Key Takeaways
1. The MSI Cubi 2MG features a Co-Pilot button, corded Power button, digital microphone, and monaural speaker, making it suitable for retail and office use.
2. The built-in speaker has a maximum volume of 70 dB(A), which is lower than competitors like Beelink SER9 Pro and HP Z2 Mini.
3. The speaker’s limited volume makes it inadequate for filling small to medium-sized conference rooms.
4. The MSI Cubi 2MG is an improvement over the previous Cubi 1M model, which did not include any speakers.
5. There is hope for future models to feature larger and more powerful speakers for better audio performance.
As a NUC focused on business, the MSI Cubi 2MG comes with a few features that could be handy for retail or office settings. It includes a Co-Pilot button, a corded Power button, a digital microphone, and a monaural speaker. While we don’t anticipate the built-in speaker to deliver rich bass for fantastic media experiences, its limited maximum volume is rather unsatisfactory.
Speaker Performance Compared
In our evaluation of the MSI Cubi 2MG, along with the pink noise chart provided below, we noted that the speaker can only reach a peak volume of 70 dB(A). This is lower than the 78 dB(A), 81 dB(A), and 76 dB(A) output of other mini PCs like the Beelink SER9 Pro, Bosgame M2, and HP Z2 Mini, respectively. Although the volume differences may seem minor, they can be quite noticeable. In practice, the speaker on the MSI isn’t sufficient to fill a small to medium-sized conference room, despite being designed for such professional setups. Most speakers in mid-tier to premium laptops can achieve levels of around 80 dB(A).
Improvement Over Previous Models
However, when you look at the 2024 Cubi 1M that the 2025 Cubi 2MG replaces, it’s clear that the new model is an upgrade since the Cubi 1M didn’t even come with any speakers. We’re optimistic that a future third-generation model might include larger and more powerful speakers.
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