The review discusses the Minix Neo Z97 Mini PC, highlighting its powerful performance in a compact design. The author expresses skepticism toward mini PCs, often finding them underwhelming. Despite initial reservations, the Z97 surprised the author upon testing, particularly with its capability to run Windows 11 adequately. The device was evaluated under daily use scenarios—including productivity tasks and multimedia consumption—showcasing its versatility. Overall, the review positions the Minix Neo Z97 as a compelling option in the small form-factor PC market, offering functionality without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability.
First off, the Neo Z97 shipped with Windows 11, and I decided against installing Linux over it. Since Windows 11 is a resource hog, I thought it would be best to see how well the hardware handled the OS first.
Imagine having a PC that fits in your hand and performs well enough to get you through the day (with power to spare). Such computers exist, but not all of them are created equal.
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