Newly-released mini PC sports semi-durable design, hosting Intel Arrow Lake-S barebone system, featuring compatibility with 65W Intel Ultra Core processors of model 200 series.

The tech world is abuzz with excitement over Shuttle's latest offering, the XPC slim DH810. This compact PC and barebone system boasts a sleek design and a host of impressive features that make it a standout choice for those seeking high-performance computing in a smaller package.

The XPC slim DH810 offers versatile storage options, with support for SATA and M.2 drives, including a 2.5-inch SATA bay that can be configured for RAID 0/1 with an M.2 drive. For those who demand speed and efficiency, the system also supports the latest M.2 standards, offering the choice between a 2280 M-Key (NVMe/SATA SSD) and a 2230 E-Key (Wi-Fi/BT) expansion slot.

Powering the XPC slim DH810 is a tiny Intel H810 chipset motherboard, which is compatible with Intel Core Ultra 200 series CPUs with up to a 65W TDP. A potential standout choice for the XPC slim DH810 is the Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285, currently on a 'limited time deal' for $520 on Amazon.com. This powerful processor features four Intel Xe cores in the Arc iGPU, with a dedicated NPU for 13 TOPS AI boost, and a total of 24 cores (8 P-cores and 16 E-cores), running at up to 5.6 GHz. The processor is aided by 36MB of Intel Smart Cache.

The XPC slim DH810 also excels in the area of connectivity, offering 2× RS232, 1× external 4-pin header, and a variety of USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen1, Gen2, and USB4 Type-C. For display output, the system features one HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4a, and one USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort ports.

The XPC slim DH810 is described as "semi-ruggedized," but specific details about certifications or exact ruggedness specifications have not been shared by Shuttle. However, the chassis is likely to offer enhanced durability compared to standard mini-PCs without full military or industrial rugged certifications.

In terms of memory, the XPC slim DH810 supports 2× DDR5 SODIMM, up to 48GB per DIMM (max 96GB), DDR5-5600 MHz, dual channel. The system also includes Realtek ALC888S HD Audio, with options for 3.5mm line-out, mic-in, and digital audio (via HDMI/DP).

The XPC slim DH810 has a slim chassis measuring 190 × 165 × 43mm, and weighs just 1.32kg. It supports both Windows 11 (64-bit) and Linux operating systems, and is available for purchase in barebones and pre-configured combinations.

A base model, featuring an Intel Core i225 CPU, 16GB of RAM, a 500GB SSD, and no operating system, is listed at just under $900 at the e-itx store. With its impressive specifications, ruggedized design, and compact form factor, the XPC slim DH810 is poised to make a significant impact in the world of mini-PCs.