Mini PC

Intel NUC performance without the NUC price. The Ryzen 5560U may be a couple years old, but it performs so similarly to the new Ryzen 5 7530U that most users would be unable to tell the difference especially for basic HTPC purposes. The SER5 is quite the bargain for just $230 USD complete with Windows 11.
AMD Ryzen 5 5560U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 6 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 439 g

Compact gaming PC! Compact mini PCs with dedicated graphics cards aren't all too widespread at the moment. Nevertheless, Minisforum's Neptune Series HX77G is a compact mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and an AMD Radeon RX 6600M. We have taken a closer look at this device and have analyzed its performance with the help of a variety of benchmarks and current games.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Radeon RX 6600M | 1.6 kg

Small size, big CPU. If you want to maximize processor performance while minimizing form factor, then the OptiPlex Micro Plus 7010 has you covered. It runs a bit hot to say the least, but that is arguably preferable over any extreme throttling measures.
Intel Core i7-13700 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | 1.2 kg

A Cyberpunk cassette-styled home server. The ZimaBlade single-board computer (SBC) aims to continue where its predecessor, the ZimaBoard, left off, by making it as easy as possible for any consumer to get to know all about home servers and simultaneously offer extremely inviting and multifaceted hardware for enthusiasts looking to tinker and experiment. We test whether this works and also look at which benefits the Zimaboard offers.

Modern SoC and lots of plastic! Based on the Intel Core i5-12450H, the NiPoGi CK10 aims to woo buyers. At first glance, it seems promising, as the Alder Lake SoC offers 8 cores, after all. However, with a limited power target, the processor wasn't capable of showing all it could've done. In this review featuring a variety of benchmarks, you can find out about what effect this limitation has.
Intel Core i5-12450H | Intel UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) | 481 g

Is AMD's Cezanne still fast enough? Design-wise, the Geekom A5 is similar to the well-known Intel NUC mini PCs which are nowadays marketed by Asus. Although an 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 5800H is at work under the hood, the SoC no longer belongs to the newest models on the market. We have analysed the Geekom A5's performance to see if it is currently still worth your money.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 555 g

6W 12th gen Alder Lake-N CPU. The N100 is a decent upgrade over an old Celeron or Atom while keeping costs under US$200, but it's barely any better than the N95 if you're looking for even more affordable alternatives.
Intel Processor N100 | Intel UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N) | 335 g

Good and affordable! With the Intel Core i5-12450H, the Minisforum Venus Series UN1245 receives a powerful SoC without going overboard with the price. However, you'll have to make do without a premium metal case. Read on, to discover just how well the device does in our extensive, measurement and benchmark-packed review.
Intel Core i5-12450H | Intel UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) | 545 g

Classic AMD vs. Intel. The NucBox K3 Pro is the AMD alternative to the NucBox K2 each sporting the same chassis design but with different internals. The NucBox K3 Pro model name may sound newer and faster, but it's clearly inferior to the NucBox K2 when it comes to performance.
Intel Core i7-12650H | Intel UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) | 396 g

A sensible feature? With the AM20, Acemagic has released a mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735H and an AMD Radeon 680M. Despite its compact form factor, three mass storage drives can be installed and an inductive charging station is hidden in the case lid. Our review reveals whether this device has what it takes to impress in everyday use. Read on, and learn everything you need to know about the Acemagic AM20.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735H | AMD Radeon 680M | 339 g

Black hunk of plastic! Will the Acemagic AD15 with Intel Core i7-11800H prove to be a good everyday companion in our test? We take a detailed look at what can be expected from the SoC that is more than three years old at this point. Using numerous measurements and benchmarks, we evaluate the performance of the Acemagic AD15 against its competitors and will lay out its advantages and disadvantages here.
Intel Core i7-11800H | Intel UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) | 765 g

Performance sucker. As Intel itself no longer makes mini PCs, other manufacturers have been quick to fill the gap. BMAX is a Chinese manufacturer which has low prices to offer. Its top-of-the-range model, the B7 Power, offers an Intel Core i7-11390H, quiet fans and is well suited for office work. In this review, we have taken a closer look at how well the Mini PC performs in everyday use and how it did in our tests.
Intel Core i7-11390H | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 363 g

Big bang for the buck. The NucBox K2 skips being flashy and "innovative" for cheaper starting prices while maintaining as much performance as possible. The accessible NucBox K2 should be a top pick for most home and HTPC users on a budget.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Radeon 680M | 440 g

Office or gaming - or both? Minisforum is one of the few manufacturers that has dared to house a current Intel graphics card as a dedicated graphics card within a mini PC. The Neptune Series HN2673 brings together the Intel Arc A730M and the Intel Core i7-12650H. In this review, we have summarized the most important aspects including a range of benchmarks and measurements.
Intel Core i7-12650H | Intel Arc A730M | 1.7 kg