ARCTIC has introduced the Senza, a unique fanless mini PC designed for under-desk mounting. While its older internals might not impress everyone, its passive cooling system will appeal to those prioritizing silent operation.
Sleek Design, Silent Operation
The Senza features a slim, elegant design, measuring 21.1 x 7 x 1.9 inches. Its passive cooling system utilizes dual heat sinks and four heat pipes to dissipate heat silently.
Specifications and Connectivity
Despite its modern appearance, the Senza relies on older Ryzen 5000G "Cezanne" APUs (Ryzen 5 5500G, Ryzen 7 5700G, Ryzen 7 5700G Pro). It comes with up to 32GB of DDR4-3200 RAM and a 1TB SSD. Without a discrete GPU option, graphics are handled by the integrated Vega 7 or Vega 8 iGPU.
Connectivity options include:
- DisplayPort 1.2
- HDMI 2.0
- USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 & Gen 2
- Dual 3.5mm audio jacks
- Gigabit Ethernet
- USB 2.0 Type-A
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (front panel)
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
Pricing and Availability
The ARCTIC Senza starts at €599.99, with the top-end 5700G Pro model priced at €729. It is currently exclusive to the European market.
For users looking for similar quiet operation but with better performance, the Apple M4 Mac Mini might be a more compelling alternative.
