Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11 vs MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

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Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

Core Ultra 5 226V, 16GB LPDDR5X, 512GB SSD, Black, US

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MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

Core Ultra 9 285HX barebone

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1Is it fast for normal work?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • WebXPRT 4 272 points
  • Everyday responsiveness Adequate everyday speed
  • Geekbench 6 single-core Not available
  • Geekbench 6 multi-core Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • WebXPRT 4 Not available
  • Everyday responsiveness Not available
  • Geekbench 6 single-core 2957 points
  • Geekbench 6 multi-core 17992 points

2Can it handle sustained work?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • Cinebench 2024 multi-core 569 points
  • Sustained CPU cooling rating Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • Cinebench 2024 multi-core Not available
  • Sustained CPU cooling rating 100 W sustained

3Can it game?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • 3DMark Steel Nomad Light 2791 points
  • Shadow of the Tomb Raider with RTX 5060 Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • 3DMark Steel Nomad Light Not available
  • Shadow of the Tomb Raider with RTX 5060 121 fps

4Is it loud or hot?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • Sustained-load sound level 35 dBA
  • Sustained CPU temperature 70 C
  • Idle acoustics 29 dBA idle
  • Idle noise Not available
  • CPU stress noise Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • Sustained-load sound level Not available
  • Sustained CPU temperature Not available
  • Idle acoustics Not available
  • Idle noise 35 dBA
  • CPU stress noise 36 to 39 dBA

5How much electricity does it use?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • Sustained-load wall power 52 W
  • Idle wall power Not available
  • CPU stress wall power Not available
  • 25GbE adapter power Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • Sustained-load wall power Not available
  • Idle wall power 18.3 to 20.6 W
  • CPU stress wall power 145 W
  • 25GbE adapter power 8 to 12 W

6Can I upgrade and connect everything?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • Memory is upgradeable No
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • USB4 is present Yes
  • Dual storage slots 2x M.2 2280
  • Network and display ports Dual 2.5GbE plus USB4
  • Internal expansion Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • Memory is upgradeable Yes
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • USB4 is present Yes
  • Dual storage slots Not available
  • Network and display ports Not available
  • Internal expansion 4x M.2 and 3x PCIe

7Is it good value?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • Manufacturer price $749.99
  • Amazon availability No exact ASIN found
  • Barebone list price Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • Manufacturer price Not available
  • Amazon availability Not available
  • Barebone list price $1,449

8Will it be dependable?

Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • US limited warranty 1 year
  • Serviceability limits Storage serviceable; RAM fixed
  • Setup complexity Not available
  • Seller warranty Not available

MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • US limited warranty Not available
  • Serviceability limits Not available
  • Setup complexity Manual tuning recommended
  • Seller warranty 2 years

References

  1. Acer. Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11 Tech Specs. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: RB102-LNL-UR11, part DT.BQHAA.001: Core Ultra 5 226V, 16GB LPDDR5X, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, Black, US

    Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications, current price, availability, and limited-warranty link.

  2. ComputerBase. Acer Revo RB102 im Test: Mini-PC mit Intel Lunar Lake, RAM und SSD für 599 Euro. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: German part DT-BPLEG.002: Core Ultra 5 226V, Arc 130V, 16GB LPDDR5X-8533, 512GB PCIe 3.0 SSD, Windows 11 Home

    Disclosure: Acer supplied the test unit. ComputerBase says Acer had no influence, there was no publication obligation or NDA, and marked retailer links are affiliate links.

  3. Consumer Reports. Acer Revo Box AI - RB102-LNL-UR11 Computer Review. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: Exact US RB102-LNL-UR11 with 16GB LPDDR5X and 512GB SSD; processor text conflicts between a 256V label and 226V-only 2.1GHz/Arc 130V details

    Disclosure: Independent member-supported lab test. The public page says some text may have been AI-assisted and reviewed by Consumer Reports engineers; detailed ratings are paywalled and were not used.

  4. MINISFORUM. MINISFORUM product specifications. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285HX barebone

  5. ServeTheHome. The BEST 25GbE Homelab Node Minisforum MS-02 Ultra. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285HX, 64GB DDR5-4800, 1TB SSD, 25GbE adapter

    Disclosure: ServeTheHome did not state how the review unit was acquired.

  6. ETA PRIME. The Most Versatile Mini PC Ever! MS-02 Ultra First Look. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285HX, 64GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, Windows, low-profile RTX 5060; 90 W PL1 and 110 W PL2

    Disclosure: ETA PRIME did not state how the unit was acquired; the description contains affiliate links and the video includes a sponsored software-key segment.

  7. NASCompares. Minisforum MS-02 Ultra Review. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285HX, non-ECC memory and installed storage; capacities not stated

    Disclosure: NASCompares said MINISFORUM supplied the hardware without payment or advance review; the description contains affiliate links.

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Specification differences

Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications

Higher listed specifications for Acer Revo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11

  • Uses a smaller 0.74 liter enclosure
  • Has a manufacturer list price about $699 lower

Higher listed specifications for MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra

  • Supports 240 GB more memory
  • Provides 4 storage slots versus 2

Verified specifications

Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status

Processor

SpecificationRevo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11MS-02 Ultra
CPUIntel Core Ultra 5 226VIntel Core Ultra 9 285HX
Cores / threads8 / 824 / 24
Processor default TDP17 W55 W
Integrated graphicsIntel Arc 130V integrated graphicsIntel Graphics

Memory and storage

SpecificationRevo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11MS-02 Ultra
Memory type16GB LPDDR5X-8533 on-package memoryDDR5-4800 ECC SODIMM
Maximum memory16 GB256 GB
Upgradeable memoryNoYes
Storage slots24

Connectivity

SpecificationRevo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11MS-02 Ultra
Ethernet2x 2.5GbE RJ45Dual 25GbE + 10GbE + 2.5GbE
WirelessIntel Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4
USB4YesYes
ThunderboltNoNo

Size and price

SpecificationRevo Box AI RB102-LNL-UR11MS-02 Ultra
Enclosure volume0.74 liters4.8 liters
List price$750$1,449
Product classLow-power office work and dual-network setupsMini workstation