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Gizmodo
30-07-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
Lenovo All-in-One Desktop (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) Feels Free at 65% Off, With Windows 11 Pro and Accessories
If you've been on the hunt for a new desktop PC, you don't necessarily need a giant tower that consumes all of your desk space. Take a gander at this option from Lenovo instead. It looks like it's just a monitor but it's actually whole desktop computer in one unit. All you need is built right into the screen. It's a display, mouse, and keyboard that does everything. Typically, the Lenovo 24 All-in-One desktop computer will run you $1,999, but for a limited time, Amazon has the cost cut down by a whopping 65%. That brings it to just $700—saving you a crazy $1,299. See at Amazon This stunning and large screen comes in at 23.8 inches, displaying in a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. It's massive size is excellent for working on huge data sheets or viewing media. And since the display has the computer components built-in, your desktop can stay clear for your lunch. Us 'YouTube while we eat' folks have never lived better. It's also great for collaborating with colleagues over video meetings with its built-in HD webcam. Taking a look into this all-in-one Lenovo PC's specs, we're working with an Intel Core i3-N305 processors that can max turbo up to 3.8 GHz with an integrated graphics card. It's got 32GB of RAM which means you'll have no trouble running multiple programs at once. Or if you're like me, you can comfortable keep 20+ browser tabs open because 'I shouldn't close it yet, I might still need it.' For storage, it has a 1TB PCLe NVMe M.2 SSD for even faster loading than a standard hard drive. As far as connectivity options go, the Lenovo all-in-one desktop PC supports WiFi 6 as well as Bluetooth 5.2 to pair with headphones or other wireless accessories. On the underside of the screen, there is an HDMI-out which allows you to connect to a second display—expanding your workspace. Additionally, it has two USB-A 2.0 ports along with two more USB-A 3.2 ports capable of speeds of 10 Gbps. The Lenovo all-in-one desktop computer comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro and is packed with a wireless mouse and wired keyboard. This way you can start using it right away, right out of the box. For a limited time, the Lenovo all-in-one desktop computer has been discounted down by a massive 65%. That brings it from $1,999 down to its lowest price ever of just $699. You'll save both space on your desk from not getting a tower and and extra $1,299 in your bank account. See at Amazon
Gizmodo
18-07-2025
- Gizmodo
Gaming Laptops Have a Secret Weapon Against Desktop PCs, and It Looks a Lot Like the Switch 2
I want a future where we don't need a desktop PC to get the best gaming graphics. Maybe I'm a dreamer who needs to keep on dreaming, but I think that that pie-in-the-sky wonderland is closer to reality than you may think, and all PC component makers need to do is hop on the eGPU train. Better yet, they need to make something that's as easily dockable as a Switch 2, but with the added power of a discrete graphics card that could push a laptop or gaming handheld into a full desktop experience. The recently revealed Razer Core X V2 has been weighing on my mind as much as it seems it would weigh down my desk. At its core, it's an eGPU, or external graphics processing unit. The GPU normally handles the most intensive rendering tasks necessary for high-end creative apps or gaming. Razer's latest version is a $350 shoebox filled with surplus PC parts that could bump up the gaming potential of your average lightweight laptop. It makes use of Thunderbolt 5 connectivity to allow for faster data transfer speeds, though it will only grant those 80 Gbps bidirectional speeds with a compatible device that also has a Thunderbolt 5 port. It's compatible with USB-C-based Thunderbolt 4 laptops and USB 4 handhelds, but those devices also need to support external graphics to get the juice from the discrete GPU. We've seen similar designs from companies like Gigabyte with its recently announced Aorus RTX 5090 AI Box. It's the opposite of what I want to see from an eGPU. Even after you spend the Benjamins on Razer's case, you have to source your own graphics card and power