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Nofflink M500-5405U (Source: Nofflink)

Nofflink M500 mini PC in review: Energy-efficient office PC and streaming client with an Intel SoC and 32 GB of RAM

Compact office computer. The Nofflink M500 is a mini PC for day-to-day office use. In this review, we will take a closer look at the base model with the Intel Pentium Gold 5405U.
Intel Pentium Gold 5405U, UHD Graphics 610, 657 g
Sebastian Bade, 28 Jun 2022 16:14
A refreshed Mac mini may feature a redesigned chassis, as well as newer Apple silicon. (Image source: Charles Patterson)

Analyst outlines details for next Mac mini and Apple's first mixed-reality headset

Mark Gurman claims that Apple will bring M2 series chipsets to the Mac mini, currently available with Apple M1. However, Gurman also believes that the Apple M2 will power Apple's inaugural mixed-reality headset, likely providing it with more horsepower than the Meta Quest 2 has.
Alex Alderson, 27 Jun 2022 16:10
The upcoming "Serpent Canyon" mini PC features a generous port selection. (Image Source: Baidu)

Intel NUC 12 “Serpent Canyon” gaming mini PC coming soon with i7-12700H CPU and Arc A770M dGPU

The all-Intel system offer will soon expand with the addition of a NUC 12 "Serpent Canyon" gaming mini PC that is powered by mobile-grade components like the i7-12700H processor and the Arc A770M dGPU with 16 GB of VRAM. The system chassis appears larger due to the improved cooling solution, but this also brings a much robust port selection that includes 2x Thunderbolt 4 and 2x DP 2.0 connectors.
Bogdan Solca, 22 Jun 2022 14:32
The first Ryzen Embedded R2000 will launch this October. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD announces Ryzen Embedded R2000 SoCs with Zen+ cores

Highlights for the new Embedded R2000 series include up to 4 Zen+ cores with 8 threads, support for dual-channel DDR4-3200 and 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, and up to an 8 CU iGPU that can easily handle 4x 4K video outputs.
Bogdan Solca, 21 Jun 2022 18:32
Beelink U59 Mini-S mini PC review: The super inexpensive Intel NUC HTPC alternative

Beelink U59 Mini-S mini PC review: The super inexpensive Intel NUC HTPC alternative

A beeline to affordability. The Beelink U59 Mini-S is cheap enough to be a respectable alternative to the typical smart TV dongles or media players from Google, Amazon, Apple, or Roku especially for users who want the versatility of a Windows environment.
Intel Celeron N5095, UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 16 EU), 279 g
Allen Ngo, 19 Jun 2022 20:36
The highly-efficient passive cooling system on the Nimbus mini PCs can handle the latest Alder Lake-T processors. (Image Source: Cirrus7)

Cirrus7 readies Nimbus v5 silent mini PCs with Intel Alder Lake-T processors

Cirrus7 allows users to customize the new Nimbus v5 for a wide range of budgets with a handful of motherboard options, 8 to 64 GB of RAM, up to 20 TB storage and processors ranging between a Celeron G6900 and a Core i9-12900T.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Jun 2022 15:15
The MiniAir 11. (Source: GEEKOM)

GEEKOM launches its latest MiniAir 11 PC with 11th-gen Celeron silicon and Windows 11 Pro out of the box

GEEKOM has launched what it appears confident will become a user's next "everyday mini PC". Its compact chassis has dual USB type-C ports, dual monitor support and is VESA-mountable. The MiniAir 11 also has an introductory ~US$39 discount off its normal starting price at the moment.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jun 2022 17:03
The 2022 Mac mini/2023 Mac mini will likely feature chips from the new Apple M2 series. (Image source: LeaksApplePro/Apple - edited)

Apple Mac mini leak reveals delayed release date, additional I/O options, and obligatory price hike

New details in regard to the 2022/2023 Apple Mac mini have turned up. There were some expectations that the powerful mini computer would make an appearance at WWDC22, but it appears there has been a delay in production. Updated renderings of the Mac mini show it with additional ports, but these extras come at a cost.
Daniel R Deakin, 09 Jun 2022 18:20
Primestation Pulsar

Primestation Pulsar desktop PC review: AMD Ryzen Pro with passive cooling and sustainable production

