ASUS ExpertCenter PN55 vs Khadas Mind Pro
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ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
Ryzen AI 7 450 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US SKU
Khadas Mind Pro
Core Ultra X7 358H / 64GB LPDDR5X / 2TB SSD / Windows 11 Home
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1Is it fast for normal work?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Khadas Mind Pro
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2Can it handle sustained work?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Khadas Mind Pro
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3Can it game?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Khadas Mind Pro
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4Is it loud or hot?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
Not available
Khadas Mind Pro
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5How much electricity does it use?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
Not available
Khadas Mind Pro
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Case lock also restricts bottom-panel access
Level1Techs showed that the Kensington lock prevents access to the bottom panel on the reviewed 64GB unit.
Level1Techs · 2:15 -
Memory is fixed inside the chassis Not available
Khadas Mind Pro
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Case lock also restricts bottom-panel access Not available
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Memory is fixed inside the chassis
Zip Tie Tech opens the Mind Pro to show the internal battery, cooling fan and heatsink. The reviewer confirms that RAM cannot be replaced; the separate underside hatch provides SSD expansion access.
Zip Tie Tech · 20:00
7Is it good value?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
Not available
Khadas Mind Pro
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8Will it be dependable?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Reviewer confirmed custom EFI keys worked
Level1Techs demonstrated the firmware key-management options and reported that a Linux installation with custom EFI keys worked. The distribution, kernel and firmware version were not specified.
Level1Techs · 5:09 -
Choose behavior when external power is removed Not available
Khadas Mind Pro
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Reviewer confirmed custom EFI keys worked Not available
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Choose behavior when external power is removed
ETA PRIME shows the Mind app’s sleep, hibernate and battery-use options for unplugging the PC, along with power-mode and smart-charging controls. These are observed software options, not a battery-runtime or reliability test.
ETA PRIME · 6:46
References
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ASUS. ExpertCenter PN55 US SKU specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 7 450 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US SKU
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Level1Techs. Is it Worth it? A Quick Overview of the ASUS ExpertCenter PN55. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 7 450 / 64GB DDR5-5600, 2 x 32GB / 1TB Micron NVMe SSD. Performance mode for benchmarks. Windows edition, Linux distribution, kernel and firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Acquisition terms unconfirmed. YouTube displays an affiliate product tag; editor links ASUS in the description.
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Khadas. Mind Pro: Ultra X7 64GB configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 64GB LPDDR5X / 2TB SSD / Windows 11 Home
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Khadas. Mind family FAQ. Product page. Accessed .
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ETA PRIME. World’s First Panther Lake Mini PC! Mind Pro Hands On First Look. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB LPDDR5X-8533, 2TB SSD. Windows edition and firmware unconfirmed. Review also covers separately sold Khadas accessories.
Disclosure: URCDKey sponsorship and affiliate links disclosed; review-unit purchase, loan or retention status unconfirmed.
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Zip Tie Tech. This Mini PC is a Laptop.. And a Workstation??. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB LPDDR5X-8533, 2TB SSD. Windows edition and firmware unconfirmed. Review also covers separately sold Khadas accessories.
Disclosure: UGREEN sponsorship and promotional links disclosed; review-unit purchase, loan or retention status unconfirmed.
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
- Supports 32 GB more memory
Higher listed specifications for Khadas Mind Pro
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | Mind Pro |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | 45 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 860M | Intel Arc B390 |
Memory and storage
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | Mind Pro |
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| Memory type | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM, 2 x 16GB | LPDDR5X-8533 soldered |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | No |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | Mind Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE, Realtek RTL8125BG | No built-in Ethernet; requires a separate adapter or dock |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Intel BE211 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Yes |
Size and price
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | Mind Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Enclosure volume | Not published | 0.43 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |