GIGABYTE GB-BER7-5800

AMD Ryzen5000UUltimate Mini PC

New Modular Chassis

Low Noise

BRIX Extreme (AMD) Series - Uncompromised Performance

Ryzen 5000U Series Performance

AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Overview

AMD Ryzen™ processors have all the best features to keep you in the game. With great processing power comes the bleeding-edge technologies to support. All AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series processors come with a full suite of technologies designed to elevate your PC’s processing power including Precision Boost 25, Precision Boost Overdrive6, PCIe® 4.0 on select processors and Resi zable BAR.

Optimized for Enthusiasts

• Pair your AMD Ryzen™ processor with a high-performance cooling system for unparalleled performance.

7nm “Zen 3” Architecture

• The world’s fastest processor core for the world’s fastest gaming processors1.

AMD Ryzen™ processors are easy to configure and easy to customize

• Not only are these processors drop-in ready on AMD 500 and select 400* series motherboards with a simple BIOS update, you can easily tweak and tune your processor with Ryzen™ Master and AMD StoreMI.

Small Outside, Powerful Inside

Challenging the essence of how we define a desktop PC, GIGABYTE engineers have developed an ultra compact PC with pure black stylish chassis design. Ideal for a broad range of computing applications at home or in the office, the BRIX expounds sheer simplicity and convenience. With a broad choice of processors covering the entire performance spectrum, the BRIX sets a new standard for desktop miniaturization that makes it perfect as a discreet HTPC/multimedia hub, an ultra-low power PC for the family, an office PC or as a digital signage unit.

The Perfect Compact Home PC

• Living room
• Bedroom
• Kitchen
• Study

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Slim Version

139.1x 134.2 x 43.75mm - 0.77L

The BIOS of GIGABYTE BRIX Mini PC Features TPM 2.0 Function to Support Windows 11 Upgrade

Select Intel^® and AMD models can pass the OS upgrade verification by BIOS setting.

Windows 11 is the latest operating system from Microsoft^®, and features dozens of exciting new functions and Android APP support to effectively improve productivity, system security, and gaming performance. However, most of the users might be confusing that Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 support means they need a TPM module on board for Windows 11 upgrade.

In fact, TPM 2.0 hardware is not a must to pass TPM 2.0 verification. GIGABYTE BRIX mini-PCs are not only known for their world-renowned durability, but also play a leading role in product design, especially when it comes to the TPM 2.0 support in the BIOS. Lots of GIGABYTE Intel^®and AMDBRIX Mini PCs can pass the TPM 2.0 verification of the Windows 11 by simply enabling the TPM-related function in the BIOS, on which Intel^® based chipset (11th Gen Core i / 10th Gen Core i processor) and above platforms will be featured firmware based fTPM function, and on the AMD models will loaded with hardware TPM chip. By this advanced BIOS setting, GIGABYTE BRIX min-PC can pass the TPM 2.0 verification of Windows 11 to prevent TPM 2.0 support becoming an issue to users during their system upgrade.

VDO review of GIGABYTE GB-BER7-5800 Mini-PC

As IT professionals continue to seek compact yet powerful computing solutions for edge computing, remote offices, or digital signage, mini-PCs have evolved significantly to address enterprise-level workloads in increasingly smaller form factors. One standout model in this category is the GIGABYTE GB-BER7-5800, a performance-optimized mini-PC built around AMD’s Ryzen 7 5800U processor. This review will delve into the product’s most prominent strengths, analyze its architecture, and evaluate its performance and deployment capabilities from a practical IT perspective.

1. Exceptional Compute Performance in a Compact Form Factor

The most notable advantage of the GIGABYTE GB-BER7-5800 is undoubtedly its integration of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800U, a high-efficiency 8-core, 16-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture. With a base clock of 1.9 GHz and boost frequencies up to 4.4 GHz, this CPU offers a strong balance of single-thread and multi-thread performance while maintaining power efficiency (15W configurable TDP).

In real-world scenarios, this makes the GB-BER7-5800 an ideal platform for compute-intensive workloads such as virtualization with light VM footprints, software development environments, and certain edge AI inference tasks. Benchmarks reveal strong scores in Cinebench R23 and PassMark, putting it ahead of many other CPUs typically found in mini-PCs.

When compared to traditional small-form-factor (SFF) systems using older Intel Core i5/i7 chips (8th or 10th gen), the GB-BER7-5800 offers a clear uplift in multithreaded performance thanks to its 8 physical cores. For system integrators and IT administrators deploying compact compute nodes for branch-level operations or edge services, this performance density is a major advantage.

