At IFA Berlin 2026, CHUWI introduced the UniBox AI495 Pro, a compact desktop PC featuring AMD's Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 495 chipset and a massive 192GB of LPDDR5x RAM. This machine matches the memory capacity of Apple's newest workstation, while delivering strong local AI model performance in a small form factor.
- 192GB LPDDR5x memory shared between CPU and GPU
- Supports large local AI models with up to 300 billion parameters
- Compact design with advanced connectivity including Wi-Fi 7 and 10Gbps Ethernet
What happened
CHUWI unveiled the UniBox AI495 Pro at IFA Berlin 2026, featuring AMD's Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 495 processor. This high-performance chip includes 16 cores, 32 threads, and boost speeds up to 5.2 GHz, combined with Radeon 8065S graphics based on AMD’s RDNA 3.5 architecture. The system supports up to 192GB of unified LPDDR5x RAM, with an unprecedented allocation of up to 160GB dedicated to graphics processing.
Despite its powerful internals, the UniBox AI495 Pro measures only 209.6 × 209.6 × 67 mm, making it a highly compact workstation. It supports 2TB of solid-state storage via three M.2 PCIe 4 slots, and offers modern connectivity including Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual 10Gbps Ethernet ports, two USB4 ports capable of 40Gbps, and an OCuLink connection for external hardware. The system ships with Windows 11 Pro rather than a specialized AI OS.
Why it matters
The UniBox AI495 Pro’s memory capacity matches the maximum offered by Apple’s newest high-end workstation, positioning CHUWI as a competitive player in the AI-focused compact desktop market. Its ability to run large language models locally—up to 300 billion parameters using 4-bit quantization—makes it a compelling solution for businesses and developers requiring significant AI compute power without cloud dependency.
By integrating a powerful neural processor capable of delivering up to 55 TOPS and providing broad memory bandwidth, CHUWI enables local AI workflows that are typically reserved for much larger and more expensive workstations. The small size coupled with extensive connectivity options enhances its appeal for users needing high performance in compact office or studio environments.
What to watch next
CHUWI has yet to reveal pricing for the UniBox AI495 Pro, but comparable mini PCs using the same AMD processor and memory configurations from other brands are expected to exceed $2,000. Monitoring CHUWI’s price positioning will be crucial to assess its competitiveness in the high-performance AI workstation segment.
Attention should also turn to CHUWI’s forthcoming UniBox AI395 model, which uses a slightly lower-tier AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 processor but maintains many features of the AI495 Pro, including the compact chassis and up to 128GB of memory. This model could address a broader market with slightly reduced specs. Additionally, adoption and real-world performance of these compact AI workstations in professional AI development and deployment workflows will be key indicators of market impact.