5 Reasons You Should Buy A Mini PC (And 3 Reasons Not To)
How-To Geek, March 30th, 2023
Haven't got enough space for a full desktop but don't need the portability of a laptop? Want something small and cheap to use as a server or dedicated emulation machine? A mini PC might be just what you're looking for.
Also known as tiny PCs, tiny desktops, or nano PCs; a mini PC packs in the functionality of a standard PC in a very small form factor. Don't get confused with other smaller form factor builds like mini-ITX into which you can still fit many standard-sized components (making them a popular choice for gamers with limited space).
Mini PCs generally use smaller components than a standard desktop would. This includes CPUs and RAM designed for use in laptops, the lack of a dedicated GPU in favor of integrated graphics, fanless or passive thermal management (though not always), and much less powerful power supplies.