ZBOX MAGNUS EN970 Review
I am not sure if it makes sense to pair a decent graphic solution with a Ultra low power CPU to begin with. I believe the constraint is with the cooling solution, but I think I can live with a slightly bigger chassis.
Reply firewall597 - Monday, September 28, 2015 - link
I dunno, it seems like a compelling 1080p solution to me. I'm sure they put plenty of thought into their choice, between the pairing of CPU+GPU in such a small package, while also trying to reach a certain price point with adapter like Asus EEE PC 1015 AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1015N AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1015T AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1016 AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1018 AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1018P AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1101HA AC Adapter, Asus EEE PC 1215 AC Adapter, Asus Eee PC 1201HA AC Adapter, Asus Pro23 X23 AC Adapter, Asus G73 AC Adapter, Asus G53 AC Adapter.
Owning a SP3 with a pretty comparable 4300u, it's pretty impressive what it can do all things considered. Being paired with a 970m and put into a tiny $800 package is actually pretty enticing as an HTPC/Steam box solution for the living room.
Reply barleyguy - Monday, September 28, 2015 - link
Agreed. Most living room displays (TV/Projector) are 1080p, and this box performs very well at 1080p. It's small enough to put next to a TV, and should be very quiet as far as fan noise as well.
I have an EN760 in my living room. It's an older version of this same box. It works great.
My only complaint is that they raised the price from $500 to $800 (for the barebones) compared to previous generations. $500 was a more compelling price; $800 gets too close to laptop territory.
Reply jameskatt - Thursday, October 01, 2015 - link
Cheapness is why the PC market is dying.
Reply SBD-3 - Saturday, October 17, 2015 - link
Portability is why PC's are dying. People want it all in the palm of their hands.
Reply liebezeit - Monday, September 28, 2015 - link
HTPC for $800? My repurposed Asus Chromebox I bought used for $75 works great for me...
Reply SirKnobsworth - Monday, September 28, 2015 - link
You wouldn't try any serious gaming on a Chromebox. Similarly, you wouldn't buy this if you just wanted to watch Netflix.
Reply firewall597 - Tuesday, September 29, 2015 - link