Best mini PCs

Here's a list of the smallest desktop, media centre and slimline PCs we've reviewed

If you don't have much space to store a computer tower, a mini PC is a great choice. Whether it's a slimline case or media centre unit, or a pint-sized computer like the Apple Mac Mini, these models offer as much grunt as a regular PC despite being a fraction of the size.

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Apple Mac Mini

Apple's Mac Mini is the cheapest Mac available, and the addition of an HDMI port and an SD card slot makes it an great choice for a living room computer -- provided you're willing to pay the asking price.

  • Review Date:
  • Reviewer:
  • Manufacturer:
  • 8th July, 2010
  • Ross Catanzariti
  • Apple
  • Rating:
  • Price:
  • 4.00
  • $ 999.00
  • Pros:
  • Unibody, aluminium design; HDMI port; SD card slot; whisper-quiet operation; reasonable performance; removable panel to upgrade RAM
  • Cons:
  • Power button and SD card slot on the rear; no Blu-ray drive; reasonably expensive
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