Tuesday, May 23rd 2023

The World's First Mini PC to Feature Frore Systems AirJet Launched at COMPUTEX 2023

Today, ZOTAC Technology launched the ZOTAC ZBOX PI430AJ with AirJet, the first Mini-PC to feature AirJet the world's first solid-state active cooling chip. The ZBOX PI430AJ with AirJet, at a mere 115 mm x 76 mm x 22 mm, now boasts twice the performance thanks to AirJet, making it the most powerful device in its class. AirJet cools devices with breakthrough technology that meets the ever-increasing demands of today's consumers. AirJet's compact size and unique capabilities enable faster, thinner, lighter, silent, and dustproof devices.

Heat is the single biggest problem facing the electronics industry, and until now, manufacturers have used antiquated thermal solutions like mechanical fans or bulky ineffective heat sinks to remove heat. These inadequate thermal solutions cause devices to rapidly overheat, forcing manufacturers to reduce device performance after only a few seconds of operation. This means consumers never really get the full processor performance they pay for.
ZOTAC is addressing the heat problem head on by including 2 AirJet Minis in the ZOTAC ZBOX PI430AJ with AirJet doubling the sustained processor power. ZOTAC customers will now experience vastly higher processor speeds and greater performance.

"At ZOTAC, we strongly believe that innovation is not only about improving, but rather doing something in completely new ways, which is exactly what the AirJet offers us." said Tony Wong, Chief Executive Officer at ZOTAC Technology. "The new AirJet powered ZBOX PI430AJ delivers superior performance in a silent, miniaturized form, and we're proud that this solid-state actively cooled mini-PC will be a trailblazer in the industry with its breakthrough cooling solution."

Heat is limiting performance across numerous devices from Notebooks, Mini-PCs, smartphones, SSDs, to the approaching tsunami of IOT devices like doorbell cameras, WiFi access points and LED lighting, as well as automotive and datacenters." said Patrick Moorhead, Industry expert and CEO and Chief Analyst at Moor Insights & Strategy. "A solution like AirJet is well overdue. I believe Frore Systems' thin silent active cooling chip, has completely reinvented thermal technology.

Frore Systems launched AirJet in December 2023 and has seen unprecedented demand for the small, highly effective AirJet active cooling chip. The AirJet Mini is 2.8 mm thick, 27.5 mm x 41.5 mm in size, and weighs just 11 grams. AirJet is scalable, meaning that multiple chips can be easily integrated into devices resulting in major performance gains.

"The ZOTAC ZBOX PI430AJ with AirJet is revolutionizing the Mini PC industry," said Dr. Seshu Madhavapeddy, founder and CEO of Frore Systems. "Until AirJet, thermal was the only aspect of modern-day technology that hadn't changed in decades. ZOTAC's launch of this fanless Mini-PC with 2X the sustained processor performance is a massive step forward, and consumers will finally get the high Mini-PC performance they want in an incredibly small fanless device."
Source: Frore Systems
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11 Comments on The World's First Mini PC to Feature Frore Systems AirJet Launched at COMPUTEX 2023

#1
WorringlyIndifferent
And no information on how these "cooling chips" work. Peltier cooling? From what I remember, those are insanely inefficient and basically require heavy active cooling for the hot side.
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Dredi
WorringlyIndifferentAnd no information on how these "cooling chips" work. Peltier cooling? From what I remember, those are insanely inefficient and basically require heavy active cooling for the hot side.
They ”wobble” on a microscopic level in a specific way, forcing air quickly through a tiny fin stack.

Pretty efficient and easy to dust proof, according to their marketing at least. Will be interesting to see the actual performance soon~ish.
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TechLurker
I remember AirJet; they were working on a piezo-electric based, solid-state "fan" system that basically vibrates membranes to produce airflow, while using very little power. In fact, they recently revealed their finalized modules at CES 2023. I'm hoping these continue to be refined and become available to purchase and utilize in a similar manner to blower fans, if only to improve personal cooling such as neck cooling fans that rely on peltiers, and costume cooling where warranted.
WorringlyIndifferentAnd no information on how these "cooling chips" work. Peltier cooling? From what I remember, those are insanely inefficient and basically require heavy active cooling for the hot side.
There are 2 videos from CES 2023 discussing it. The second video goes into major detail, and even shows live demonstrations in an ultra-thin laptop retrofitted with the AirJet vs an identical stock laptop.


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#4
kondamin
Pcworld has a video up about it

500usd q4 2023…

I wonder if they can add power it over m.2 so ssd can get active cooling built in
same would be nice for ram
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Tek-Check
kondaminI wonder if they can add power it over m.2 so ssd can get active cooling built in
same would be nice for ram
They currently have two sizes for two power ranges. I am sure they will patent more diverse modules, for NVMe drives, more powerful CPU/APU, etc. once they see the market response.
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#6
Shazamy
I'm super excited to see how this performs in the real world. If it delivers on what they promised it could revolutionize cooling in small form factors and laptops.
But I'm trying to keep my hopes low lol
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#7
Tek-Check
ShazamyI'm super excited to see how this performs in the real world. If it delivers on what they promised it could revolutionize cooling in small form factors and laptops.
But I'm trying to keep my hopes low lol
One AirJet mini module can deal with heat from ~4.25W from CPU consuming 1W - so, four of these for 15-20W CPU

One AirJet Pro module can deal with heat from ~ 9W from CPU consuming 1.75W - three of these for 28W CPU in a laptop/mini-PC
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#8
pantherx12
WorringlyIndifferentAnd no information on how these "cooling chips" work. Peltier cooling? From what I remember, those are insanely inefficient and basically require heavy active cooling for the hot side.
Piezoelectric crystals actuate flexible membranes, compressing air and forcing air through small holes that than hit the copper base plate, the air is so high pressure it penetrates through the boundary layer of air around the heat spreader so there is direct heat transfer between the heat spreader and the pressurised air.
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#9
Dredi
Tek-CheckOne AirJet mini module can deal with heat from ~4.25W from CPU consuming 1W - so, four of these for 15-20W CPU

One AirJet Pro module can deal with heat from ~ 9W from CPU consuming 1.75W - three of these for 28W CPU in a laptop/mini-PC
*allegedly.

I’ll wait for 3rd party measurements.
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#10
mikechin
This technology looks very cool (haha) but with any airflow system, intake & exhaust are necessary. The vents for these seem tiny -- what's to prevent dust build-up over time? Are there dust-busting features? What happens if cleaning/vacuuming is ignored?
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#11
Dredi
mikechinthere dust-busting features?
Yes. Also dust proof membrane in the intake.
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