Intel's Next Unit Computing (NUC) Line of mini PCs, introduced in 2012, aimed to deliver powerful desktop computing in a palm-sized form factor.
While Intel has withdrawn from this market, GEEKOM, a multinational consumer electronics company, has taken up the mantle of providing compact computing solutions. GEEKOM's Mini IT series mini PCs have gained recognition as top alternatives to the Intel NUC Pros. One notable model is the GEEKOM Mini IT12, which closely resembles the NUC 12 Pro Wall Street Canyon. Despite their similarities in shape and size, the Mini IT12 offers a notable advantage: the option to equip more powerful 45 W Core-H processors, compared to the Core-P processors of the NUC 12 Pro.
Connectivity is another strong suit of the GEEKOM Mini IT12, featuring two 40 Gbps USB4 ports, three USB3.2 Gen 2 ports, a USB2.0 port, two HDMI 2.0 ports, a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. Additionally, this mini PC supports triple storage drives and can simultaneously output videos to four screens. Remarkably, GEEKOM mini PCs provide equivalent performance and features to Intel counterparts while offering a cost advantage of around 30%. For example, the Mini IT12 with Core i5-1240P, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD is priced at $499, whereas the NUC 12 Pro with the same specifications is priced at $639.
GEEKOM offers other viable options besides the Mini IT12. The Mini IT11 is GEEKOM's answer to the NUC 11 Pro, and the MiniAir 11 serves as a suitable alternative to the NUC 11 Essential. Furthermore, customers anticipating next-generation portable computers should anticipate the release of the GEEKOM Mini IT13 in September. This model, featuring the same 13th Gen Core CPUs as the NUC 13 Pro Arena Canyon, promises to meet advanced computing needs.
Established in Taiwan in 2003, GEEKOM boasts 19 years of experience in producing quality computer products. With a professional team of experts and 24/7 online support, GEEKOM is a brand that should not be overlooked when considering your next mini PC acquisition.
GEEKOM Mini IT Series: The Intel NUC Alternative for Compact Computing
