Minisforum has released the V3 SE in China, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to its V3 tablet PC. While inheriting some of the V3's strengths in portable gaming and productivity, the V3 SE comes with some notable changes.
Key Differences Between V3 and V3 SE
The V3 SE is slightly lighter than the original V3, weighing 940 grams compared to 946 grams. However, it features a less powerful APU and display:
| Feature | Minisforum V3 | Minisforum V3 SE |
|---|---|---|
| APU | AMD Ryzen 7 8840U (Zen 4, Radeon 780M) | AMD Ryzen 7 7735U (Zen 3+, Radeon 680M) |
| Display | 165Hz, 2560x1600 | 60Hz, 1920x1200 |
| RAM | Up to 32GB | 16GB |
| Starting Price (China) | CNY 6,999 (~$978) | CNY 4,499 (~$628) |
Shared Features
Both tablets share several features, including two USB4 ports, an M.2 PCIe 2280 slot, Wi-Fi 6E, and a 50.82 Wh battery with 65W fast charging.
Availability
The Minisforum V3 SE is currently available in China. Global availability has not yet been announced. For those interested in the original V3, it is available on Amazon. You can also read our in-depth review of the Minisforum V3.