supply with enough wattage to power it. This means you're already halfway there to a mini ATX desktop. It could be so much more. Why does it have to be in a box, anyway? Couldn't an eGPU enclosure be a complete docking station for your laptop or handheld? Imagine how nice it would be, after schlepping around town all day, to take your lightweight laptop, slot it into your desktop battle station, and then be set up for a console-like gaming experience. To keep it low-profile, you would need to engineer some novel ways to power the device and still manage excess heat. Smaller companies like Ayaneo sell the $600 Graphics Starship with an AMD Radeon 7600M XT housed inside. That eGPU has reverse power support for up to four monitors. It's still pretty chunky, which is why the better options for some kind of dockable device lie in laptop GPUs. We could have slimmer boxes with a device-specific slot for a laptop or handheld. It could have enough ports to support multiple monitors and include USB and Ethernet. What I'm saying is: what if Razer combined its Dock Chroma with a laptop-level eGPU? Asus kicked off 2025 with the promise of the XG Mobile eGPU with Thunderbolt 5 support and up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090-level graphics. Gizmodo first saw it in January this year, but it has yet to see the light of day. Asus promised it would be compatible with a $900 Asus ROG Ally X, but we don't yet know how well this could improve the graphics capabilities of the company's most expensive handheld. The upcoming ROG Xbox Ally X with the all-new Xbox-ified version of Windows has the same USB 4 connection, so it will similarly support the XG Mobile should it arrive sometime later this year. As for pricing, all we have right now are rumors, but I don't expect either the Xbox Ally or XG Mobile to be cheap. Desktops will still have the edge in graphics capability above any mobile dock, especially if they house a solid gaming CPU like AMD's leading Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The data speeds will continue to be a hindrance. USB 4's bandwidth maxes out at 40 Gbps, which may not be enough for the highest-end GPUs. Plus, so few handhelds have USB 4 compatibility. You can't hook up a Steam Deck unless you do surgery on your device to enable Oculink—a separate type of fast data connection. We need to wait for the next era of handheld APUs—AKA accelerated processing units—to see if their performance matches up with an external graphics card and makes the setup worth the cost. I'll just keep dreaming until some saint-like Santa figure finally hears my pleas.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Yahoo
Can a Mini PC Replace Your Desktop PC?
We typically see desktop PCs as powerful, zero-compromise machines that easily trump mini PCs in every single aspect. But is this really the case? While nothing can fully replace a desktop for certain tasks, mini PCs can serve as excellent desktop alternatives with few, if any, compromises for most people. If you're using your desktop PC for relatively non-demanding work, like working in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office apps, light photo and video editing, maybe some hobbyist-level programming and such, a mini PC can definitely replace it, and it doesn't have to entail compromises. Mini PCs have come a long way during this decade. Instead of feeble machines powered by lackluster processors and insufficient memory, modern mini PCs are excellent as everyday work machines, including budget models that sell for just a couple of hundred dollars. Thanks to Intel's recent focus on designing CPUs that combine performance and efficient cores (P-cores and E-cores), we've gotten a number of power-sipping, efficient core-only processors that pack surprisingly high amounts of power. CPUs such as the Core i3-1220P, N100, and N150 can match any budget desktop PC while being power-efficient and able to tackle any type of aforementioned workload without breaking a sweat. Couple said CPUs with at least 16GB of memory, and you've got yourself a capable everyday computing machine that can fit the palm of your hand and feel as snappy as any modern desktop and laptop. The best thing is that these CPUs are found in mini PC machines that cost anywhere from less than $150 to about $250, meaning you can get a worthy desktop replacement without paying the prebuilt