Khadas’ new Mind 2 mini PC may be small, but it packs a mean punch
- The Mind 2 is more than just a mini PC, it’s a development platform on the go
- Additional features and functionality are a major draw
- The Mind 2 AI Maker Kit makes this a developer’s dream
Mini PCs were a booming market in 2024, and 2025 shows no signs of slowing down in this regard – and there’s one particular model that caught my attention.
Khadas’ Mind 2 mini PC, which the company showed off at CES 2025, is an impressive piece of hardware for professionals and casual users alike.
This modular device looks more like a bulky SSD than a mini PC, but is powered by the Intel Arrow Lake platform, giving it serious bang for your buck.
Power boost
Featuring an Intel Core Ultra 7 225H processor and built on the new Arrow Lake-H architecture, the Mind 2 marks a significant improvement over Khadas’ previous model.
The Mind 2 includes general performance improvements, but also great power efficiency, improved integrated graphics and, given the industry’s sharper focus on the technology, improved AI processing capabilities.
“Compared to its predecessor, Mind 2s features notable improvements in both single-core and multi-core performance, delivering a more efficient computing experience,” Khadas said in his launch announcement.
All told, the Mind 2 is a powerful mini PC that’s flexible enough in its capabilities to encompass a range of functions – from professional design and video editing to complex AI tasks.
However, what sets the device apart from its industry counterparts is the range of additional tools and features that come with it. Khadas is keen to point out that the Mind devices come with a whole ecosystem of capabilities surrounding them.
Every AI developer’s dream
The mini PC is mainly aimed at AI developers and comes with the Mind 2 AI Maker Kit. Powered by the Intel Lunar Lake platform and an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor, the Maker Kit features up to 115 TOPS of computing power.
This has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and optimization of AI models. The Mind Maker Kit essentially acts as a flexible deployment server and edge computing platform, allowing developers to deploy models locally or at the edge.
That means lower latency and better efficiency for real-time applications, as well as better data privacy. Combine this with the fact that it weighs a paltry 435 grams, and this makes it a perfect device for developers on the go or in remote work environments.
The latest addition to the Mind ecosystem is just as enticing and could be a game changer for user productivity.
Mind xPlay specifically focuses on “mobile working and multi-scenario applications,” according to Khadas. This feature allows users to integrate with accessories such as the Mind Dock or Mind Graphics GPU Expansion Module.
Khadas Mind 2: Pricing and Other Features
The Khadas Mind 2 comes complete with Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 ports, which is an improvement over the previous model.
The storage options can also be improved via SSD and the device has a built-in 5.55Wh battery.
It doesn’t come cheap though, with a price starting at $799 and can be changed or tuned based on user preferences.
The options include a base-level device with an Intel Ultra 5 125H processor, although this version is limited to 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage.
Opting for the Ultra 7 155H model offers better flexibility and overall performance, but there is quite a price jump. Users can choose from 32GB or 64GB of memory and up to 2TB storage capacity with this line. These settings will cost you over $1,000.