2. Versatile I/O and Expansion Options

A common limitation of mini-PCs is their lack of I/O extensibility. The GB-BER7-5800 counters that problem with an excellent array of ports that allow for seamless integration into complex IT environments:

• 1 x HDMI 2.0 + 2 x DisplayPort (via Type-C): Supports triple display output at 4K@60Hz, making it suitable for digital signage, monitoring dashboards, or control room setups.
• 1 x 2.5GbE LAN port: This is a standout feature. Unlike the more standard 1GbE found in most compact systems, 2.5GbE provides significantly higher throughput for data transfer, making it a great fit for fast network-attached storage (NAS), high-speed IP cameras, or low-latency remote access.
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A) + 2 x USB-C: These support high-speed external storage and peripheral devices with 10Gbps throughput.

The dual USB-C ports with DisplayPort Alt Mode are particularly valuable in multi-monitor enterprise deployments or for developers using high-resolution displays.

3. Storage Flexibility

The GB-BER7-5800 provides ample storage flexibility for a mini-PC:

• 1 x M.2 slot (PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe/SATA)
• 1 x 2.5” SATA slot

This hybrid storage option allows IT admins to configure the system with a fast NVMe SSD for OS and high IOPS applications, and a 2.5” HDD or SSD for bulk storage or backups. It’s ideal for use cases such as:

• Small office servers with local data caching
• POS (Point-of-Sale) systems storing transaction logs
• Thin clients with a need for local media files

While the M.2 slot is PCIe Gen3 (not Gen4), it’s sufficient for the performance class of the Ryzen 7 5800U and keeps thermal load within control.

4. Thermal Design and Acoustic Profile

Another area where the GB-BER7-5800 shines is in its efficient thermal management. Despite its compact size (0.6 liters), the chassis is equipped with a low-noise fan and a well-designed heat sink layout that keeps CPU temperatures under control even under sustained loads.

In stress tests using AIDA64 and Prime95, thermal throttling was minimal. The fan curve is tuned for a quiet acoustic profile, averaging 25-28 dB under normal usage, which is excellent for deployment in open office spaces, kiosks, or front-desk environments.

For embedded or 24/7 operation scenarios, thermal stability is crucial. This mini-PC is well-suited for such purposes, including digital signage players, automation controllers, or industrial workstations.

5. Support for Commercial and Enterprise Applications

GIGABYTE designed the GB-BER7-5800 with a focus on commercial applications. This is reflected in:

• VESA mount compatibility: Can be attached to the back of monitors or mounted inside cabinets.
• Remote BIOS configuration and TPM 2.0 support: Enables enterprise security and deployment management.
• Dual-channel DDR4 SO-DIMM (up to 64GB): Scalable memory support for RAM-intensive tasks such as containerized applications or edge analytics.

Moreover, the unit’s compatibility with Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu, and other Linux distributions makes it flexible for varied deployment environments. Whether it's for thin client use, cloud gateway nodes, or edge computing with Docker/Kubernetes, the GB-BER7-5800 delivers.

6. Real-World Use Cases

Edge AI Gateway

Pairing the Ryzen 7 5800U with an external USB AI accelerator (such as a Google Coral TPU or Intel Neural Compute Stick) makes this an effective edge AI gateway for image recognition or sensor data processing.

Remote Branch IT Node

With 2.5GbE, up to 64GB RAM, and NVMe SSD support, it can be configured as a lightweight server for file sharing, device management, or backup services in remote branch offices.

Media Playback & Signage Player

Thanks to its triple 4K display output and solid GPU performance (integrated Radeon Graphics), it is well-suited for 4K video playback, dynamic content rendering, and real-time control systems.

Conclusion: Small but Mighty

In conclusion, the GIGABYTE GB-BER7-5800 offers an outstanding combination of performance, connectivity, and flexibility, especially considering its ultra-compact size. The most prominent highlight is its Ryzen 7 5800U processor, which brings workstation-class multi-threaded performance to a form factor typically reserved for basic computing.

For IT professionals, systems integrators, and solution architects looking to deploy robust, energy-efficient compute nodes in constrained spaces, this unit delivers on multiple fronts. Whether you’re building out edge computing clusters, powering smart retail infrastructure, or provisioning high-performance desktops for developers in a compact office — this mini-PC earns its spot.

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