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The hardware

Full Specifications

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Performance — CPU / GPU▾
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9-386H
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GraphicsIntel® Graphics
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Memory & Storage▾
Installed RAM16 GB
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Total storage1 TB
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Display▾
Screen technologyNot applicable
SizeNot applicable
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ResolutionNot applicable
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Refresh rateNot applicable
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Battery & Power▾
Battery capacityUnpublished
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Power supply120W AC Adapter
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Connectivity▾
Ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A · 2x Thunderbolt4 Type-C (DP 1.4 alt-mode up to 4K@60Hz /PD-out15W) · 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A · 2 x Thunderbolt4 Type-C · 2 x HDMI™ out (supports 4K @60Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.1 & supports MSI Power Link)
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Wireless & networking2 x Intel I226-V (2.5G) · WIFI 7 · BT 5.4
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Build & Physical▾
Weight499 g
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Dimensions4.71" x 4.54" x 1.48"
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Software & Bundle▾
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
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Included bundleUnpublished
Motherboard & Memory Expansion▾
Motherboard modelUnpublished
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Total RAM slotsUnpublished
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Independent testing

Benchmarks & Reviews

4 results from other configurations · 1 written review · 1 video
Geekbench 6.7 Multi-Core14,323 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.

Higher is better
Test conditions
Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained
Test version
Geekbench 6.7
Published
2026-06-03
Measurement date
Unpublished
Reviewed setup
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM
Configuration match
Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Unknown memory_topology Unknown thermal_mode Unknown operating_point Noncritical differences: gpu, storage_gb, region
Confidence
Moderate
Limitations
Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location
Geekbench 6.7 / Multi-Core; reviewed-device row: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MGIntel Core Ultra 9 386H
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Geekbench 6.7 Single-Core2,778 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Speed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.

Higher is better
Test conditions
Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained
Test version
Geekbench 6.7
Published
2026-06-03
Measurement date
Unpublished
Reviewed setup
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM
Configuration match
Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Unknown memory_topology Unknown thermal_mode Unknown operating_point Noncritical differences: gpu, storage_gb, region
Confidence
Moderate
Limitations
Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location
Geekbench 6.7 / Single-Core; reviewed-device row: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MGIntel Core Ultra 9 386H
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Cinebench R23 Multi Core17,015 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Rendering speed using all processor cores.

Higher is better
Test conditions
Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained
Test version
Cinebench R23
Published
2026-06-03
Measurement date
Unpublished
Reviewed setup
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM
Configuration match
Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Unknown memory_topology Unknown thermal_mode Unknown operating_point Noncritical differences: gpu, storage_gb, region
Confidence
Moderate
Limitations
Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location
Cinebench R23 / Multi Core; reviewed-device row: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MGIntel Core Ultra 9 386H
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Results marked “Other configuration” use a different device or configuration. This configuration may perform differently.

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Benchmarks & Reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments.

4 results from other configurations1 written review1 video

Results marked “Other configuration” come from devices with a matching processor or graphics chip. This configuration may perform differently.

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Processor

Geekbench 6.7 Multi-Core

Higher is better

Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos. Compared with 6 reviewed mini pcs in this comparison.

Middle of these 6: 14,623 points

  1. GMK EVO-T1 · 64 GB ↗15,339 points
  2. Beelink GTI15 Ultra · 64 GB ↗15,284 points
  3. Beelink SER9 · 32 GB ↗15,043 points
  4. Reviewed configuration: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · 32 GB ↗14,323 points
  5. Peladn HO5, AI 9 HX 370 · 32 GB ↗14,203 points
  6. GMK NucBox K11 · 32 GB ↗13,228 points
  7. Geekom IT13 Max · 24 GB ↗13,160 points

Memory, cooling and operating system versions differ between these reviewed devices. This small set does not describe the whole market. Notebookcheck comparison ↗

Cinebench R23 Multi Core

Higher is better

Rendering speed using all processor cores. Compared with 6 reviewed mini pcs in this comparison.

Middle of these 6: 16,835.5 points

  1. Minisforum EliteMini UM890 Pro · 32 GB ↗17,131 points
  2. Reviewed configuration: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · 32 GB ↗17,015 points
  3. Minisforum Venus Series UM790 Pro · 16 GB ↗16,985 points
  4. Minisforum AI X1, Ryzen 7 255 · 32 GB ↗16,876 points
  5. Geekom A8, R9 8945HS · 32 GB ↗16,795 points
  6. Geekom IT13 Max · 24 GB ↗16,775 points
  7. GMK NucBox K11 · 32 GB ↗16,506 points

Memory, cooling and operating system versions differ between these reviewed devices. This small set does not describe the whole market. Notebookcheck comparison ↗

Processor test results and sources
TestResultTest conditionsSource
Geekbench 6.7 Multi-CoreSpeed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.Higher is better14,323 pointsOther configuration

Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained

Reviewed setup: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM		Notebookcheck ↗2026-06-03
Geekbench 6.7 Single-CoreSpeed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.Higher is better2,778 pointsOther configuration

Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained

Reviewed setup: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM		Notebookcheck ↗2026-06-03
Cinebench R23 Multi CoreRendering speed using all processor cores.Higher is better17,015 pointsOther configuration

Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained

Reviewed setup: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM		Notebookcheck ↗2026-06-03
Cinebench R23 Single CoreRendering speed using one processor core.Higher is better2,010 pointsOther configuration

Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Pro · Review's processor limits: 61 W short burst; 30 W sustained

Reviewed setup: MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM		Notebookcheck ↗2026-06-03

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  • Notebookcheck ↗2026-06-03MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG · Intel Core Ultra 9 386H · Intel Graphics 4 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU · 32 GB RAM

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Configuration matching & limitations

Notebookcheck: Model review. Results describe the tested hardware; unspecified power modes and RAM topology do not establish an exact target test.

ETA PRIME: Model video; use the video for the reviewed hardware and settings. No numeric result is inferred from metadata.

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gpu
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whole device

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battery
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build
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An overall buying score is unavailable. The available measurements do not cover every aspect of the device.

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