Powerful and silent! Prime Computer has a very particular vision with the Primestation Pulsar. The concept of the powerful office PC is to be sustainable in all regards. We take a closer look, running it though our tests, and find that the fanless concept can be quite convincing.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G, Vega 8, 4.2 kg
Sebastian Bade, 07 Jun 2022 02:41
A colorful Mac Mini (2022) render. (Source: ZONEofTECH)

Mac Mini (2022) is slated to launch with M1 Pro and M2 variants according to placeholder retail listings

The Apple Mac Mini is thought to get an upgraded model in 2022. Now, according to some new pages on a well-known online retail site, it may get more than one this year, in fact. They may differ in terms of new M-series processors, and also, should the vendor have gotten this right, form factor.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jun 2022 13:52
The new Venus series comes with active cooling, hence the tchicker profile. (Image Source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM readies Venus UMF560 mini PC with AMD “Barcelo” Ryzen 5 5625U APU

The new Venus UMF560 mini PCs are powered by the Ryzen 5 5625U APU with Radeon Vega 7 iGPU. These models are refreshed versions of the original Ryzen 5000U models, but feature slightly higher clocks. Thanks to four 4K connectors, MINISFORUM's Venus systems are ideal for HTPC use cases.
Bogdan Solca, 01 Jun 2022 17:38
The Neptune HX90G will be available in multiple configurations, all with Radeon RX 6650M graphics. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM Neptune HX90G: New details outlined for upcoming supercharged mini-PC

MINISFORUM has confirmed a few more details about the Neptune HX90G, its 150 W mini-PC. Not only will the company equip the Neptune HX90G with a colossal heatsink, it will also pre-apply liquid metal to the machine's CPU and its Radeon RX 6650M GPU.
Alex Alderson, 31 May 2022 13:08
Minisforum EliteMini B550

Minisforum EliteMini B550 Review: Compact Mini PC with an external graphics card

Mini Gaming PC! Minisforum is already well known to many as a manufacturer of Mini PCs. But up until now its portfolio hasn't included a really powerful gaming PC. The Minisforum EliteMini B550 is about to change that. Your choice of dedicated graphics card allows you to determine graphics performance.
AMD Ryzen 7 5700G, Vega 8, 1.1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 31 May 2022 11:46
Slightly larger than your average mobile phone. (Image Source: HDPLEX)

World’s most compact power supply: HDPLEX readies the 250 W passive GaN AIO ATX

Its remarkably compact size and the passive cooling system make the new GaN-based PSU from HDPLEX ideal for small form-factor systems. This PSU is rated for 94% efficiency, comes with modular design and users can even sync two units together to supply more powerful components.
Bogdan Solca, 26 May 2022 17:28
The new ZBOX Q PC. (Source: ZOTAC)

Computex 2022 | ZOTAC's new ZBOX Q-series PC is touted as an ultra-slim pro-grade workstation

ZOTAC's latest addition to the ZBOX Q line has a mini-PC form-factor; however, with its NVIDIA RTX A4500 graphics and Intel Core i7-11800H processor, the OEM also now asserts that it qualifies as the "world's thinnest professional workstation" at the time of its launch. It boasts Thunderbolt 4 (albeit via just 1 port), Killer 10/100/1000/2500 Ethernet and dual HDMI 2.1 ports.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2022 20:01
The VR GO 4.0. (Source: ZOTAC)

Computex 2022 | ZOTAC VR GO 4.0 launches as an "industry-leading wearable PC"

ZOTAC has unveiled the latest generation of its VR GO PC at Computex 2022. It consists of a purpose-built form-factor that can be mounted on a compatible backpack shell (included in the box) for unencumbered extended reality (XR) gaming. Therefore, the user can go around with the GO 4.0's updates to a Tiger Lake platform and RTX graphics literally on them, although they will have to bring their own wired headset.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2022 19:27
Project Volterra is a stackable desktop PC based on the Snapdragon 8cx Gen3. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Project Volterra: Stackable mini-PC introduced with what could be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen3

Microsoft has unveiled Project Volterra, a mini-PC that looks like a black Mac mini. The comparisons do not stop there though, as Microsoft has equipped Project Volterra with a Snapdragon SoC. Thought to be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen3, Project Volterra is also stackable but will only be available as a developer kit.
Alex Alderson, 24 May 2022 19:26
The ultra-portable Zotac Zbox P1336 Pico mini PC is now official (image via Zotac)

