Kamrui E1
Score: 57/100
GMKtec M3 Ultra
Score: 78/100Rankings
The GMKtec M3 mini PC packs an Intel i5-12450H with 8 cores, 16 GB DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB SSD, offering strong single-core performance, triple-4K output and 2.5 G Ethernet, though it draws significant power and has noisy cooling.
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 | 8best | |
16 GBbest | 16 GBbest | |
4 | 12best | |
2 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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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(4) | ||
CPU Cores | 4 | 8 |
CPU Threads | 4 | 12 |
Boost Clock (GHz) | 3.6 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
CPU TDP (W) | 12 W | 45 W |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.39 kg | 1.47 kg |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 512 GB |
Storage Type | SATA SSD | SSD |
Ports(2) | ||
USB‑C/3.0 Ports | 2 | 3 |
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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 acknowledge the NucBox M3's capable performance and versatile connectivity, especially its triple-4K support and 2.5 G Ethernet, but criticize its inefficient H-series CPU, high power draw, noisy cooling, and unreliable USB-C video output.
Everyday users praise the device's fast boot-up, smooth multitasking, 4K display quality, and ease of upgrading storage and memory, but complain about loud fan, inconsistent USB-C video, and heat.
“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.”
