Review: Geekom XT13 Pro (Intel Core i9-13900H) Mini PC

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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In the competitive market of compact computers, Geekom has made a significant impact with its mini PC offerings. This review examines the  XT13 Pro, which is powered by a  Core i9-13900H processor and equipped with 32 GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD, operating on Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the  XT13 Pro includes advanced features such as WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and fast USB ports. 

Review: Geekom AE7 Mini PC with Ryzen 9 7940HS

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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The Geekom Mini AE7 is an elegant mini PC designed for dependable performance. It's equipped with a Ryzen 9 7940HS processor, 32 GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, and operates on an included Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the unit boasts WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and fast USB 4.0 ports are the norm.

Review: ASUS NUC 14 Pro Plus Meteor Lake Mini-PC

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 2

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Following Intel's discontinuation of NUCs equipped with their thirteenth-generation Core processors, Asus has introduced the Asus NUC 14 Pro, leveraging the new Core Ultra silicon. This device is offered in various configurations, with the model under review housed in an expanded case. It features an Intel Core Ultra 7 165H processor, paired with 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1024GB NVMe SSD for storage. Designed with upgradability in mind, both the memory and storage components of the Asus NUC 14 Pro are accessible for future enhancements, catering to users seeking flexible hardware solutions. This shift marks Asus's entry into a niche previously occupied by Intel, positioning it as a noteworthy option in the premium compact PC market.

Review: Geekom XT12 Pro (Intel Core i9-12900H) Mini PC

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 2

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In the competitive market of compact computers, Geekom has made a significant impact with its mini PC offerings, including the Geekom XT12 Pro (Intel). This review examines the  XT12 Pro, which is powered by a  Core i9-12900H processor and equipped with 32 GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, operating on Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the  XT12 Pro includes advanced features such as WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and quick USB ports. 

Review: Corsair One i500 with i9-14900K and RTX 4080 SUPER

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 7

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The Corsair One i500 has updated its compact gaming PC line with a redesigned, slightly larger chassis. This change allows for more standard components, making it less expensive than earlier versions. Although it's less unique now, it still boasts powerful hardware, including an i9-14900K processor and an RTX 4080 SUPER graphics card. To control temperatures, the CPU's power is limited. Notably, the latest model lacks Thunderbolt connectivity, a feature some users might miss. This design shift suggests a move towards more standardized and accessible configurations.

Review: MINISFORUM Venus NAB9 Core i9-12900HK Mini PC

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This Venus series mini-PC incorporates an Intel Core i9-12900HK processor with a peak clock speed of 5.0 GHz, making it proficient for office tasks and even moderate video editing operations. Armed with 32 GB of RAM, a 1TB NVMe SSD, and running on Windows 11 Professional the device is a very handy all-round PC.

Review: Geekom A7 Mini PC with Ryzen 9 7940HS

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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The Geekom Mini A7 is a sleek mini PC designed for dependable performance. It's equipped with a Ryzen 9 7940HS processor, 32 GB RAM, and a 2TB SSD, and operates on an included Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the unit boasts WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and fast USB ports are the norm.

Review: Geekom A5 MiniPC

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 3

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Geekom is a company based in Taiwan, offering you (mainly) a vast range of Mini PCs. We got an A5, based on the Ryzen 7 5800H. It features plenty of flexibility with user-upgradeable RAM (up to 64 GB) and storage (up to 2 TB M.2 2280 and 2 TB 2.5” SATA drive). Released in 2021, the AMD Ryzen7 5800H processor features eight powerful CPU cores that can reach clock speeds of up to 4.4GHz. It is a powerful mini PC with a generous amount of 32 GB DDR4 DRAM (3200 MHz) and a 512 GB NVMe SSD with expandability (and/or adding a SATA drive).

Geekom Mini IT13 Mini PC (Core i9 13900H) review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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The Geekom Mini IT13 is a sleek mini PC designed for dependable performance. It's equipped with an Intel Core i9 13900H processor, 32 GB RAM, and a 2TB SSD, and operates on Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the unit boasts WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and two Thunderbolt ports with a speed of 40 Gbps each.

Minisforum Venus UN305 MiniPC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 2

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MINISFORUM unveiled the reviewed model, the Venus UN305, in May ’23. It debuted with the N100 version; both CPUs come from the 12th-generation Alder Lake-N family (and were presented in Q1’23). The sample we got is powered by an Intel Core i3-N305 processor with a 6M Cache, capable of reaching a peak clock speed of 3.80 GHz, making it well-suited for office tasks and moderate video editing (GPU is clocked at 1.25 GHz), thanks to the eight available cores. The TDP is 15 W.


ACEMAGIC AM20 Pro (Ryzen 7735H) Mini PC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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The ACEMAGIC AM20 is a compact mini PC tailored for low-level gaming and standard work-related tasks. Despite its diminutive size, this device offers robust performance, boasting a Ryzen 7 7735H APU integrated with Radeon Graphics, 32GB of memory, Wifi6E support, dual 2.5 GIGe Ethernet ports, and a wireless Qi charger positioned on the top surface of the mini-PC.

Beelink GTR7 Pro (Ryzen 9 7940HS) MiniPC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 7

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The market for mini PCs has developed greatly in recent years. One of the major players in this arena is Beelink, which has introduced its flagship product called GTR7 Pro, based on the AMD Ryzen 9 7940 HS. This CPU that was launched on 30th April 2023 (and is made in 4nm FinFET technology from TSMC) features eight powerful CPU cores (and sixteen threads) that can reach clock speeds of up to 5.2 GHz (base clock is 4 GHz). It has an L1 Cache of 512 KB, an L2 Cache of 8 MB, and an L3 Cache of 16 MB.

Ace Magician AM08 Pro Mini PC review

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The Ace Magician AM08 Pro is a mini PC specifically designed for (low level) gaming enthusiasts and users who demand high performance in a compact form factor. Powered by the advanced AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processor coupled with the AMD Radeon 680M, it is engineered to deliver substantial gaming capabilities.


MINISFORUM Venus NPB5 Core i5-13500H Mini PC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 2

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This mini-PC incorporates an Intel Core i5-13500H processor with 18M Cache, reaching a peak clock speed of 4.70 GHz, making it proficient for office tasks and even moderate video editing operations. Armed with 16 GB of RAM, a 512 GB SSD, and running on Windows 11 Professional the device is priced at roughly $600


Geekom Mini IT12 Mini PC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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The Geekom Mini IT12 is a compact mini PC engineered for reliable performance, powered by an Intel Core i7-1260P processor, 16 GB of RAM, a 512 GB SSD, and running on Windows 11 Professional. As of current market rates, the device is priced at roughly $600


Geekom Mini IT11 (i7-11390H) review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 1

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Geekom is a company based in Taiwan, offering you’ll (mainly) a find a vast range of Mini PCs. The world of mini PCs is becoming more and more fascinating because they allow you to do more and more things in a tiny space and consume less energy. We got a Mini IT11 that looks (based on the specs) like a solid one. It features plenty of flexibility with user-upgradeable RAM (up to 64 GB) and storage (up to 2 TB M.2 2280 and 2 TB 2.5” SATA drive). 


ASUS Geekom AS6 PN53 Mini PC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 3

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Geekom AS 6 Mini PC Series: Impressive Configuration with AMD Ryzen 6000H Processors. The series offers two processors from AMD's Ryzen 6000H series. In addition to the Ryzen 7 6800H, users can opt for the Ryzen 9 6900HX, equipped with eight cores, 16 threads, and a peak clock speed of 4,900 MHz.


Intel NUC 13 Pro (Arena Canyon) review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 12

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Intel NUC 13 represents a consolidated approach to PC computing by deviating from traditional pre-fabricated models. This compact yet efficient computing solution upholds performance standards while offering the added convenience of a small form factor.


Beelink SER5 Pro (Ryzen 7 5800H) mini PC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 25

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Beelink SER5 Pro Mini PC unleashed the Power of the AMD Ryzen7 5800H Processor in a price-competitive solution. Released in 2021, the AMD Ryzen7 5800H processor features eight powerful CPU cores that can reach clock speeds of up to 4.4GHz. Armed with 16GB DDR4 DRAM and a 500GB +NVMe SSD with the option of expandability, this is a very powerful mini PC.


Beelink SER6 (Ryzen 7 6800H) mini PC review

Mini and Desktop PCs 46 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 3

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Beelink has just released a new, tiny product that packs a serious punch—presenting the SER6. A small and relatively silent 8-core PC powered by AMD's Ryzen 7 6800H processor. This mini PC packs a 500GB NVMe SSD, 2.5 Gigabit/s Ethernet, WIFI6, Bluetooth, USB4, HDMI and 32GB Dual channel DDR5 RAM.