Zotac Zbox P1336 Pico: Small form factor PC unveiled with a Celeron N6211 processor, Windows 11 and dual 4K monitor support

The Zotac Zbox PI336 Pico is now official with an Celeron N6211 processor, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, a VESA mount, Wi-Fi 6E and the ability to output two video streams at 4K 60 FPS. Its price and availability will be confirmed later.
Anil Ganti, 24 May 2022 15:27
Zotac ZBOX Magnus EN173070C (Source: Zotac)

Zotac ZBOX Magnus review: GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and Tiger Lake SoC in a 2.65 Liter case

A compact gaming PC! The Magnus series from Zotac has already been known for a while. At this point, the series also includes some compact desktop PCs that are supposed to serve as work machines or as in this case, a full-blown gaming PC. The equipment reminds us of a good gaming laptop, since the compact build requires a well-designed cooling system. Find out in this review, how this worked out and what you can expect from the mobile GeForce RTX 3070.
Intel Core i7-11800H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU, 1.8 kg
Sebastian Bade, 22 May 2022 22:56
World's first mini PC with Radeon RX 6650M dGPU (Image Source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM announces the Neptune HX90G mini PC with AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX APU and RX 6650M dGPU

The new Neptune series is advertised as the world's first mini PC lineup with AMD RDNA2 dGPUs. MINISFORUM is planning to first release a Ryzen 9 5900HX + Radeon RX 6650M model, followed by Ryzen 9 6900HX and Intel Alder Lake variants with the same dGPU.
Bogdan Solca, 20 May 2022 17:38
Budget solution with 2019-level performance. (Image Source: MINISFORUM)

DeskMini UM350 with Manjaro Linux is MINISFORUM's most affordable mini PC yet at US$299

US$299 gets you a Ryzen 5 3550H with Vega 8 iGPU plus 256 GB of SSD storage, but no RAM. For US100 more you can also get 16 GB of RAM and up the storage to 512 GB, however. Manjaro Linux is also streamlined to work on budget solutions.
Bogdan Solca, 18 May 2022 19:04
The PN63-S1 starts at a Core i3-1115G4 and tops out at a Core i7-11370H. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS PN63-S1: Retailers begin selling sub 1-litre mini-PC from $329

US retailers have started offering the PN63-S1, ASUS' 0.9-litre mini-PC. The ASUS PN63-S1 starts at US$329 with a Core i3-1115G4 processor and rises to US$619 for the more powerful Core i7-11370H. All prices are for barebones systems without storage or RAM.
Alex Alderson, 06 May 2022 19:47
Is the Chromebook's heyday over already? (Source: Lenovo)

Chromebook shipments plummet from their 2021 heights in the latest PC market figures

Canalys' latest report on the PC market concludes that its shipments dropped during the first quarter of 2021 (1Q2021), albeit only by about 3%. When broken down by type, the research suggests that Chromebooks were responsible for this contraction. Then again, there were some positive signs, such as tablet sales that took off in Asia-Pacific during the quarter.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 May 2022 23:12
The Chuwi RZBOX 2022 resembles its predecessor, which is less than a year old. (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi RZBOX 2022 announced with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800H APU

Chuwi has announced a new version of the RZBOX, a mini-PC based around AMD Ryzen APUs. Previously available with the Ryzen 9 4900H, the RZBOX will soon be orderable with the newer Ryzen 7 5800H. Potentially, the RZBOX 2022 will only offer minor performance gains over its predecessor, though.
Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2022 20:36
The ASUS PN80 has a single processor option and retails for US$1,299 in the US. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS PN80: Intel Tiger Lake-powered mini-PC arrives with numerous drive bays and ports

ASUS has launched the PN80, a 200 x 200 x 60 mm mini-PC that relies on the Core i7-11700B processor. The ASUS PN80 costs US$1,299 and has four drive bays, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2022 17:21
Chuwi updates LarkBox X mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 3750H CPU and AMD RZ608 Wi-Fi 6 (Source: Chuwi)

Chuwi updates LarkBox X mini PC with faster AMD Ryzen 7 3750H CPU and AMD RZ608 Wi-Fi 6

