10 Best Mini PCs from Aliexpress

A model that is not bad in terms of price / capabilities, even providing for the installation of a second drive, if the user needs it. There is also a strong VESA-mount for 4 bolts, as well as the option of ordering an arbitrary logo on the device case. In terms of performance, this mini PC is inferior to analogues of other brands, mainly due to the use of the outdated DDR3L RAM format, for which it received a rating downgrade. And experts also note the tendency of the gadget to strong heat during operation, because the cooling here is passive and the developer clearly made some miscalculations when designing the case. This means that the computer is guaranteed not to be a gaming computer and is only suitable for office work or managing information output to information screens, since two monitors can be connected simultaneously.

Mini-computer based on Windows 10 with two pre-installed drives (SSD + HDD). Our rating includes the top version with maximum capacity, but you can choose simpler options, which will help reduce the price of the gadget. Another interesting detail is three video outputs at once, this is the best kit in the selection, competitors are usually limited to only two ports, so only three monitors can be connected simultaneously to Findarling GK3V, two of which support 4K resolution. The disadvantages include the number of USB ports reduced to 4, and the 3.0 standard has only two connectors, and this is too few in our time. Also, many buyers lack a built-in card reader, so they have to connect an external one, which further exacerbates the problem of a lack of USB ports.

A curious device for those who are looking for a compact gadget at the best price. This mini PC is not only a leader in affordability, but also among the leaders among the smallest computers on AliExpress. There is also the other side of the coin - in such a small case only a frankly weak set of hardware fit only for stripped-down versions of the OS. In general, the gadget will fit to control smart home systems, allow you to browse the Internet or expand the functionality of the TV, but full use even in the field of office software will be very difficult.

Quite an inexpensive mini-PC, even by the standards of Aliexpress, where prices most often tend to reach the mark of 20,000 rubles. At the same time, the gadget is equipped with a 4-core chip with the option of busting the operating frequency and a good set of memory, which also provides for replacement in the event of a breakdown, i.e.the computer will not have to be thrown away if the RAM bar burns out or the SSD flies. Experts also emphasize the reliability of the cooling system, for which the manufacturer even increased the dimensions of the case and generally made it very simple in terms of design. Because of this, a mini-PC can be used as a simple Windows gaming station, but, of course, with reservations for overall performance: we still do not recommend running games higher than classic platformers.

An office mini-computer based on the AMD component base for mobile devices. However, the model is also available for order with Intel processors, but they cost a little more on average. Note that a 256 GB SSD is already available in the database and it can be replaced with something more capacious. A large selection of connectors immediately catches your eye, there are only 8 USB of different standards here, plus there is even a couple of prehistoric COM ports used, for example, in some controllers or cash registers.On the other hand, the PC came out, albeit miniature, but still larger than most of the competitors in our rating, although it looks stylish and can be installed both in horizontal and vertical positions. Another nuance is that noise from the cooling system is possible during operation, and this despite the use of a fan with automatic speed control.

The ultra-compact mini-PC, made in the form factor of a flash drive, however, is connected to the monitor not via USB, but via HDMI 2.0, for which it is equipped with an appropriate external connector. Due to its compact dimensions, it is equipped with a modest set of ports, there are only a couple of USB, a microSD card slot and a LAN input for an Internet cable. For wireless connection, there is a dual-band Wi-Fi antenna standard 802.11ac. Cooling here, of course, is passive, so the entire body is made of aluminum and has characteristic ribbed notches. As for the technical filling responsible for performance, MeLE preferred the 4-core Celeron J4125, supplementing it with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory.This is quite enough for office use of pre-installed Windows 10 Pro.

Stylish mini-computer with an all-aluminum chassis, which is combined with a passive cooling system, i.e. there is no noisy fan in the design, so the device works silently. Accordingly, you should not expect high performance, this is clearly not a gaming model, and it is also assembled on an outdated filling with an i5 4200U chip. The gadget is suitable for office work, training, Internet surfing, and can be used as a Windows-based TV set-top box. A notable detail is the ability to choose a configuration. The rating includes the most popular version, but you can choose other options with an even older CPU (or vice versa, take a newer one), as well as with another bunch of RAM + SSD, up to a 512 GB drive. In any case, according to experts, this mini-PC is overpriced and should be sold for 3-4 thousand less.Perhaps the reason is the high build quality, plus the manufacturer promises free repairs during the first year of operation, however, it is not clear how this “bun” will be sold in Russia.

Mini PC with an interesting, eye-catching design, a very rich selection of ports and connectors, as well as the ability to simultaneously connect a pair of monitors. The gadget is ready to work with resolutions up to 4K and provides for an increase in the base storage volume, up to a 2 TB SSD through the SATA M.2 slot. As hardware, a 2-core office chip with integrated graphics is used, there are 8 GB of RAM and an active cooling system with high-quality ventilation of the entire case, so the computer is not afraid of overheating. One of the nice features is the presence of holes on the case for a VESA mount, which is also included in the package. With it, the gadget is easily attached to the back cover of the monitor / TV and does not interfere on the desktop. There are also obvious disadvantages.In addition to reduced performance compared to a number of similarly priced models, additional high-speed USB 3.0 ports are clearly lacking, plus the model weighs almost 600 grams, which is one of the worst indicators in the entire rating.

Not the most affordable, but one of the best in terms of performance among all mini PC models presented on AliExpress. It supports simultaneous image output to two monitors / TVs, and in resolutions up to 4K, plus it is equipped with a rich set of connectors for connecting peripherals and built-in wireless communication modules. For a comfortable start, the computer is equipped with 8 GB of RAM (minimum for Windows 10), a 4-core processor and 128 GB of integrated eMMC memory. At the same time, there is a place in the case for mounting an SSD drive, and on one of the panels there is a slot for microSD cards, so that the basic amount of memory can be expanded. Note that this model is assembled using passive cooling technology, i.e. does not have a fan, but cools down only due to thermal pads and an aluminum radiator.On the one hand, this is a plus, providing absolute silence during operation, but on the other, a minus, since there is a risk of overheating during a long intensive load, so it is not recommended to use the device as a gaming station.

A very popular model on Aliexpress with an attractive price, best sales performance and ultra-compact dimensions. It can be used as a set-top box or an office unit connected to the monitor via an HDMI cable, which, by the way, is included in the package. According to the characteristics, it does not shine, therefore, it will not work as a gaming mini-PC. Support for Windows 10 is declared, but with its installation, the computer may start to slow down, so experts advise using an OS like Ubuntu and the like. In general, the manufacturer offers the maximum that can be packed in a small case for an average amount of less than 10,000 rubles. As a bonus, we note the extremely low power consumption, the gadget is connected via a 12-volt power adapter and “eats” no more than 6 watts.As for the key drawback, this is the low amount of memory, both RAM and eMMC, as well as the lack of a slot for expansion cards.