MSI Cubi 5 12M Intel Core i5-1235U Barebone, Mini-PC, SFF, ThunderBolt 4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen2, HDMI, DisplayPort, Dual LAN, WiFi, BT, VESA, Supports Max 64GB DDR4 SO-DIMM (2 Slots), M.2 (1 Slot), 2.5'SSD/HDD (1 Slot)
Product Technical Specification
Processor | |
Built-in processor | Yes |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor family | Intel Core i5 |
Processor generation | Intel Core i5-12xxx |
Processor model | i5-1235U |
Processor frequency | 4.4 |
Processor cores | 10 |
Processor threads | 12 |
Processor lithography | 7 |
Performance cores | 2 |
Efficient cores | 8 |
Performance-core boost frequency | 4.4 |
Efficient-core boost frequency | 3.3 |
Processor boost frequency | 4.4 |
Processor cache | 12 |
Memory | |
Memory slots type | SO-DIMM |
Number of memory slots | 2 |
Maximum internal memory | 64 |
Supported memory clock speeds | 3200 |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
Storage | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Storage drive sizes supported | 2.5,M.2 |
SSD form factor | 2.5" |
Storage drive interface | M.2,Serial ATA III |
NVMe | Yes |
Number of storage drives supported | 2 |
Graphics | |
On-board graphics card | Yes |
Graphics card family | Intel |
On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Number of displays supported | 3 |
Audio | |
Built-in speaker(s) | No |
Network | |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111H,Realtek RTL8125-BG,Realtek RTL8125-CG |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces | |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.0b |
DVI port | No |
DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 2 |
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
DC-in jack | Yes |
Expansion slots | |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
Design | |
Chassis type | 0.66L sized PC |
Product colour | Black |
Cooling type | Active |
On/off switch | Yes |
LED indicators | System |
Housing material | Plastic |
Cable lock slot | Yes |
Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
VESA mounting | Yes |
Panel mounting interface | 75 x 75,100 x 75 |
Product type | Mini PC (<= 3L) barebone |
Performance | |
Motherboard form factor | NUC |
Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
Number of processors supported | 1 |
Operating system installed | No |
Technical details | |
Warranty period | 2 |
Logistics data | |
Country of origin | China |
Power | |
Power supply type | External AC adapter |
Power supply | 65 |
Number of power supply units | 1 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 124 |
Depth | 124 |
Height | 53.7 |
Weight | 550 |
Package width | 205 |
Package depth | 220 |
Package height | 94 |
Package weight | 1390 |
Packaging content | |
Power cord included | Yes |
AC adapter included | Yes |
Quick start guide | Yes |
Drivers included | Yes |
Display included | No |
Mouse included | No |
Keyboard included | No |
Delivery Options

Economy Delivery (UK)

Business Express
The MSI Cubi 5 12M is a small yet powerful mini-desktop with an incredibly compact 0.7L design suitable for commercial office work or use as home-theatre/entertainment PC (supports UHD/4K 60Hz display output & triple-monitor setups).
The Cubi 5 12M i5 1235U BB is a barebone system equipped with an Intel 12th Gen Core i5-1235U processor, but does not include required DDR4 memory, storage, or software. Features Intel Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.
The easy-to-upgrade SFF case can house both M.2 (with auto switch) & 2.5-inch SSD storage, as well as up to 64 GB of system memory (2 x DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMMs), and is VESA-mountable for a cleaner desktop.
Thanks to its cooling-optimized layout and low-noise fan, the MSI Cubi 5 12M is not only an energy-efficient computing solution but is also very quiet, running at a whisper-level 28 dBA while in idle mode.
Front & rear I/O include dual Intel 2.5Gbps and 1Gbps ethernet LAN, Mic-in, Headphones-out, Thunderbolt 4 and 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports."
Processor | |
Built-in processor | Yes |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor family | Intel Core i5 |
Processor generation | Intel Core i5-12xxx |
Processor model | i5-1235U |
Processor frequency | 4.4 |
Processor cores | 10 |
Processor threads | 12 |
Processor lithography | 7 |
Performance cores | 2 |
Efficient cores | 8 |
Performance-core boost frequency | 4.4 |
Efficient-core boost frequency | 3.3 |
Processor boost frequency | 4.4 |
Processor cache | 12 |
Memory | |
Memory slots type | SO-DIMM |
Number of memory slots | 2 |
Maximum internal memory | 64 |
Supported memory clock speeds | 3200 |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
Storage | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Storage drive sizes supported | 2.5,M.2 |
SSD form factor | 2.5" |
Storage drive interface | M.2,Serial ATA III |
NVMe | Yes |
Number of storage drives supported | 2 |
Graphics | |
On-board graphics card | Yes |
Graphics card family | Intel |
On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Number of displays supported | 3 |
Audio | |
Built-in speaker(s) | No |
Network | |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111H,Realtek RTL8125-BG,Realtek RTL8125-CG |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces | |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.0b |
DVI port | No |
DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 2 |
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
DC-in jack | Yes |
Expansion slots | |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
Design | |
Chassis type | 0.66L sized PC |
Product colour | Black |
Cooling type | Active |
On/off switch | Yes |
LED indicators | System |
Housing material | Plastic |
Cable lock slot | Yes |
Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
VESA mounting | Yes |
Panel mounting interface | 75 x 75,100 x 75 |
Product type | Mini PC (<= 3L) barebone |
Performance | |
Motherboard form factor | NUC |
Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
Number of processors supported | 1 |
Operating system installed | No |
Technical details | |
Warranty period | 2 |
Logistics data | |
Country of origin | China |
Power | |
Power supply type | External AC adapter |
Power supply | 65 |
Number of power supply units | 1 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 124 |
Depth | 124 |
Height | 53.7 |
Weight | 550 |
Package width | 205 |
Package depth | 220 |
Package height | 94 |
Package weight | 1390 |
Packaging content | |
Power cord included | Yes |
AC adapter included | Yes |
Quick start guide | Yes |
Drivers included | Yes |
Display included | No |
Mouse included | No |
Keyboard included | No |
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Product Returns Note
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for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
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Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
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Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
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