Redragon MPC745 Mini PC: Review, Pros & Cons

Summary

A compact 0.5-liter mini desktop with AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor, Radeon 780M integrated graphics, 16GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB SSD. It supports three displays via HDMI, DisplayPort and USB4, plus 2.5Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6.

Strengths

Powerful Ryzen 7 8845HS CPU handles office, development and media tasks well
Triple display support with HDMI, DisplayPort and USB4 connections
USB4 port supports external GPU docks for future upgrades
2.5Gb Ethernet provides fast wired connectivity
Compact design saves desk space while maintaining good connectivity
Expandable RAM to 32GB and storage to 4TB

Weaknesses

No discrete graphics limits gaming performance for demanding titles
Only one USB4 port may limit simultaneous high-speed devices
Two USB 2.0 ports are slow for external storage
Operating system unclear: manufacturer lists Linux/Ubuntu but doesn’t confirm Windows license
Limited availability: recent listings show sold out at major retailers
SSD generation discrepancy: earlier marketing claimed PCIe 4.0, current specs say PCIe 3.0

Verified specifications

CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, 8 cores/16 threads, 3.8–5.1GHz, 45W TDP
Graphics	Radeon 780M integrated, 12 cores up to 2.7GHz, shared system memory
Memory	16GB DDR5-5600 dual-channel, expandable to 32GB maximum
Storage	1TB M.2 PCIe 3.0 SSD, expandable to 4TB
Size	130 × 130 × 42 mm, approximately 0.5L volume
Displays	HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort mode
I/O	USB4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, two USB 2.0 Type-A, audio combo jack, 2.5Gb Ethernet
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Power	Requires DC adapter (spec not published)
Warranty	Manufacturer states 1 year, direct store claims 2 years

Full research notes and sources

Performance and capabilities

The Ryzen 7 8845HS provides strong multi-core performance for productivity tasks, with eight Zen 4 cores handling simultaneous workloads effectively. The Radeon 780M integrated graphics delivers 1080p gaming performance depending on the title and settings, but cannot handle demanding 4K games at high detail levels.

Real-world performance varies based on workload. Owners report good performance for office tasks, web browsing, media playback and light gaming. The shared memory architecture means RAM is divided between system and graphics, so 16GB may limit performance in memory-intensive applications or games.

External graphics and expansion

The USB4 Type-C port supports external GPU docks, offering a path to upgrade graphics performance. This makes the MPC745 suitable for users who might want discrete gaming performance later without buying a new system. However, eGPU compatibility, bandwidth overhead and stability haven’t been independently tested on this specific model.

The manufacturer’s product page lists “Linux or Ubuntu (Pre-installed)” but doesn’t confirm whether a Windows 11 license is included. Some sources mention Windows tutorials on Redragon’s support site, creating uncertainty about what OS buyers actually receive. Potential buyers should request a system information screenshot and OS confirmation from the seller before purchase.

Storage and memory

The MPC745 comes with 16GB of DDR5-5600 RAM in a dual-channel configuration, with the manufacturer supporting upgrades up to 32GB total. The 1TB M.2 SSD is rated as PCIe 3.0, though earlier marketing materials claimed PCIe 4.0. Storage can be expanded up to 4TB according to the manufacturer.

Build quality and support

Redragon provides a 1-year warranty according to the product page, though their direct store claims a 2-year warranty policy. Support includes tutorial videos for setup and advanced users, but no detailed technical service manual is readily available. Owners have reported receiving updated setup instructions when initial guides were outdated.

Which model this is

This page covers the Redragon MPC745 Mini PC with 16GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB SSD configuration. Do not confuse it with barebone models (no RAM/SSD/OS) or different RAM/storage configurations from other brands. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and Radeon 780M graphics define this model’s performance class.