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The Geekom IT15 mini PC on a desk

I tested this sleek mini PC for a month and I can’t believe how much power they packed into its tiny case

By Anthony Spadafora published

The Geekom IT15 is a compact mini PC with a powerful 2nd gen Intel Core Ultra processor and loads of useful ports but its fan can be distracting when it spins up.

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Geekom IT12 mini PC close up of front ports

I challenged the compact Geekom Mini IT12 with heavy-duty workloads across four monitors — and it never faltered

By Lindsay Handmer published

I ran a heavy workload across four monitors on the Geekom Mini IT12 without a hitch, and its dual USB4 ports, VESA mounting and ample RAM for a mountain of Chrome tabs make it easy to recommend.

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MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG

I spent a week with this AI-powered mini PC and the buttons on the front earned it a permanent spot on my desk

By Anthony Spadafora last updated

MSI’s first Cubi NUC mini PC really impressed me but the latest version is even better with more power under the hood, an integrated fingerprint reader and a dedicated Copilot button.

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Mac mini M4 in hand

Mac Mini with M5 and M5 Pro just tipped to launch this year — here's what we know

By Scott Younker published

Apple is reportedly internally developing Mac Mini computers powered by M5 and M5 Pro chips.

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A mouse and keyboard in front of a TV with the Framework Desktop in the left corner of an entertainment center

I took the Framework Desktop out to my living room — and I can’t believe I’m actually gaming in 4K on an iGPU

By Anthony Spadafora last updated

The Framework Desktop is a powerful mini PC that surprisingly holds its own when gaming at 4K, thanks to a very capable iGPU and AMD’s FSR upscaling tech.

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A number of different mini PCs on a desk with the Framework Desktop front and center

I downsized to a mini PC years ago and I’ve never been happier — these are my top picks

By Anthony Spadafora last updated

These are the best mini PCs you can buy for simple tasks like web browsing and office work to more demanding ones like video/photo editing and even gaming.

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The Framework Desktop on a desk

I tested the Framework Desktop — and it made me rethink everything I knew about mini PCs

By Anthony Spadafora published

The Framework Desktop blends the best parts of PC building with the portability of a mini PC in a small, customizable and powerful package.

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Blackview MP60 mini PC

This $300 Windows PC gives the Mac mini a run for its money

By Shubham Agarwal published

The Blackview MP60 is an affordable mini PC that's arguably better than Apple's Mac mini, especially if you have older accessories or think you'll want to upgrade the PC down the road. Here's why.

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The Satechi SM3 mechanical keyboard with the Mac mini M4 with Satechi's USB hub and stand underneath it on a desk with a Tom's Guide Prime Day deals badge on top

I love the Mac mini M4 but I wouldn’t buy it without these accessories — and they’re still on sale for Prime Day

By Anthony Spadafora last updated

The Mac mini M4 is the perfect mini PC but it’s even better with a USB hub and a matching, full-size mechanical keyboard.

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The Minisforum G1 Pro on a table

I didn’t expect this mini PC that looks like a PS5 to be this powerful or customizable — and now I can’t wait to try it out

By Anthony Spadafora published

Mini PCs come in all shapes and sizes, but this one looks like a console with the upgradability of a gaming PC.

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