Pocket Sized Computer | A Portable Personal Computer
We are living in the modern world. These days computers and mobile phones are a significant component of our daily routine, but there are new mini PCs are available in the market. These mini PCs are not like your old school computers, they carry only operating systems, processors, RAM, and even storage media. The pocket sized computer has everything in it. It just needs an external power supply to perform functions. Mini PCs are great space savers and don’t produce any kind of noise. Here are the ten different mini PCs that show us how far computers have, and can, shrink.
Top 10 Pocket Sized Computer:
Now here we mentioned the 10 most amazing mini PCs. All of these mini PCs have different shapes, specifications, and features:
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Hannspree:
This pocket sized computer looks like a USB flash drive but a little bigger than a flash drive. Hannspree mini PC is equipped with an Intel Bay Trail processor with quad-core to boost up processing power. It has 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of media storage. It comes with Windows 8 installed. Just plug this device into the HDMI port of your TV screen and transform it into a fully functional PC. (Price: $177)
Specification:
- Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F quad-core
- RAM: 4 GB
- Storage media: 32 GB eMMC
- OS: Windows 8.1 (preinstalled)
- Dimensions: 110.9 mm x 38 mm x 9.8 mm
Intel® Compute Stick:
This mini PC transforms your TV into a fully functional computer. Intel Compute Stick comes with a Quad-Core processor from the Intel® Atom™ series. This device comes in two OS (Windows 8 OS or Ubuntu 14.04). The windows version of this device has 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage space while the Ubuntu Linux version only has 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of storage space. Both versions come with a built-in microSD card slot so you can expand your memory. This device has one drawback that it has is that it has only 1 USB port. So if you want to use a keyboard and mouse together, you might need a hub. (Price: $110 for Linux & $149 for Windows)
Specification:
- Processor: Intel® Atom™ Processor Z3735F.
- RAM: 1 GB (Ubuntu) and 2 GB (Windows).
- Storage media: 32 GB eMMC.
- OS: Ubuntu 14.04 LTS & Windows 8.1 with Bing.
- Dimensions: 103 mm x 37 mm x 12 mm.
MINIX NEO Z64:
MINIX electronic brand is a manufacture of products mainly for the TV box. But now they introduce the MINIX Z64 which turns you Tv into a personal computer. This Mini PC comes with OS Windows 8.1, 32 GB of eMMC built-in storage, 64-bit Intel Z3735F processor, and 2 GB of DDR3L memory. On this mini PC, you can enjoy full 1080 HD videos and also the XBMC media center. (Price: $161.90)
Specification:
- Processor: Intel Z3735F (64-bit).
- RAM: 2 GB.
- Storage Media: 32 GB eMMC.
- OS: Windows 8.1 with Bing (32-bit)
Zotac ZBOX:
Zotac ZBOX PI320 is a mini PC from the Zotac Pico. This is a small portable mini PC, it is small enough to fit in your pocket, so you can easily take it anywhere. It comes with a Celeron N4100 processor and OS Windows 10 Home in S mode and it allows you to play HD videos. This device comes with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB eMMC. If you want to expand your storage, it also has built-in microSD card slots. (Price: $249.99).
Specification:
- Processor: Intel Atom quad-core.
- RAM: 2 GB.
- Storage Media: 32 GB eMMC.
- OS: Windows 8.1
- Dimensions: 7.1″ x 7.1″ x 2.3″
Vensmile iPC002:
Vensmile iPC002 is a super-thin mini-computer that has only 10 mm thick. It comes with an Atom Bay Trail quad-core processor that runs Windows 8.1 (pre-installed). This device carries 2 GB RAM and 32 GB of media storage. This amazing pocket-sized computer has a built-in 3000mAh rechargeable battery. So you don’t need to attach an external power supply with it. (Price: $114).
Specification:
- Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F Quad-core.
- RAM: 2 GB.
- Storage Media: 32 GB eMMC.
- OS: Windows 8.1 with Bing.
- Dimensions: 151mm x 90mm x 10mm.
