Minisforum at IFA 2025: N5 NAS Wins Prestigious Award
The IFA 2025 in Berlin once again became the focal point of the global technology industry. Companies from around the world gathered to showcase their latest innovations in artificial intelligence, edge computing, and the future of both home and enterprise solutions. From AI-powered smart homes to next-generation personal computing devices, IFA 2025 offered a panoramic view of the industry’s direction.
Amid this global showcase, Minisforum stood out with its latest achievement in intelligent storage—the AI NAS N5 Pro, which secured an international award and became one of the highlights of the exhibition.


IFA 2025: Where Intelligence Meets AI
At IFA 2025, AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA each unveiled their latest generations of processors and GPUs, continuing to strengthen local AI computing and energy efficiency.
Against this backdrop of AI-driven momentum, Minisforum introduced several breakthrough products, particularly its AI Mini PCs and AI NAS solutions, which captured significant attention at the event.
Minisforum’s New Lineup at IFA 2025
At IFA 2025, Minisforum showcased its next-generation strategy for combining AI computing with intelligent storage. The company’s key product debuts included:
· Minisforum MS-S1 MAX
A flagship high-performance AI mini workstation, powered by the top-tier AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor. It supports up to 128GB of LPDDR5X unified high-speed memory, along with a rich set of modern interfaces such as 80Gbps USB4 V2, a PCIe x16 slot, and dual 10G LAN ports.
· Minisforum G1 Pro
A compact system designed with gaming in mind. It comes with the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX processor and an RTX 50-series discrete GPU, delivering powerful gaming performance in a small form factor.
· Minisforum G7 Pro
Another gaming-oriented mini PC featuring the RTX 50-series GPU, but built on the Intel platform. It uses the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and offers dual M.2 slots, USB4, Wi-Fi 7, an SD card reader, and other versatile connectivity options.
Minisforum N5 NAS: An Award-Winning Highlight of IFA 2025
At IFA 2025, Minisforum’s AI NAS N5 Pro was honored with the “AI Storage Technology Innovation Award.” This milestone not only marks another breakthrough for Minisforum beyond the AI PC category but also underscores the company’s distinctive innovation in intelligent storage.
Key strengths of the N5 Pro include:
- AI-Powered Smart Storage Management
With integrated AI algorithms, the N5 Pro automates tasks such as file categorization, image recognition, and data retrieval—greatly improving productivity for both individuals and teams. - High-Performance Hardware Design
Built with a powerful processor and a scalable storage architecture, the N5 Pro supports multiple drive expansions, making it ideal for users who need large capacity and fast data transfers. - Versatile Applications
From serving as a media hub for home users to acting as a file collaboration platform for small businesses, the N5 Pro delivers robust performance in a compact, efficient form. - Design and User Experience
Carrying forward Minisforum’s minimalist design ethos, the N5 Pro combines powerful features with an elegant look and user-friendly experience.
The N5 Pro stood out at IFA 2025 because it successfully brings the concept of “AI + Storage” into practical use—not only solving efficiency challenges in data management but also delivering an intelligent experience for users.
Looking Ahead
IFA 2025 highlighted the dawn of a new era: AI is no longer just an accelerator for computing—it is now reshaping storage, collaboration, and everyday life. With the recognition of the N5 Pro, Minisforum has reinforced its position as an innovator—expanding its footprint in AI PCs while also breaking new ground in intelligent storage.
As AI and hardware become increasingly intertwined, products like the N5 Pro will gradually become indispensable in both work and daily life.
Minisforum’s award is not only a validation of the product itself but also a testament to the company’s long-term commitment to innovation.