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Let’s be honest here: if you’re mainly just browsing the web, responding to emails, and watching YouTube and Netflix, then you don’t need a rocket PC. And if you never take your work on the go, then you don’t even need a laptop. Why waste hundreds of bucks when you can do just fine with a properly equipped mini PC? The Acemagician Vista V1 is ideal on a tight budget as it’s now just $189 on Amazon. That’s with Prime, which you can get with this free 30-day trial offer.
This sleek and tiny PC is no gaming rig, but it packs enough power to get you through a day of work tasks and leisure browsing. The Vista V1 runs on a 12th-gen Intel N95 processor that deftly strikes a balance between low-power efficiency and workload performance for moderate multitasking. It’s punched up further with 16GB of RAM and a decent 512GB SSD, giving it enough oomph to handle Windows 11 without breaking a sweat. Demanding software will make it crawl, though.
At under $200, this is a fantastic machine for value, especially with DDR4 memory prices on the rise. And on top of all that’s already mentioned, it can support double 4K@60Hz displays via HDMI and DisplayPort, providing ample screen real estate for your apps and tabs. It’s further fitted with double USB-A 3.2, double USB-A 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, and 3.5mm audio. And it’s mountable to the back of any VESA-compatible monitor, keeping it clear of your desk and minimizing clutter.
This budget Intel mini PC is surprisingly good for home offices
Author: Gabriela Vatu, Deals Editor, PCWorld
Gabriela has focused on tech writing for 12 years, covering news, reviews, buying guides, deals, and more. She has bylines in numerous consumer tech publications, including PCWorld, Macworld, PCMag, IGN, MakeUseOf, XDA, Android Police, and Pocket-lint.