The affordable mini PC is expected to be a slight improvement over last year's model in terms of performance while offering significantly faster WLAN transfer rates and more video output options.
Allen Ngo, 28 Apr 2022 03:47
The M2 Mac mini is expected to be slimmer than the M1 variant and with greater connectivity options. (Image source: John Prosser & Ian Zelbo (concept)/Apple - edited)

Apple M2 Mac mini now hotly tipped to be joining the M2 MacBook Air at WWDC 2022

An updated model of the popular Apple Mac mini has been tipped to be the mysterious Mac device that is most likely to join the MacBook Air in a reveal at Apple’s upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), which takes place in June. Just like the refreshed MacBook Air, the new Mac mini is expected to sport Apple M2 silicon.
Daniel R Deakin, 21 Apr 2022 19:48
Beelink SEi8 review: Uncommon Core i3-8109U for a new mini PC

Beelink SEi8 review: Uncommon Core i3-8109U for a new mini PC

Can a 4-year old Core i3 keep up? If you want something faster than Celeron or Atom without needing to overpay for the latest Core i5 or Core i7 solutions, then this affordable Beelink SEi8 may fit the bill.
Intel Core i3-8109U, Iris Plus Graphics 655, 346 g
Allen Ngo, 20 Apr 2022 08:27
The 4X4 chassis measures 110.0 x 117.5 x 47.85mm. (Image Source: ASRock)

ASRock announces 4X4 BOX-5000 Series mini PC systems powered by AMD's Ryzen 5000U APUs

The new BOX-5000 mini PCs are powered by AMD's Ryzen 7 5800U, Ryzen 5 5600U and Ryzen 3 5400U APUs that can be coupled with up to 64 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM and a combo of NVMe + SATA3 storage solutions. There is support for 4X 4K video outputs and ASRock includes an M.2 module that adds Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Apr 2022 17:14
The MINISFORUM TH60 comes in one colour and memory configuration. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM Elitemini TH650: Apple Mac mini lookalike is orderable with an Intel Core i5-11260H processor

The MINISFORUM Elitemini TH60 is a powerful mini-PC powered by a 45 W Intel processor. While the Elitemini TH60 resembles the Apple Mac mini, MINISFORUM has included more usable ports, such as DisplayPort and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, at no extra cost.
Alex Alderson, 12 Apr 2022 14:42
Beelink SER4 mini PC review: AMD Zen 2 is still giving Intel NUC a run for its money

Beelink SER4 mini PC review: AMD Zen 2 is still giving Intel NUC a run for its money

The Ryzen 7 4800U is aging pretty well. By moving from the Zen+ Ryzen 7 3750H to the Zen 2 Ryzen 7 4800U, the SER4 has made the SER3 obsolete. The Ryzen 7 4800U continues to closely match or sometimes exceed the fastest Intel NUCs powered by 11th gen Core i5-1135G7 or Core i7-1165G7 CPUs.
AMD Ryzen 7 4800U, Vega 8, 494 g
Allen Ngo, 10 Apr 2022 03:57
Intel NUC 12 Dragon Canyon review with Intel Core i9-12900

Intel NUC 12 Dragon Canyon review with Intel Core i9-12900

Gaming PC or workhorse? The current Intel NUC 12 Extreme Kit includes the Compute Element we already know. Yet there are still some essential changes, since with a socketed CPU based on the LGA1700, the Compute Element can even house various processors. With the preinstalled Intel Core i9-12900, you currently get a really fast and compact system.
Intel Core i9-12900, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Sebastian Bade, 05 Apr 2022 23:47
The Intel NUC 12 or NUC 12 Studio Pro will pack a punch thanks to its Intel Alder Lake-P processors. (Image source: Chiphell)

Intel NUC Studio 12 Pro: Wall Street Canyon mini-PC leaks with Alder Lake-P processors and upgrade options

Intel's next-generation NUC mini-PCs are on their way, with one codenamed 'Wall Street Canyon'. Likely to draw comparisons with the Apple Mac Studio, 'Wall Street Canyon' has numerous upgrade options and will ship with Intel Alder Lake-P processors.
Alex Alderson, 04 Apr 2022 22:09
MINISFORUM B550 mini PC with Ryzen processor (Source: MINISFORUM)