and small form factor PC taxes. If you're willing to spend more, you can snag machines powered by the latest and greatest AMD and Intel mobile CPUs that come with surprisingly powerful iGPUs you can use for demanding tasks such as video editing in resolutions higher than 1080p, batch photo editing in Adobe Lightroom, working in CAD software (just make sure you get enough memory), music production, as well as professional-level coding and programming. In a nutshell, a mini PC can do everything a desktop PC can, unless we're talking about workloads that require powerful desktop-class GPUs (such as 3D rendering) or workstation-class CPUs, like an AMD Threadripper processor. PC gamers, on the other hand, should stick to their desktops. While it's true that mini PCs powered by AMD's newer mobile chips that include beefy iGPUs are capable of running even newer AAA titles at 1080p with decent performance (higher than 30FPS), they're still pretty limited compared to even budget gaming PCs. While they certainly can match desktop CPUs in power (the CPU found inside my ASUS ROG Ally outperforms my previous desktop CPU, an AMD Ryzen 5600X), the GPU part of the equation is lacking. A budget gaming GPU from a few generations ago, such as the RTX 2060, runs circles around even the most powerful integrated graphics you can find in a mini PC. Now, you can certainly pair an OCuLink-equipped mini PC with an external GPU, but the catch is that said setup will cost more than what you'd pay for an equivalent gaming PC you'd build yourself. Furthermore, dealing with external GPUs is an entire can of worms that entails lots of troubleshooting issues. If you're not particularly tech savvy, it's better to even get a prebuilt gaming PC than attempting to make a mini PC and an eGPU combo work. Truth be told, there are certain mini PCs, such as the Beelink Gti12 Ultra and Gti14 Ultra, that come with a full-sized PCIe 4.0 x8 slot, allowing you to pair them with an appropriate eGPU dock and get yourself a hassle-free gaming PC setup that won't limit the GPU performance due to the lack of bandwidth like other solutions (Thunderbolt and OcuLink) do. However, they're more expensive than building a comparable gaming PC, so I don't recommend them over building the PC yourself unless you have specific needs and demands that require this kind of solution. Lastly, there's a number of gaming-oriented mini PCs, such as the ASUS ROG NUC lineup or MINISFORUM AtomMan series, but they're prohibitively expensive and usually not worth it unless you really want a tiny gaming PC and aren't ready to build an SFF gaming desktop yourself. If you're a professional, I recommend sticking to your desktop. While high-end mini PCs can match high-end laptops in terms of CPU power, their integrated graphics leave much to be desired. If you need a high-end dedicated GPU for your work, you shouldn't even think about getting a mini PC. Also, you won't find a Threadripper-equivalent mini PC offering similar amounts of processing power. While you certainly can use a mini PC for CPU-intensive workloads, the amount of time you'll save by using an HEDT CPU is priceless in situations where time is money. If you like the idea of a compact desktop machine that excels at demanding workloads, think about building an SFF PC based on a flagship desktop-class CPU like an AMD Ryzen 9950X or Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, or consider getting an M4 Pro Mac Mini or Mac Studio if you're okay with using macOS. An M4 Pro-powered Mac Mini can be an outstanding 4K video editing or coding machine—for coding, you can get away even with the base M4 Mac Mini. At the same time, a Mac Studio can be a perfect choice for running large local LLMs and other AI-related workloads due to being available with up to 512GB of lighting-fast unified memory. A mini PC can definitely replace a desktop PC; the only question is what you're using said desktop PC for. If the answer is everyday office work, music production, hobbyist or semi-professional video or photo editing, programming, and similar workloads that don't require powerful GPUs, then yes, you can get an equivalent experience out of a mini PC. But if you're a PC gamer, someone who can't do their work without a desktop-level GPU, or a professional who needs their work completed as quickly as possible, I recommend sticking to the desktop form factor.
