MSI mini PC deal: Cubi NUC 1MG Mini Desktop 'can handle a decently heavy day of work without a problem' and it's $120 off at Best Buy

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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:13:07 +0000

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MSIs Cubi NUC 1MG mini desktop delivers smooth performance for everyday work, multitasking, and media tasks, and its down to a great price right now.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Tech Radar Pro Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to the TechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Contact me with news
and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful An account already exists for this email address, please log in. Subscribe to our newsletter When we tested the MSI Cubi NUC mini PC, we found it to be "a compact and versatile mini PC designed for businesses and professionals."

And right now, the MSI Cubi NUC 1MG Mini Desktop is now $580 (was $700) at Best Buy . Thats a solid $120 saving on a compact system that delivers modern hardware in a footprint barely larger than a book.

Inside the small chassis sits an Intel Core 5-120U processor with 10 cores
and strong boost speeds, enough to keep everyday tasks running smoothly, whether youre juggling spreadsheets, running business apps, or keeping dozens of browser tabs open. Today's top MSI mini PC deal Save $120.01 MSI Cubi NUC 1MG Mini Desktop: was $700 now $579.99 at Best Buy This compact desktop fits easily into tight spaces while still delivering smooth everyday performance. With an Intel Core 5 processor, 16GB of DDR5 memory, and a fast 500GB SSD, it handles multitasking, office work, and media streaming without slowing down
or cluttering your workspace. View Deal In our review we said it "offers a compelling mix of sustainability, compact design, and robust connectivity."

Integrated Intel Graphics handle everyday visuals, media playback, and light creative work with ease, while Windows 11 Home is preinstalled so you can get started right away.

It comes with 16GB of DDR5 memory, which handles demanding workloads and there's room to expand up to 64GB later, giving the system useful flexibility if and when your needs grow.

Fast storage plays a huge role in how quick a PC feels during daily use. The 500GB NVMe SSD keeps startup times short and launches applications quickly, helping you spend less time waiting and more time getting things done.

For connectivity you get dual HDMI ports and two Thunderbolt connections (so you can run multi-monitor setups), multiple USB-A and USB-C ports, dual Ethernet ports, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth support.

At just under 2 inches tall and weighing about 1.38 pounds, it can sit
quietly on a desk or tuck out of sight without taking over your workspace.

Energy efficiency and small size combine to make this an easy fit for professional or home setups. If youve been looking for a compact desktop that will handle all your daily workloads without eating up desk space, this is a great choice.

For more top picks like this, these are the best mini PCs we've tested and reviewed. Shop all mini PCs at Best Buy



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