Our daily activities are so powered by our computers and mobile devices
that it was only a matter of time before mini PCs came to be. Like their
much larger, old school counterparts, these mini computers carry
processors, operating systems, RAM and even storage media but only need a
fraction of the power supply to function, and also a fraction of the
price tag to own.
But for those who are on a tight budget or who are always on the go, perhaps these mini computers are the solution they seek. Here are 10 mini PCs that show you how far computers have, and can, shrink.
1.Hannspree
To use, just plug Hannspree into the HDMI port in your monitor or TV screen, and you can use it as your personal computer. (Price: $177)
The Intel Computer Stick transforms your TV into a full computer. It
uses a Quad Core processor from the Intel® Atom™ series. You can choose
whether Windows 8 OS or Ubuntu 14.04. Windows has 2 GB RAM and 32 GB of
on-board storage while the Ubuntu Linux version only has 1 GB of RAM and
8 GB of storage. Need more storage? Use the microSD card slot to get
more.(Price: $149 for Windows; $110 for Linux)
VivoMini UN62
is equipped with Intel Core i3 or i5 with RAM of up to 16 GB. It also
requires low power consumption and is pretty quiet enough, releasing
only 26.3dB at full load; that’s 60% quieter than the average computer
in the market. Its integration with SonicMaster Technology offers good
sound quality and it can output 4K/UHD quality images to your screen.Best of all, it can run on a power supply of only 6.95 Watts and it comes with fast-charging technology. (Price: $318.27)
Here’s a flat mini PC that can fit in the back pocket of your jeans.
This mini computer from Cloudsto comes with two variety, one running
Windows 8.1 and another version running Ubuntu 14.04. Don’t let the size
fool you, it features 3 USB ports, Micro SD card slot and a 3.5mm
headphone output. This mini computer runs on Intel Atom Z3735F Bay Trail
processor with 2 GB of RAM.The available storage is 32 GB, but is extendible with microSD. Cloudsto
has a built-in 3000 mAh battery which you can even use to charge your
smartphone. (Price: €129.99)
MSI Cubi
computers are sold as "barebones" computers, which means you have to
add the memory, storage, and operating systems yourself. Another way of
looking at it is that you get to build your own computer and fit it with
the specs you want. You can add between 2 GB and 16 GB of memory and
install an additional 2.5" HDD for a bigger storage capacity. For the
CPU, you can choose from:
But for those who are on a tight budget or who are always on the go, perhaps these mini computers are the solution they seek. Here are 10 mini PCs that show you how far computers have, and can, shrink.
1.Hannspree
To use, just plug Hannspree into the HDMI port in your monitor or TV screen, and you can use it as your personal computer. (Price: $177)
The Specs
- Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F quad-core
- Memory: 4 GB
- Space: 32 GB eMMC
- Operating System: Windows 8.1 (preinstaled)
- Dimensions: 110.9 mm x 38 mm x 9.8 mm
The Specs
- Processor & RAM: Intel® Atom™ Processor Z3735F
- Memory: 2 GB (Windows) and 1 GB (Ubuntu)
- Space: 32 GB eMMC
- Operating System: Windows 8.1 with Bing & Ubuntu 14.04 LTS
- Dimensions: 103 mm x 37 mm x 12 mm
The Specs
- Processor: 4th Gen Intel® Core™ processors (Core i3 and i5)
- Memory: 4 GB Up to 16 GB
- Space: 32 GB Up to 256 GB mSATA SSD
- Operating System: Windows 8.1 Pro
- Dimensions: 131mm x 131mm x 42mm
The Specs
- Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F Quad-core
- Memory: 2 GB
- Space: 32 GB
- Operating System: Windows 8.1 and Ubuntu 14.04
- Dimensions: 148mm x 79mm x 9mm
- Intel® Celeron™ 3205U
- Intel® Pentium™ 3805U
- Intel® Core i3™ 5005U
- Intel® Core i5™ 5200U
The Specs
- Processor: Celeron, Pentium, or Core i3
- Memory: 2 GB – 16 GB
- Space: 2.5″ HDD/SSD
- Operating System: Windows 8.1/7
- Dimensions: 115mm x 111mm x 35mm
