M7 Ultra

The problem with the Beelink SER5 MAX 7735HS beyond the rebadged 6800H processor is the cost cutting lack of USB4 and the fact it's never been listed on the official website. I've also read that these 24GB LPDDR5 memory Beelink minis have problems like this. https://www.reddit.com/r/MiniPCs/s/rECBW7

Depends on overall expectations. I know a few people in recent months have bought the Aoostar MACO PRO 6850H "barebones" (soldered memory/missing SSDs) specifically for HTPC/emulation machines. Usually running Windows from one drive slot and Bazzite OS/EmuDeck from a 2nd. These were only $300 a few

Well, it depends on budget and expectations. I know someone who recently wanted a Jellyfin server with a minimum of 32GB, expandable storage and Intel NIC. They ended up with the GMKtec M7 Ultra PRO 6850H. Has dual Intel i226V 2.5GbE NICs and better ventilation and cooling then some others they look

Here are a few additional options: https://www.reddit.com/r/MiniPCs/comments/1tok82c/comment/oo2ni40/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button I do both Windows & Macs. I've setup a TON of these HP Mini's. They are VERY easy to work on & upgrade! https://yout

AceTragic isn't known for build quality or customer service while the Geekom A5 Pro 7430U (2021 5425U rebadge) has weaker Radeon GCN 5 Vega integrated graphics by 2026 standards. https://www.videocardbenchmark.net/compare/5051vs4685/Radeon-Ryzen-5-7430U-vs-Radeon-Ryzen-7-PRO-6850H With a 10% brand p

Yeah the Core i7-7700HQ didn't age very well but was a product of its time. As a footnote the AW15R3 like your Dell Alienware 15 R3 can suffer performance issues from poor maintenance. About 4 years ago I replaced the factory thermal paste, clean out the filth and upgrade it to a 2Rx8 32GB kit. Gave

Close friend bought the GMKtec M7 Ultra PRO 6850H to run Mint as a daily driver due to its value and features. A couple was Intel i226V NIC, dual fan cooling, dual 2280 M.2 SSD and 8K60Hz video out. Also found servicing the mini to be extremely easy! Amazon Prime USA has had a brand promotion droppi

From some personal experience it's less about heat and more about humidity. If it's a dry heat, you're wanting a mini PC with the best ventilation and the most fans the assist in cooling. Upgrading to quality thermal grease is also a priority before placing it into service. https://youtu.be/OqiCHxwU

The M7 Ultra PRO 6850U may possibly be a better choice. Better features and better serviceability in my opinion. LPDDR5 memory can be better but I've seen too many people already who found 32GB a limiting factor in some experiments. GMKtec allows the 6850H to be set to 7735HS performance levels (54W

Here's a base comparison. The Geekom 16GB A6 6800H generally ships in single channel mode (one 16GB stick) which can limit processing and graphics performance by up to 40% under heavy loads. There is no 2280 Gen4x4 NVMe SSD expansion slot only a 2242 M.2 SATA. Some state online that the 3-year warra