Gizmodo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
Amazon Offers This i7-Powered Mini PC for Less Than Its Black Friday Price to Clear Out Stock
Sometimes hunting for a great deal on a desktop PC requires beating the weeds a little bit and looking past the giant names that dominate the top of the big-box ads. There's nothing wrong with sticking to Dell, HP, and Lenovo, but often the real deals are happening outside those brands. Take GMKtec, for instance — the name might not ring a bell, but they're one of the world's top mini PC brands, and they're known for offering incredible deals. See at Amazon Here's one of the better ones, which you can find right now at Amazon — GMKtec's M2 Pro Mini PC, which is an amazing little speed demon, is just $420. The only thing the 'Mini' part of the name means is that it will occupy a pleasantly small footprint on your desk — the speed, storage, and overall performance are anything but small. Desktop To Go Laptops and Chromebooks are the obvious choices for taking your digital tasks on the go, but the GMKtec M2 Pro is just 4.5 by 4.2 by 1.5 inches in size, and if you know you're headed somewhere with a monitor and keyboard, why not bring the GMKtec on the road? The amount of power and connectivity and production GMKtec manages to stuff in that palm-sized CNC metal body is staggering. The 11th generation Intel Core i7 processor lets you truly put the processing pedal to the metal to the tune of 5.0 GHz, yet the GMKtec M2 Pro only consumes 35W of power, which helps keep the device cool along with the powerful cooling fan. There are two USB-A ports in the front of the M2 Pro, and an impressive array of ports in the back — two 4K HDMI, two more USB-A, a Type-C, and a 2.5G high-speed Ethernet port that can hit read/write speeds of 2.5 Gbps. Does It All That kind of internal power and external hookup potential lets the GMKtec M2 Pro run up to 3 monitors at 4K for ultimate multitasking and epic gaming, along with the WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. The Intel Iris Xe 1400MHz graphics card pairs with those connections to make the M2 Pro a sneaky-good gaming rig, and with a full terabyte of built-in storage, you don't have to worry about running out of space and bogging down. It's hard if not impossible to find this kind of massive performance paired with such a small price tag and contained within a palm-sized casing that gives you so many options for desktop organization and even work and play on the go. Let the giant manufacturers slap the giant price tags on their giant desktop PCs — get acquainted with the power of the Mini PC in the form of GMKtec's M2 Pro while it's just $420 at Amazon. See at Amazon
Gizmodo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
This HP Pro 290 G9 Tower Is Now 50% Off Its Original Price, Amazon Is Selling the Desktop PC at a Loss
Whether you're looking for a portable laptop or a powerful desktop, HP has built a reputation for delivering quality, performance and value. The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 isn't any different: This business computer is designed to get tough professional tasks done with ease. Right now, this model is selling off Amazon's shelves like hotcakes, especially at its new all-time low price. For a limited time only, you can buy the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 Desktop PC for just $549, which is a significant 50% off its normal price of $1,099. If you need even more power, Amazon also offers a version with a staggering 64GB of RAM for just $599, which is a mere $50 more for double the memory, which is a great upgrade if you're a power user or doing heavy multitasking, big data, or creative apps. See at Amazon Why Should You Buy It? The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 is powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i3-13100 processor with four cores and eight threads, base speed of 3.4 GHz, and turbo speeds up to 4.5 GHz. This processor outclasses the previous generation's i5-12400 in everyday tasks and offers speedy, responsive performance when processing spreadsheets, working with databases or executing business software. With 32GB of DDR4 RAM, multitasking is effortless. You will also like the spacious and lightning-fast 1TB PCIe SSD: You'll enjoy near-instant boot times, rapid file transfers and ample space for all your documents, photos, and software. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 enable this computer to perform up to business graphics and even light creative work. Connectivity is robust, with various USBs in front and back, HDMI and VGA outputs for dual monitors, and an RJ-45 Ethernet port for reliable wired networking. Though the desktop does not have an inbuilt WiFi, it comes with a USB WiFi adapter, and therefore you can get to access the net right from the box. HP Pro Tower 290 G9 has Windows 11 Pro preinstalled, giving business users professional features, improved security and an enhanced interface to drive productivity. You also receive a wired keyboard and mouse so you can be in action as soon as your new PC arrives. The Tichang cable bundle included in the box is a useful touch as it means you have everything you need to set up. Don't wait too long—at this price, stock won't last! See offer
