 50 TOPS NPU, AI-powered
Pricing & Availability
China pricing: 1,899 RMB (~$273) barebones. No global availability confirmed yet, though ACEMAGIC typically expands internationally following China launch.
Target Audience
X3 targets affordable computing for office work, multimedia, light gaming, and everyday tasks. Barebones configuration allows RAM/storage customization based on budget.
