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The video reviews the ASRock industrial box 4×4 7800 UPC Mini PC, highlighting its features such as a fast AMD Ryzen processor, multiple connectivity options, and support for multiple displays. The speaker discusses USB ports, networking options, internal components, SSD choices, AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor, power limitations, pricing, and performance comparisons. Overall, the speaker appreciates the competitive pricing and features of the mini PC, emphasizing the importance of upgrades and good support from ASRock. The video concludes with the speaker finding the unit a nice option for mini PC enthusiasts and promises to review similar products in the future.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on reviewing the ASRock industrial box 4×4 7800 UPC Mini PC. The Mini PC features a fast AMD Ryzen processor, dual NIC, support for up to four displays, and multiple connectivity options. The front of the unit includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port, two USB 4 ports, and a combo headset jack. The power button is located on the top of the system, and there is mention of a glossy finish that may attract fingerprints and scratches. The Mini PC has vents on the sides, while the remaining ports are situated at the back, including a power input, USB Type-A ports, and more.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the available USB ports in a system, noting that most are USB 2 with only a few high-speed ports. They also mention the presence of two HDMI ports and two display port alt mode USB type-c ports for multiple displays. The system features two different networking ports – a 1 GB Realtek port and a 2.5 GB Realtek port. The speaker expresses uncertainty about the necessity of having both. Additionally, they highlight the presence of a Kensington lock port for security. Moving on to the internal components, the system contains two DDR5 SoDIMM slots and the speaker shares their experience with different memory modules, mentioning issues with compatibility.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the SSD options, recommending a single-sided m.2 SSD due to limited space in the system. They mention using a Samsung 9900 Pro 2TB SSD. The Wi-Fi capabilities are highlighted, featuring a mediatech RZ 616 Wi-Fi 6 solution with Bluetooth. The main focus is the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor, an 8-core 16-thread processor with AMD Radeon 780M Graphics suitable for lower-end gaming. The processor is noted for being one of the first with AMD AI engines, anticipating future AI integration in Microsoft products. The CPU performance of the Ryzen 7 7840U, based on Zen 4 architecture, is discussed, highlighting its modern features for today’s systems.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the power limitations in a system due to thermal constraints and notes that the performance is competitive with other AMD Zen4 systems and Intel CPUs. The idle power consumption is around 6.5 to 10 watts, which is reasonable. The speaker also mentions using a decibel meter to measure noise levels, highlighting that the system is quiet during operation. The speaker expresses a wish for mini PCs to have better cooling for quieter operation, especially as modern CPUs consume more power. The segment concludes with key lessons learned, including considering the price of the product available on Newegg.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the pricing and performance comparison of a mini PC priced at $599, highlighting its competitiveness with other models. The speaker emphasizes the value of upgrading the memory and SSD of the mini PC for enhanced performance, mentioning that it remains $200 cheaper than other units. They also mention the importance of good support from a reputable company like ASRock. Critiques include the need for improved port configurations and the absence of certain ports like an SD card slot. Despite these issues, the speaker appreciates the unit’s features, such as multiple Nicks, Wi-Fi, USB 4, and AMD Radeon 780m graphics for gaming capabilities.
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In this part of the video, the speaker talks about experiencing the rakes and concludes that it is a nice unit, particularly suitable for those interested in mini PCs. The video creator mentions they will continue reviewing similar products in the future. The audience is encouraged to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for upcoming videos on their YouTube channel.