Kamrui E1
Score: 57/100
Geekom Mini IT12
Score: 70/100Rankings
The GEEKOM Mini IT12 is a compact, high-performance mini PC featuring a 12th-Gen Intel i5-12450H, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB NVMe SSD, dual USB4, 2.5 GbE, and support for up to four 8K displays, positioned as a premium alternative to Intel NUC12 for business and multi-display use.
The KAMRUI Mini PC with an Intel N97 processor offers a compact, low-power solution with dual-4K output, quiet operation and easy upgradeability. It's well suited for office and media tasks, though the lack of USB-C and a SATA-based SSD keep it from being a high-speed workstation.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4 | 10best | |
16 GBbest | 16 GBbest | |
4 | 12best | |
2 GHz | 2.4 GHzbest | |
3.6 GHz | 4.4 GHzbest | |
256 GB | 512 GBbest | |
1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 12 Wbest | 45 W |
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Performance(5) | ||
CPU Cores | 4 | 10 |
CPU Threads | 4 | 12 |
Base Clock (GHz) | 2.0 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
Boost Clock (GHz) | 3.6 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
CPU TDP (W) | 12 W | 45 W |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.39 kg | 0.7 kg |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 512 GB |
Storage Type | SATA SSD | NVMe |
Ports(2) | ||
USB‑C/3.0 Ports | 2 | 4 |
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 6E |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
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Professional reviewers consider the KAMRUI Mini PC a strong value proposition in the sub-$200 segment, highlighting its performance uplift over older N-series chips, dual-4K output options, quiet operation, and solid thermal design, while noting the slower SATA SSD and missing USB-C as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the device's fast boot times, smooth 4K streaming, compact footprint, and the convenience of the included VESA mount, reporting reliable multitasking for web browsing and video calls, though they miss a USB-C port and wish for faster NVMe storage.
Professional reviewers consistently commend the Mini IT12 for its blend of powerful 12th-Gen Intel CPUs, extensive I/O (dual USB4, HDMI, 2.5 GbE, SD), and a silent IceBlast 2.0 cooling system, making it a strong contender against Intel NUC12 for business, productivity, and multi-display scenarios. Main criticisms focus on the absence of Thunderbolt 4 and limited integrated graphics for high-end gaming.
Everyday users praise the Mini IT12 for its quiet operation, robust connectivity, and ease of handling multiple 4K monitors, often highlighting the convenience of the SD card slot for creative tasks. Complaints are few but revolve around the lack of Thunderbolt ports and the integrated GPU's inability to run demanding games.
“Turned my old TV into a full desktop - boots fast and runs 4K Netflix smoothly.”
“Love the VESA mount - keeps my desk clean.”
“Handles 20+ Chrome tabs and Zoom calls without lag.”
