GEEKOM Mini PC, Mini IT8 Intel i5-8279U Mini Desktop Computer 16GB RAM 512GB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro Mini Computer/Dual-Channel DDR4/HDMI2.0 4K UHD/Dual WiFi/BT/Gigabit Ethernet/VESA for Home/Office

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Overall this is a great PC but the fans that runs almost continuously is a bit loud.

I myself bought the IT8 for my sisters TV. Perfect size for her TV stand and very fast PC. 2 small issues I ran into was the thermal paste/temps. I had to take apart the PC and reapply thermal paste using better paste than what came with it as it was close to thermal throttling. 97-99c at times when the max is 100c. After reapplying i havent seen above 85 under any load.

EDIT: GEEKOM has been helpful trying to address my issue. Ive added 1 star for that alone and their promise to make this right. They provided a bios update as a possible fix for the fan. After installation it definitely helped, but unfortunately the unit remains VERY loud at times. Its annoying when it does rev up, but overall its much better and Ill be keeping the machine (which has worked flawlessly otherwise.)

My 79-year-old mother wanted the power of a desktop in a smaller package with simple controls that she could manage. Decided to try this Geekom mini-pc which has turned out to be incredibly quiet, fast, and with no weirdness so far. The graphics is integrated (built into the processor) so it will not match a discrete GPU from the likes of Nvidia or AMD, but I have it sending out the display to a 50 inch HDMI Sony TV (which is easier on my mothers eyes) with no problems. This mini-pc also comes preloaded with both Windows 11 and Ubuntu (the easiest and most user friendly of the LInux distros). Since my mother was already familiar with Windows 7 and 10, I set up the Windows 11 installation for her (I made icons on the desktop for Windows Update for example and some other commonly needed tools and programs, like Google Chrome) and did not introduce Ubuntu to her. One thing I really like about this mini-pc is that is has ZERO bloatware on it. There is no intrusive anti-virus that tries to monitor all the subsystems of the OS, and so on. That said, if you are setting this up for an older (or much younger) person, ... you will need to install several programs to bring the Windows install up to full speed (programs like Z-Zip, Zoom, Skype, Steam, VLC Media Player, etc ....). I used Ninite for this and installed about 30 popular programs all at once and with a nice one touch icon that updates them every day (if needed). The only downside to this little gem is the four USB 3.0 ports, two in front and two in the back. If you need to plug in eight different devices, you will have to use a splitter. Other than that, and I give this unit five stars so far.

I am using this mini pc to power my entire smart home. It’s way faster than my high dollar home computer.This mini computer handles transcoding very well. It does not get hot at all when streaming.

I hadnt purchased a PC in many years; only notebooks and tablets. This PC is only 2 by 4 by 2. But, it has plenty of storage and memory. I no longer use my Roku box. This PC doesnt take up any more space. There are apps for all the streaming services I use. Plus a web browser. Fantastic value for the price.

My initial review was 2 stars due to a couple of problems.

I had some issues with the usb c port and had some questions to their customer rep, but he/she was not very helpful in answering my questions. Ports work find until I was trying to connect it with a docking station.

Cannot comment unopened returned item. Would not accomplish intended use.