The world’s fastest mini PC is only sold by Amazon — tiny Optiplex 7010 sports a Core i9-14900K that’s faster than a 16-core AMD Threadripper Pro
I couldn’t find a more portable, more powerful mini PC than this one
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You probably wouldn’t think of theDell Optiplex 7010 mini PCas a powerful computer, and yet the Core i9-14900K processor that it packs transforms it into the fastestmini PCon the market right now. Surprisingly, it is only available at Amazonfor Prime Dayfor $2,199 - you won’t be able to purchase it direct from Dell.
This business PC is absolutely tiny but jam-packed with connectivity options and high performance parts. The CPU is a 24-core beast that is quicker than AMD’s 16-core Threadripper Pro 7955WX on the popular Passmark benchmark. It comes with 64GB DDR5 RAM and 4TB SSD as well as six USB ports, one HDMI, one DisplayPort and an Ethernet connector, all crammed in a volume of just over 1L (40 fl oz or two pints).
As expected, it comes with Windows 11 Pro, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth. All in all, this is a great full size desktop replacement PC for anyone looking for sheer performance for workloads such as AI, machine learning, programming etc.
Connect a portable monitor (loads available in ourPrime Day portable monitor hub) and a portable power station (quite a few on sale, see ourPrime Day portable power stationpage) and you could get a decent desktop replacement package.
You can save more by checking out ourAmazon discount codespage.
Today’s best superfast PC deal
Dell Optiplex 7010 micro desktop PC:now $2,199 at AmazonTiny in size, mighty in performance, the Dell Optiplex 7010 is a monumental workstation that punches well above its weight. Literally. Armed with one of the fastest desktop CPUs around, there’s hardly any task it won’t be able to successfully tackle.
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Envision M1 mini desktop PC:now $1169.99 at AmazonIf your budget doesn’t stretch to more than $2,000 or if you don’t need that much firepower, then there’s the M1 which shares a lot of the features of the 7010 with a Core i9-14900 and 64GB DDR4 memory. 3-year warranty and Windows 11 Pro make it a perfect business companion.
Apple Mac mini M2 2023:was $599Now $479 at AmazonOur pick top mini PC pick gets a decent discount here if you want a decent Prime Day PC deal with plenty of desktop-style power in a relatively compact form. It’s the usual Apple powerhouse, beautifully designed and built for performance. Find out why we love it so much in ourApple Mac mini (2023) review.
In the UK? The Mac mini is currentlydown from £649 to £583 at Amazon.
Beelink SER6 mini PC:was $609Now $489 at AmazonLooking for a mini PC deal that offers you more power? The SER6 from Beelink boasts an AMD Ryzen 9 processor, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD storage. Expect this machine to slice through office tasks with ease, and tackle photo and video editing, and gaming. All inside a small box with an eye-catching design.
Trikey Ryzen 7 5800H Mini PC:was $289Now $259 at AmazonSave $30Like many others on this list, it comes with 16GB of memory, Windows 11 Pro and a 500GB SSD. However, Trikey is the only one to offer a powerfulRyzen 7 5800H,a 16-thread monster CPU with a very high base speed and an even higher turbo speed. Despite its size you can add another SSD as well.
Envision M1 mini desktop PC:now $879.99 at AmazonEnvision scores another winner with a slower version of the above, with an Intel Core i7-14700, 32GB of DDR4 memory, a 1TB SSD and Windows 11 Pro. There’s no mini PC I could find that can compete with this particular model in this price range.
Minisforum NAB9 mini PC:was $549.90now $419.90 at AmazonFor thrifty power users, the NAB9 has been discounted for Prime Day and can be had for just over $400 with a full set of capable components including, a Core i9-12900HK, 32GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. Hats off to Minisforum for including two 2.5G LAN ports and the ability to run FOUR 4K monitors.
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