The long-awaited MINISFORUM B550 is finally ready for launch

Still compatible with full-size video cards thanks to an external mounting dock, the MINISFORUM B550 only supports up to 65 W TDP processors. The configurations available for pre-order start at US$499, the price of the barebone variant with a Ryzen 7 4700G processor. The retail package will include the expansion dock for an external GPU.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Apr 2022 19:48
NVMe heatsink with integrated active fan (Image Source: Amazon)

High-end PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs apparently require active cooling: Phison talks solutions to circumvent this on laptops and compact PCs

Adding an actively cooled SSD to spacious desktop builds is not a big deal, but this solution does not work for laptops and mini PCs. In order to solve this problem for the upcoming PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs, Phison recommends a jump from 16 nm to 7 nm along with reducing the NAND channel total. Future SSD generations could also use a totally new connector.
Bogdan Solca, 29 Mar 2022 16:51
Gigabyte BRIX Extreme, 'the most powerful multitasking mini-PC,' unveiled with 12th Gen Intel processors, whisper quiet operation

Gigabyte BRIX Extreme, 'the most powerful multitasking mini-PC,' unveiled with 12th Gen Intel processors, whisper quiet operation

Gigabyte announced the 2022 BRIX Extreme series that it calls the 'most powerful multitasking mini-PC' on account of the up to Core-i7 Intel Alder Lake processing power, and plethora of connectivity options like HDMI 2.1 output or a DisplayPort Alt Mode. The new BRIX Extreme boxes are also whisper quiet, even in 45W TDP boost processor mode.
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Mar 2022 10:59
It seems that software restrictions prevent the Mac Studio from reading higher capacity drives. (Image source: iFixit)

iFixit clarifies Mac Studio upgrade potential as it also tears down Studio Display

Teardown experts iFixit have got to the bottom of the Mac Studio and the state of its upgradability. The website has also investigated the Studio Display, which shares a few similarities with the 24-inch iMac.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2022 17:19
Silent mini PCs with Alder Lake-UE processors (Image Source: ASRock)

ASRock expands silent mini PC lineup with iBOX 1200 models powered by Intel Alder Lake-UE CPUs

Compared to the NUC 1200 BOX mini PCs launched earlier this month, the iBOX 1200 come with a slightly larger chassis and feature lower TDP processors from Intel's Alder Lake-UE family. Despite the limited power scheme, these models can easily handle 4x 4K video signals and feature a robust port selection.
Bogdan Solca, 22 Mar 2022 15:09
The Apple M1 Ultra takes up most of the Mac Studio's logic board. (Image source: Max Tech)

Apple Mac Studio teardown details upgradeable memory and the sheer size of the M1 Ultra SoC

Unlike most other Apple Mac devices, the Mac Studio cannot be easily opened or upgraded. However, a teardown video has showcased that Apple has hidden some upgradability away, although user repairs will be difficult. The same video has also detailed Apple's gigantic M1 Ultra SoC, which dwarves contemporary desktop processors.
Alex Alderson, 21 Mar 2022 00:19
Apple has added the Mac Studio and Studio Display to its already impressive lineup. (Image source: Apple - edited)

Leaker's jam-packed Apple roadmap suggests M1 Ultra Mac Pro for 2022, redesigned 13.3-inch M3 MacBook Pro for 2023, and M3 iMac for 2024

An astonishing Apple M3 and Mac computer roadmap has been shared by a known leaker. The roadmap covers the rest of 2022 up to the start of 2024 and includes details about M3 chip prototypes, M2 MacBook Pro laptops, new format MacBook Air and MacBook Pro devices, and even a price tag for the 2022 MacBook Air.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Mar 2022 07:28
The PN63-S1 features plenty of ports and has upgradable memory. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS PN63-S1 announced with up to an Intel Core i7-11370H processor in a sub 1-litre chassis

ASUS has launched the PN63-S1, another mini-PC by the company. The PN63-S1 features up to 35 W processors and can power three 4K displays, among other features. The PN63-S1 comes with a choice of six processors, including the Core i7-11370H.
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2022 16:59
The Liva Z3 will eventually be available with a choice of three Intel Jasper Lake processors. (Image source: ECS)

