Looking for a small computer for everyday tasks? What size and type do you need?
Looking for a small computer for everyday tasks? What size and type do you need?
I need a small PC to use as an extra computer at home. It won't be for gaming, nor will it do much office work like writing or using Excel. I only want to keep this PC on my own network and never connect to the internet. Also, I don't plan on using it constantly all the time. My budget is between $300 and $400. I mainly want it to run at 1080p or 1440p resolution. Ideally, I need DDR5 memory, an NVMe hard drive, Windows 11 Pro, and a display port. The link I found on Amazon for the Beelink SER8 is $500, but since I signed up for Prime and got a $150 gift card, it should come down to around $350. Even though I think this PC might be too expensive, having more than I need is better than not having it at all. Maybe I will use it for something else later on if needed. Are there any reasons to avoid buying this model or other brands? My uncle got a Beelink mini PC years ago and he has been happy with it so far.
Which mini PC should I buy? The Ryzen 7 5825U is a good choice for basic use because it's cheaper and won't make things slow if you try to do too much. I know this might seem like too much power, but honestly, having extra isn't better than not having it at all. So maybe you've already decided?
I checked out some computers with the 5825u processor. Is this an old piece of hardware? Also, here are two links to other options: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BYJDFG5...YJ5VVV&titleSource=mfvft-mt&previewDoh=1&th=1 and https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRKXMKD...Q28N1NGAK&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1. I wouldn't care if they had a display port (DP), as long as the price isn't too high. Like other things, I just want something that will last for years to come.
Beelink seems pretty good overall. My second one was my third, because I had used a Beelink before and that thing finally died after a few years with no idea why. But even then it was fine enough to buy another one. The reason the first ones failed is still being looked into, but nothing has been found yet.