Cloudsto X86 Nano Mini PC:
Cloudsto X86 a is flat mini PC that can easily fit in the pocket of your jeans. This mini PC comes in two different versions, one running Ubuntu 14.04 and another version running Windows 8.1. Slim in size doesn’t mean that it has fewer features, features 3 USB ports, a 3.5mm headphone output, and a Micro SD card slot. It has an Intel Atom Z3735F Bay Trail processor and comes with 2 BG of RAM. Cloudsto X86 offers you 32GB of internal storage, but as we mentioned it also has a MicroSD slot so you can expand your memory. It also has a built-in 3000 mAh re-chargeable battery which you can even use to charge your smartphone. (Price: €129.99).
Specification:
- Processor: Intel Atom Z3735F Quad-core
- RAM: 2 GB.
- Storage Media: 32 GB.
- OS: Windows 8.1 and Ubuntu 14.04.
- Dimensions: 148mm x 79mm x 9mm.
Asus VivoMini UN62:
This mini PC comes in two versions, Intel Core i3 and Intel Core i5 with RAM of up to 16 GB. VivoMini UN62 requires very low power consumption and doesn’t make any noise, releasing only 26.3dB at full load which is 60% lower than an average computer. Its integration with SonicMaster Technology offers you 4K/UHD quality images to your screen and good sound quality. The best thing is, this device runs only 6.95 Watts and it comes with fast-charging technology. (Price: $318.27)
Specification:
- Processor: 4th Gen Intel® Core™ processors (Core i3 and i5).
- RAM: 4 GB Up to 16 GB.
- Storage Media: 32 GB Up to 256 GB mSATA SSD.
- OS: Windows 8.1 Pro.
- Dimensions: 131mm x 131mm x 42mm.
MSI Cubi:
As you know the MSI is one of the leading brands in the computer market. Now MSI introduced a mini-computer that is sold as “barebones” computers, which means you can expand your memory, storage, and operating systems yourself. You can be built your own computer and fit it with the specs you want. You can add up to 16 GB of RAM and install an additional 2.5″ HDD to expand your storage. For the processor you can choose from:
- Intel® Pentium™ 3805U
- Celeron™ 3205U
- Core i3™ 5005U
- Core i5™ 5200U
It requires only the power supply of 30 watts of power. (Price: from $168)
Specification:
- Processor: Celeron, Pentium, or Core i3, Core i5.
- RAM: 2 GB – 16 GB.
- Storage Media: 2.5″ HDD/SSD.
- OS: Windows 8.1/7.
- Dimensions: 115mm x 111mm x 35mm.
Meerkat:
Meerkat has a beautiful and elegant design, it has a smart and unique design which looks elegant. This mini PC is also a barebone computer. You can configure the hardware for your mini PC before buying it from its website. It offers you two different processor options Intel® Core i3-5010U or i5-5250U. This device comes with 4 GB up to 16 GB of RAM and SSD from 32 GB to 500 GB. On the official website of this product, you can also add other devices like keyboard, speakers, monitor, and mouse. (Price: from $499).
Specification:
- Processor: 5th Gen Intel® Core i3-5010U or i5-5250U.
- RAM: Up to 16 GB.
- Storage Media: M.2 SATA SSD, 2.5″ drive. Up to 2.5TB total.
- OS: Windows 8.1 with Bing.
- Dimensions: 114.3mm x 111.76mm x 48.26mm.
Intel NUC:
Next Unit of Computing is Intel’s take on the mini PC. This mini PC contains a 5th Generation Intel Core i5-5250U processor. This device doesn’t come with storage, RAM, and OS, so you need to install these things by yourself. You can plug in up to 16 GB RAM and for the internal storage, this device has M.2 slots for SATA or PCle SSD. If you also want SSD/HDD in your device, you can opt for another taller model with larger storage space. This device offers you Intel HD Graphics 6000 which is good for 4K videos. (Price: $399).
Specification:
- Processor: Intel Core i5-5250U.
- RAM: Up to 16 GB.
- Dimensions: 4.5″ x 4.4″ x 1.3″.
A Few Word Form Tech Hub Gadgets:
These days the technology is getting advance and advance. Now you can take your PC anywhere in your pocket. There are several different companies in the market that are manufacturing pocket sized computer. These computers have different kinds of specifications and features. It also can change your TV on your personal computer. Above in this article, we listed the 10 best mini-computers that you can buy these days. We hope you like this article, let us know your reviews in the comment section.