AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255 vs MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
Ryzen 7 H 255 / 24GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD
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1Is it fast for normal work?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Geekbench 6 multi-core Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Geekbench 6 multi-core 14331 points
The review unit scored 14,331 in Geekbench 6 multi-core and 2,982 in single-core.
Geekbench 6 multi-core · 32 GB DDR5-5600 prebuilt configuration
ETA PRIME · 12:26
2Can it handle sustained work?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core 1164 points
The system scored 1,164 in Cinebench 2024 multi-core and 119 in single-core.
Cinebench 2024 multi-core · 32 GB DDR5-5600 prebuilt configuration
ETA PRIME · 12:43
3Can it game?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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3DMark Time Spy Not available
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Red Dead Redemption 2 Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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3DMark Time Spy 4138 points
The Radeon 890M configuration scored 4,138 in 3DMark Time Spy.
3DMark Time Spy · 32 GB DDR5-5600; 12 GB UMA allocation
ETA PRIME · 13:11 -
Red Dead Redemption 2 70 fps
ETA PRIME reported a little over 70 FPS at 1080p medium with FSR set to quality.
Red Dead Redemption 2 gameplay · 1080p medium; FSR quality
ETA PRIME · 14:32
4Is it loud or hot?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Maximum recorded temperature Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Maximum recorded temperature 73 °C
The maximum recorded temperature was 73 degrees Celsius, while gaming remained below 62 degrees Celsius.
Maximum across gaming and AI workloads · Performance mode
ETA PRIME · 15:01
5How much electricity does it use?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Idle wall power Not available
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4K playback wall power Not available
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Gaming wall power Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Idle wall power 9 W
The complete system drew 9 W at idle in performance mode.
Windows desktop idle · Performance mode
ETA PRIME · 15:19 -
4K playback wall power 12 W
The system drew about 12 W during 4K video playback.
4K video playback · Performance mode
ETA PRIME · 15:26 -
Gaming wall power 78 W
1080p gaming averaged about 78 W at the wall, with a maximum observed draw of 96 W across the reviewer's tests.
1080p gaming · Performance mode; maximum reported separately as 96 W
ETA PRIME · 15:29
6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Bottom cover has an attached fan cable
NAZOLABO shows the removable bottom cover with its cooling fan still connected by a short cable while accessing the RAM and SSD. Take care with that cable when opening the chassis.
NAZOLABO · 7:17 -
Review-unit memory Not available
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USB4 is present Not available
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Prebuilt memory layout Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Bottom cover has an attached fan cable Not available
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Review-unit memory 32 GB
ETA PRIME tested a 32 GB DDR5-5600 prebuilt configuration and assigned 12 GB to the integrated GPU.
Review-unit configuration check · 32 GB DDR5-5600; 12 GB UMA allocation
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USB4 is present Yes
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Prebuilt memory layout 1x 32GB SODIMM
Robtech found one 32GB SODIMM in the reviewed prebuilt, leaving the second memory slot open but operating the shipped configuration in single-channel mode.
Review-unit teardown · 32GB prebuilt configuration
Robtech · 2:24
7Is it good value?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Prebuilt value concern Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Prebuilt value concern Prebuilt carries a premium
Robtech considered the prebuilt expensive for a configuration supplied with one memory module, while describing the barebones price as more reasonable.
Retail configuration assessment · Prices available when the review was produced
Robtech · 9:51
8Will it be dependable?
AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
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Successful setup and support reported
CareyHolzman reports a successful Windows setup and responsive help obtaining the promised Windows Pro key after providing proof of purchase. This describes his own barebones build and support experience, rather than a guarantee for every order.
CareyHolzman · 1:51 -
Seller warranty Not available
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Service resources Not available
MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
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Successful setup and support reported Not available
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Seller warranty 2 years
MINISFORUM lists a two-year seller warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee for this configuration on its US store.
Manufacturer support policy check
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Service resources BIOS and driver downloads
Robtech noted that MINISFORUM provides BIOS updates and driver downloads for the model.
Support-resource check
Robtech · 10:37
References
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AOOSTAR. G-FLIP H255 specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 H 255 / 24GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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CareyHolzman. Part 2 Follow-Up: Aoostar G Flip 255 Mini PC with built-in screen. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Purchased H255 barebones unit, own 16GB RAM and Gen4 SSD of unconfirmed capacity; Windows 11 Pro. Firmware unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Affiliate promotions appear in the description; reviewer says he purchased the unit.
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NAZOLABO. AOOSTAR GFLIP H255 hardware review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Purchased H255 barebones unit, 2 x 8GB DDR5-4800, WD SN550 1TB, Windows 11 Pro. Firmware unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Retailer link included; paid relationship unconfirmed.
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MINISFORUM. MINISFORUM product specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro
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ETA PRIME. The World’s First Ryzen AI 470 Mini PC! X1 Ai Pro Hands On. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 prebuilt, 32GB DDR5-5600, storage configuration not fully stated
Disclosure: ETA PRIME did not state how the unit was acquired; the video description contains affiliate links.
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Robtech. Minisforum's Mac Mini Clone Is Back! AI X1 Pro-470 Mini PC Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 32GB DDR5 in one SODIMM, included Kingston PCIe 4.0 SSD with capacity not stated
Disclosure: Robtech states that the unit was supplied as a free review sample. The description contains affiliate links.
Value for money
No value comparison is available. It requires eligible test scores and at least four current price observations in seven days.
Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for AOOSTAR G-FLIP H255
Higher listed specifications for MINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | G-FLIP H255 | AI X1 Pro-470 |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 12 / 24 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | 28 W |
| Integrated graphics | Radeon 780M | Radeon 890M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | G-FLIP H255 | AI X1 Pro-470 |
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| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM; 2 slots; DDR5-5600 supported | DDR5-5600 SODIMM |
| Maximum memory | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | G-FLIP H255 | AI X1 Pro-470 |
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| Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE | Dual 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth version unconfirmed due to conflicting product listings | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | No |
Size and price
| Specification | G-FLIP H255 | AI X1 Pro-470 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | 1.62 liters |
| List price | Not published | $1,659 |
| Product class | Not assigned | AI mini PC |