Mini PC is for those who want to experience the power of computing (word, power point, excel, internet surfing, social media, e-mail, day planner and almost all services provided by Google) with in affordable budget. Who want personalized media center at home or who just want to convert their existing stupid Monitor/TV into a smarter one.
Mini PC does not includes monitor and other peripherals. So, you need to consider the price of monitor as well in your budget unless you are planning to connect it with existing TV/Monitor.
Mini PC comes with a wide range of shape and sizes, with choice of different OS. This means you will be no longer troubled by noisy operation (due to cooling fan). No bulky CPU with wires all around back side and the dedicated furniture for PC.
Please note that: Mini PC is not replacement for PC if you are an intense Gamer or a professional who needs to work on Graphics or CAD software.
Here we will go through the choices we have with their advantages and disadvantages as per their OS and function:
ASUS CHROMEBIT-B019C (CS-10)
Powered by: Chrome OS
Chromebit is a smallest Chrome OS device basically a Chrome OS powered PC on a stick. Turning your large monitor or TV into a computer running the latest Chrome OS is easy – simply plug the device into the HDMI port and pair it with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. It gives you all the computing essentials so you can work on Google docs (word, power point, excels), surf internet, catch up with friends, or watch Full HD movies on the big screen.
Features: Full HD graphics performance. Together with 2GB of memory, 16GB of eMMC storage, dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and both USB and HDMI port.
Advantage: Every Chromebit CS10 comes with 100GB of free Google Drive space. You’ll always have access to the files you need as well as your favorite Google services. Your files are automatically synchronized to Google Drive, so you have access to them in the cloud anytime, anywhere. All you have to do is log in to your Google account on any device.
Remix Mini Android PC
Powered by: Remix 2.0 OS (a specially customized operating system for PC based on Android 5.0.)
The World’s First True Android PC – Powered by the Remix 2.0 OS, the Remix Mini allows you to work and play with the entire Android Ecosystem while taking full advantage of intuitive PC features such as a Taskbar, multiple windows, multi-tasking, mouse and keyboard support.
Features: 1.2GHz quad-core cortex A53 (64-bit) Allwinner processor,16 Gb eMMC Internal storage and expandable to 128GB, 2GB DDR3 RAM, Uses WIFI and Bluetooth 4.0, H.265 4K hardware decoding, 1080P HDMI output and support for 1920*1080 Resolution.
Advantage: Supports Wireless Display (WiDi) function
iBall Splendo Stick PC
Powered By: Windows 8.1
The iBall Splendo is powered by Windows 8.1 When connected to a TV, through its HDMI male plug, the device can turn the TV into The fully functional PC. It can be used for work, such as checking emails and document editing. Because of its small size, it is portable and can be carried along while travelling on work as a replacement for the laptop. It can also be used for entertainment purposes, surfing through YouTube/videos, browsing photos and play games on TV.
Feature: Intel Atom Quad-core processor, HD graphics, 2GBRAM with 32GB in-built memory. multi-channel digital audio, a micro SDXC slot, Normal USB port, Micro USB port, Wi-Fi 802.11 b\g\n and in-built Bluetooth 4.0.
Advantage: Free – DuskyDuo 06 2.4GHz Cordless Deskset Keyboard + Mouse
Panache Air PC
Powered By: Windows 10
The Panache Air PC is the perfect addition to your PC. This air PC can be plugged to any device, monitor or HDMI port. It is preinstalled with latest windows 10 to deliver you an unmatched experience. The air PC has a compact and lightweight design that makes it portable and easy to manage.
Feature: 1.33 GHz quad-core Intel Z3735F processor, onboard 2GB RAM and 32GB storage memory, Micro SD card Slot, HDMI connector for ease of connecting to any HDMI display for superb clarity and graphics, Include Wi-Fi & Bluetooth for easy connectivity, USB 2.0 ports for additional Peripheral Connectivity
Intel STCK1A32WFC Compute Stick PC
Powered By: Windows 8.1
A cost-effective computer for home, business, and PC-like embedded applications, the Intel compute stick is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, yet big enough for a quad-core Intel Atom processor and Windows 8.1 operating system. The Intel compute stick delivers a mini PC with full-size performance, reliability, and ease of use so you can work when, where and how you want.
Feature: 1.33 GHz quad core Intel Atom processor,512 MB RAM,Wi-Fi 802.11bgn.
Advantage: It’s the quality product designed and built by the Intel itself.
