BOSGAME VTI-490 vs ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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BOSGAME VTI-490
Core Ultra X7 358H / 64GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD; installed OS unconfirmed
ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
Ryzen AI Max+ 395 / 128GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Home
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1Is it fast for normal work?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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2Can it handle sustained work?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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3Can it game?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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4Is it loud or hot?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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SSD fan runs at a fixed speed in this review
Riccardo Palombo reports that the two-wire SSD-cover fan starts with the computer and runs at a fixed speed. He could hear it with an ear close to the case. This is an attributed observation, not a standardized noise measurement.
Riccardo Palombo · 8:04
ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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SSD fan runs at a fixed speed in this review Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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SSD cover has a short fan cable
Riccardo Palombo shows the one-screw storage cover lifting with its cooling fan attached by a short cable. Take care when opening it for an SSD upgrade.
Riccardo Palombo · 5:56 -
Storage-cover clips can break
ReviewTechUSA2 warns that the bottom storage-cover clips are easy to break and shows the cover during the discussion. The reviewer also cautions against pulling the attached fan wires.
ReviewTechUSA2 · 3:07 -
Second SSD slot bandwidth needs confirmation
Robtech labels the second M.2 slot PCIe 4.0 x1 in its teardown. Riccardo Palombo describes it as x2. The manufacturer confirms a second slot but the inspected sources do not resolve this lane-width disagreement.
Robtech · 4:16
ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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SSD cover has a short fan cable Not available
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Storage-cover clips can break Not available
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Second SSD slot bandwidth needs confirmation Not available
7Is it good value?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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8Will it be dependable?
BOSGAME VTI-490
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Linux setup worked for this reviewer
Mr. Sujano reports installing Linux and reinstalling Windows without driver or setup problems on his 64GB / 1TB unit. The Linux distribution and OS builds are not identified in this segment.
Mr. Sujano · 10:38 -
Windows scan flagged a registry setting
Robtech shows a Malwarebytes scan of the supplied Windows installation flagging a registry value as RiskWare.HiddenExt. This records the scan result on that review unit; it does not establish the condition of every retail installation.
Robtech · 4:33
ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
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Linux setup worked for this reviewer Not available
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Windows scan flagged a registry setting Not available
References
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BOSGAME. VTI-490 64GB / 1TB specifications and port diagram. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 64GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD; installed OS unconfirmed
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Riccardo Palombo. BOSGAME VTI-490 review and teardown. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB RAM, Kingston 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro. Performance testing used changed BIOS power limits; firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Affiliate links disclosed; unit acquisition terms unconfirmed.
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Mr. Sujano. Bosgame VTI 490 Mini PC with Intel 358h Panther Lake Power. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB RAM and 1TB SSD. Linux distribution, OS build and firmware not specified for compatibility remarks.
Disclosure: BOSGAME supplied the unit for review; retention or loan terms unconfirmed. Affiliate links disclosed.
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ReviewTechUSA2. Intel Is Making AMD Nervous (Bosgame VTI-490 Review). Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB RAM and 1TB SSD. Exact OS edition, drive model and firmware unconfirmed.
Disclosure: BOSGAME supplied the unit; retention or loan terms unconfirmed. Product link labelled non-affiliate; tagged products carry commission.
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Robtech. Intel’s New Beast with the FASTEST RAM EVER! BOSGAME VTI-490 Mini PC Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD and Windows 11 Pro. Windows build, firmware and retail installation consistency unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate shopping links disclosed.
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ZOTAC. MAGNUS EAMAX395C Windows configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI Max+ 395 / 128GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Home
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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ZOTAC. EAMAX395C family user manual. Product page. Accessed .
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for BOSGAME VTI-490
Higher listed specifications for ZOTAC MAGNUS EAMAX395C
- Supports 64 GB more memory
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | VTI-490 | MAGNUS EAMAX395C |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 |
| Cores / threads | 16 / 16 | 16 / 32 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc B390 | AMD Radeon 8060S |
Memory and storage
| Specification | VTI-490 | MAGNUS EAMAX395C |
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| Memory type | LPDDR5X-9600, soldered | LPDDR5X-8000 onboard |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | No | No |
| Storage slots | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | VTI-490 | MAGNUS EAMAX395C |
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| Ethernet | 1 x 10GbE and 1 x 2.5GbE | 2 x 2.5Gbps Ethernet |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4; exact module unconfirmed | Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4; module unconfirmed |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | No |
Size and price
| Specification | VTI-490 | MAGNUS EAMAX395C |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | 2.65 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |