Mini PCs 2023 - any good?

[KayElf]

Beelink SER3 Versatile Mini PC W11 Pro, AMD Ryzen 7 3750H(up to 4GHz) 4C/8T, Dual Channel RAM Up to 64GB, Radeon RX Vega 10 Graphics 4K@60Hz Dual Screen Display Support W11(16GB/500GB) S$351.20

Beelink SER Mini PC W11 Pro, AMD Ryzen 5 5500U(up to 4.0GHz) 6C/12T, Mini Computer 16GB DDR4 RAM 500GB NVME SSD, Mini Desktop Computer 4K@60Hz Dual Screen Display WiFi 6 BT5.2 S$399.20

Which is more worth it?

 

[Devilsire]

Beelink SER3 Versatile Mini PC W11 Pro, AMD Ryzen 7 3750H(up to 4GHz) 4C/8T, Dual Channel RAM Up to 64GB, Radeon RX Vega 10 Graphics 4K@60Hz Dual Screen Display Support W11(16GB/500GB) S$351.20

Beelink SER Mini PC W11 Pro, AMD Ryzen 5 5500U(up to 4.0GHz) 6C/12T, Mini Computer 16GB DDR4 RAM 500GB NVME SSD, Mini Desktop Computer 4K@60Hz Dual Screen Display WiFi 6 BT5.2 S$399.20

Which is more worth it?

i think the 5600H @ $448 better unless u dont need the performance

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

can I check the power drawn would be similar

IF I buy a mini pc
vs
mini itx build using SFX PSU ( but I see the smallest SFX in SG is like 500w). Since 90% for gold PSU is probably at 80% load I think it will be efficient rite?

Issue is I may be playing Diablo 4.

Thanks

 

[algerr]

Sorry all, new to this minipc thing...

Browse through some of the mini pc listing.

Most are with 500gb diskspace - no see 1tb.

Are we able to ownself do upgrade to 1tb?

If I want to connect a speaker to this minipc, it's via headphone jack only right?

thanks in advance

 

[Hafi]

Sorry all, new to this minipc thing...

Browse through some of the mini pc listing.

Most are with 500gb diskspace - no see 1tb.

Are we able to ownself do upgrade to 1tb?

If I want to connect a speaker to this minipc, it's via headphone jack only right?

thanks in advance

minisforum and beelink model offers many configuration options... from barebone to 32GB ram and 2TB Nvme options, some latest AMD Ryzen can goes up to 64GB of ram.

If you wish to do the upgrade yourself can order barebone and then add in your own Ram and SSD, very easy to open up the casing and put in the upgrades but then you'll have to install your own Windows and licensing.

Speaker there only 3.5mm output but you can plug your own USB soundcard like the SB X4.

 

[Hafi]

can I check the power drawn would be similar

IF I buy a mini pc
vs
mini itx build using SFX PSU ( but I see the smallest SFX in SG is like 500w). Since 90% for gold PSU is probably at 80% load I think it will be efficient rite?

Issue is I may be playing Diablo 4.

Thanks

dun think so, most mini PCs are using mobile CPU (with iGPU) with roughly 45W TDP so the max power drawn will be less than 100W while mini ITX build are usually desktop grade CPU so adding in additional dedicated GPU card the power drawn will definitely be in the 250W and above range.

Mini PCs with integrated GPU are usually used for productivity and occasional gaming purposes, if you looking to play AAA titles then they are not that powerful or can sustain performance for prolong period of time (you'll wear out the internal fan faster).

 

[Devilsire]

minisforum and beelink model offers many configuration options... from barebone to 32GB ram and 2TB Nvme options, some latest AMD Ryzen can goes up to 64GB of ram.

If you wish to do the upgrade yourself can order barebone and then add in your own Ram and SSD, very easy to open up the casing and put in the upgrades but then you'll have to install your own Windows and licensing.

Speaker there only 3.5mm output but you can plug your own USB soundcard like the SB X4.

or BT

 

[Hafi]

or BT

yeah bluetooth also can but sometime will have slight delay or broken signal + not many PC speakers got BT input (maybe those soundbar type) so choices are quite limited.

Another alternative (for productivity uses) if not particular with sound quality is thru HDMI but your HDMI monitor needs to have built-in speakers. Want to go hardcore abit can route it thru a AVR then you can have 5.1/7.1 sound.

 

[Devilsire]

Dunno whether should pull the trigger or wait for better promo

$293+20 *1.08 = $338 + $67 + $73 = $478

Sent from Poco F3 using EDMWER app!

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

Sorry all, new to this minipc thing...

Browse through some of the mini pc listing.

Most are with 500gb diskspace - no see 1tb.

Are we able to ownself do upgrade to 1tb?

If I want to connect a speaker to this minipc, it's via headphone jack only right?

thanks in advance

got 1TB la browse harder

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

minisforum and beelink model offers many configuration options... from barebone to 32GB ram and 2TB Nvme options, some latest AMD Ryzen can goes up to 64GB of ram.

If you wish to do the upgrade yourself can order barebone and then add in your own Ram and SSD, very easy to open up the casing and put in the upgrades but then you'll have to install your own Windows and licensing.

Speaker there only 3.5mm output but you can plug your own USB soundcard like the SB X4.

is it bro you mentioned that if ownself assy ssd and memory here, need to PM taobao shop ah

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

Dunno whether should pull the trigger or wait for better promo

$293+20 *1.08 = $338 + $67 + $73 = $478

Sent from Poco F3 using EDMWER app!

how come you didnt consider the 7 series ah

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

dun think so, most mini PCs are using mobile CPU (with iGPU) with roughly 45W TDP so the max power drawn will be less than 100W while mini ITX build are usually desktop grade CPU so adding in additional dedicated GPU card the power drawn will definitely be in the 250W and above range.

Mini PCs with integrated GPU are usually used for productivity and occasional gaming purposes, if you looking to play AAA titles then they are not that powerful or can sustain performance for prolong period of time (you'll wear out the internal fan faster).

so here we don't sell the mobile CPU hor..
hmmm so means need to get the 780M ah?
https://www.amd.com/en/processors/ryzen-processors-laptop

 

[Hafi]

is it bro you mentioned that if ownself assy ssd and memory here, need to PM taobao shop ah

the config options on the purchase page should allow you to select or choose barebone, 16Gb Ram/512SSD, 32Gb Ram/1TB etc...

not only can buy from Taobao, Amazon US/SG, or local e-comm platform all got sell... can compare prices first.

recommended brands are Minisforum and Beelink.

 

[Devilsire]

how come you didnt consider the 7 series ah

need topup $172 ($510) for the 7735HS, 680m, DDR5, small power adapter, USB4

my main purpose is save electricity and small profile switching from my desktop, mainly use for media/surfing so....

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

need topup $172 ($510) for the 7735HS, 680m, DDR5, small power adapter, USB4

your 58 no need power block ah?

 

[Hafi]

so here we don't sell the mobile CPU hor..
hmmm so means need to get the 780M ah?
https://www.amd.com/en/processors/ryzen-processors-laptop

barebone comes with mobile CPU inside already... just the Ram/SSD you need to buy & install yourself.

You cannot choose and install CPU yourself cos of proprietary fan/heatsink design in the small enclosure especially the Minisforum some model comes with liquid metal cooling.

 

[laksa2003]

https://www.amazon.sg/Beelink-AMD-R...eelink&qid=1678020135&sprefix=,aps,228&sr=8-5
This is good value to me.
$703 after DBS $8 discount
1-2 days delivery, any issue, just return to amazon.

 

[Hafi]

https://www.amazon.sg/Beelink-AMD-R...eelink&qid=1678020135&sprefix=,aps,228&sr=8-5
This is good value to me.
$703 after DBS $8 discount
1-2 days delivery, any issue, just return to amazon.

GTR6 also got quite good deal last 2 weeks ago $900+ nia

 

[laksa2003]

GTR6 also got quite good deal last 2 weeks ago $900+ nia

now also $903, last day of sales
but $200 difference, 6900Hx and 6800H performance not a lot difference.
not worth to me. 6800H better value

https://nanoreview.net/en/cpu-compare/amd-ryzen-9-6900hx-vs-amd-ryzen-7-6800h

https://www.amazon.sg/Beelink-GTR6-...eelink&qid=1678021084&sprefix=,aps,842&sr=8-9