ECS Liva Z3: Intel Jasper Lake mini-PC is now shipping for US$195

ECS has started selling the Liva Z3, one of two mini-PCs that the company announced last year. The Liva Z3 comes with Intel Jasper Lake processors, all 6 W parts that have up to 4 cores and 4 threads. The Liva Z3 starts at US$195 with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage.
Alex Alderson, 10 Mar 2022 17:31
The Mac Studio comes in M1 Max and M1 Ultra flavours. (Image source: Apple)

Apple Mac Studio announced with 4.5x the performance of the 27-inch iMac

Apple has unveiled the Mac Studio, a turbo-charged Mac mini and a machine that will be available with the company's latest M1 Ultra SoC. The Mac Studio has more ports than any other Apple Silicon hardware and starts at US$1,999, or US$3,999 for the base M1 Ultra version.
Alex Alderson, 08 Mar 2022 20:17
The MSI MAG Trident S 5M has been a long time coming. (Image source: MSI)

MSI MAG Trident S 5M launches with AMD 5000G APUs and support for future upgrades

MSI has introduced the MAG Trident S 5M, a gaming PC that is slightly larger than an Xbox One X. The 2.6-litre machine offers up to a Ryzen 7 5700G APU, SO-DIMM RAM and upgradable storage, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 08 Mar 2022 15:40
The Steam Deck has numerous powerful rivals to contend with in the handheld console/PC space. (Image source: Valve/various - edited)

3 pricey handheld PCs the Steam Deck has to fight for supremacy

There are many things that set the Steam Deck apart from its competition: its unique SteamOS, its custom AMD APU and an unbeatable starting price. That being said, there are still devices around that will give it a good run for its money, depending on your use case and budget. Here are some of the contenders.
Julian van der Merwe, 07 Mar 2022 21:53
A fully-functional MacBook with an external screen attached (image via DuanRui on Twitter)

Screenless MacBooks masquerading as Mac Minis are selling like hotcakes in China

The Chinese used laptop market has an interesting new fad going on. MacBooks with their screen removed entirely are being sold as standalone computing devices, complete with keyboard/touchpad functionality. Depending on the make/model, it can be bought for as little as RMB 799 (US$127).
Anil Ganti, 07 Mar 2022 16:26
ASRocke's NUC 1200 Box is among the first mini PCs with Alder Lake-P processors. (Image Source: ASRock)

ASRock presents NUC1200 Box mini PCs with up to an Intel Core i7-1260P

The new NUC 1200 Box mini PCs from ASRock can be equipped with a wide variety of processors, including Alder Lake-P and Alder Lake-U/E models. There is support for up to 64 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM, plus an NVMe and SATA drive for storage, while the port selection allows up to 4x 4K connections.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Mar 2022 17:44
Gabe Newell may not have been the hero that 2022 deserved, but he was the hero it needed. Image source: Valve

4 reasons why the Valve Steam Deck is an entirely different beast of a console

Valve finally shipped its Steam Deck handheld console to users in early 2022. While handheld gaming PCs have existed for quite some time, the Steam Deck is in a class of its own and is setting the example for what a mobile gaming computer can look like.
Julian van der Merwe, 02 Mar 2022 20:34
The current Mac mini does not need to be as large as Apple makes it. (Image source: Teddy GR)

Apple Mac mini: YouTuber demonstrates that the Apple M1 mini-PC could be nearly two-thirds smaller than its present size

A YouTuber has managed to shrink the current Mac mini by almost two-thirds without compromising on the performance that the Apple M1 offers. While Apple is unlikely to ever take this radical approach with the next Mac mini, it shows what could be done if Apple paid closer attention to optimising the space within its mini-PC.
Alex Alderson, 02 Mar 2022 17:18
The GMK NucBox2 Plus offers significant upgrades over its predecessor. (Image source: GMK)

GMK NucBox2 Plus launched with substantial performance improvements compared to the NucBox2 and a Thunderbolt 4 port

The NucBox2 Plus is another mini-PC from GMK, but it still packs plenty of power considering its compact form factor. The NucBox2 Plus measures 124.8 x 111.6 x 50.4 mm and features an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor, a Thunderbolt 4 port and replaceable memory, among other hardware.
Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2022 12:49

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Redaktion, 2013-05- 8 (Update: 2013-09-27)