Minisforum has recently introduced the V3 SE in China, providing a more affordable alternative to the non-SE tablet PC that was released earlier in 2024. This new model retains the appealing features that made the original a favorable choice for portable gaming and productivity.
Changes in Design and Specs
The Minisforum V3 SE has undergone significant modifications. It is now lighter, weighing in at 940 grams compared to the 946 grams of the non-SE model. While this is a positive change, the specifications have been lowered. The V3 SE is equipped with the Zen 3+ AMD Ryzen 7 7735U, featuring a Radeon 680M integrated graphics unit.
Performance Comparison
When you look at the regular V3 (which you can find on Amazon), it boasts the newer Zen 4 Ryzen 7 8840U, a more advanced APU by AMD, along with the superior Radeon 780M integrated graphics. The display has also changed; the original version sports a 165 Hz screen with a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels, while the V3 SE has a 60 Hz display with a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels. However, the size of the display remains unchanged.
Memory and Connectivity
Another important difference is the memory options. The Minisforum V3 can be paired with up to 32 GB of RAM, whereas the SE model is limited to 16 GB. Many other features are similar between the two Windows tablet PCs, such as having two USB4 ports, one M.2 PCIe 2280 slot, WiFi 6E support, and a 50.82 Wh battery that supports 65W fast charging.
As for pricing, the Minisforum V3 SE has launched at a lower starting price of CNY 4,499 (around $628) in China. In contrast, the regular V3 debuted with a starting price of CNY 6,999 (approximately $978). The company has yet to announce details on global availability, but it is expected that the device will reach markets outside China soon. If you're curious about the V3, you can check out our detailed review for more insights.
