Very good88/100
- Thunderbolt 4 and fast LAN
- Good performance
- Unobtrusive fan
- Overall low power consumption
- No stand included in the scope of delivery
- Performance not at the highest level
MSI Cubi NUC 1M-003EU
512 GB, 8 GB, Intel Core 3 100U, Intel Arc GraphicsPrice in EUR including VAT
Delivered between Tue, 27.1. and Tue, 3.2.
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The MSI Cubi NUC 1M-003EU is a compact workstation designed for a variety of applications. Equipped with an Intel Core i3 processor from the 100U series and 8 GB of DDR5 RAM, this device offers solid performance for everyday tasks as well as more demanding applications. The integrated Intel Graphics ensures appealing graphics rendering, while the 512 GB SSD provides fast access to data and applications. With Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, the workstation is ready for modern software solutions and offers a user-friendly interface. Its compact design and lightweight make the Cubi NUC ideal for use in offices or as a mobile solution. Additionally, the device supports modern connectivity technologies such as Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3, ensuring a fast and reliable network connection.
- Intel Core i3 processor from the 100U series with up to 4.7 GHz Turbo clock speed
- 8 GB DDR5 RAM for improved performance and efficiency
- 512 GB SSD for fast data access and storage capacity
- Support for Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 for modern connectivity
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports for versatile expansion options.
Graphics card model | Intel Arc Graphics |
Processor family | Core 3 1st Gen |
Video connections | HDMI (2x) |
Network connections | RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (2x) |
PC type | Mini PC |
Exact USB ports | Thunderbolt 4 (2x), USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (4x) |
Item number | 45581188 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
PC type | Mini PC |
Operating system | Windows |
Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Number of processors | 1x |
Processor family | Core 3 1st Gen |
Processor type | Intel Core 3 100U |
Clock frequency | 1.20 GHz |
Max. turbo clock rate | 4.70 GHz |
Max. TDP | 15 W |
Number of processor cores | 6 -Core |
Number of performance cores | 2 -Core |
Clock frequency performance cores | 1.20 GHz |
Max. Turbo Clock frequency Performance Cores | 4.70 GHz |
Number of efficiency cores | 4 -Core |
Clock frequency Efficiency cores | 0.90 GHz |
Max. Turbo Clock frequency Efficiency Cores | 3.30 GHz |
Number of threads | 8 |
Cache | 10 MB |
Memory | 8 GB |
Memory configuration | 1 x 8GB |
Max. supported memory | 64 GB |
Memory type | DDR5 RAM |
RAM speed | 5600 MHz |
Set clock frequency | 5600 MHz |
Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
Number of memory slots | 2 |
Internal connection options | M.2 (2x) |
Disk type | SSD |
Total capacity | 512 GB |
Form factor | M.2 |
SSD capacity | 512 GB |
Further data carrier type | SSD |
Storage capacity | 512 GB |
Motherboard model | NUC Kit |
Chipset | Intel SoC |
Graphics hardware | Integrated graphics |
Graphics card model | Intel Arc Graphics |
Graphics card model | Intel Arc Graphics |
Ethernet controller | Intel I226-V |
Wireless transmission | Wi-Fi |
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Audio channel | Stereo |
PC case model | NUC |
Form factor | Small Form |
USB ports | Thunderbolt 4, USB-A |
Exact USB ports | Thunderbolt 4 (2x), USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (4x) |
Video connections | HDMI (2x) |
Network connections | RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (2x) |
Audio Connections | Headphones, Microphone |
Optical drive type | No drive |
Memory card type | microSD |
Power supply | 120 W |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Length | 13.56 cm |
Width | 13.25 cm |
Height | 5.01 cm |
Weight | 0.63 kg |
Product Safety |
Length | 22.30 cm |
Width | 21.20 cm |
Height | 9.70 cm |
Weight | 1.66 kg |
Specifications may include unverified machine translations.
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30-day right of return
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Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «PC» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 6.Lenovo1,1 %
- 6.Minix1,1 %
- 9.MSI1,2 %
- 10.Geekom1,5 %
- 11.ASUS2 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
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- 1.CSL2 days
- 1.Geekom2 days
- 1.GMKtec2 days
- 4.Dell3 days
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Source: Galaxus- 11.Captiva3 %
- 11.CSL3 %
- 13.MSI3,1 %
- 14.Blackview3,2 %
- 15.Apple3,7 %
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Overall ratingVery good84/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJanuary 2025
Good79/100
- High working speed
- many connections
- energy-saving components
- Somewhat slow SSD access
The MSI Cubi NUC 1 MG-019DE is the best mini PC we have tested to date. The processor delivers enough power for web and office tasks, and the RAM is also generously sized. The access speed of the SSD could be higher, but the MSI impresses with its connections and low power consumption.
This test report belongs to a different type: Cubi NUC 1MG (512 GB, 16 GB, Intel Core 7 150U, Intel UHD Graphics)