Also look out for a Kensington lock notch on the rear panel, which makes it harder for anyone to just slip the tiny PC into a pocket or purse if you lock it down with a security cable. Our test machine had a DisplayPort port located in the configurable spot, but you could also opt for another HDMI port, a second LAN port, or a VGA or COM port in that space, all of which have to be special-ordered.
In fact, with NUCs bought as single end-user units, you may have to add memory and a solid-state drive, as well as an operating system. Available with CPUs ranging from an Intel Celeron to a Core i9 (the latter in a select oversize model), you can pretty much work up your own configuration.
Typical NUCs measure a scant 4 or 5 inches square and between 1 and 2 inches high, depending on the model. The benchmark in the mini PC world is the Intel NUC family. In fact, save for a less-than-stellar matchup against Apple's latest Mac mini, we find very little to complain about with this mini PC, earning it a solid four-star rating. It works equally well as a workaday desktop PC, as the driver of a video display with an included VESA mount, or as a media streaming box. The model we tested offers acceptable performance for its size and can be upgraded substantially. Mini PCs are plentiful, and the Asus ExpertCenter PN52 (starts at $669, $968 as tested) is a fine example. However, more people need to know that you really don’t have to compromise if you want the power and comfort of a desktop without the big box. With more folks than ever working remotely, the classic desktop PC market continues to shrink as the more flexible laptop grows. How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.
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