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New Mini PC Runs AI Agents Locally With 80 TOPS
17 Sep
Summary
- Asus launched the Ascent QN10, a mini PC powered by Qualcomm's X2 Elite processors.
- The PC boasts 80 TOPS of AI performance, enabling local AI agent execution.
- Priced from $1,349, it offers dual SSD storage expandability up to 4TB.
Asus has introduced the Ascent QN10, a new mini PC designed to run AI agents locally, powered by Qualcomm's X2 Elite processors. This compact desktop computer features Qualcomm's X2E-88-100 chip, which delivers 80 TOPS of AI performance, nearly doubling previous capabilities. The Ascent QN10 runs Windows 11 Copilot+ and is available with 16GB of RAM for $1,349 or 32GB for $1,699.
The 1.65-pound mini PC is designed for cool and quiet operation while maintaining sustained performance. It offers significant storage expandability through a dual SSD design, supporting up to 4TB total capacity with one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 5 slot and one PCIe Gen 4 slot. The Ascent QN10 is being positioned as an affordable alternative to other mini PCs, with pricing starting at $1,349, available on Best Buy and other retailers for higher configurations.
