MINIX Z100-AERO – An Intel N100-Powered Mini PC with Triple 4K Display and Dual Ethernet Support

MINIX recently introduced the MINIX Z100-AERO Mini PC, featuring an Intel N100 processor and active cooling. This compact PC supports triple 4K displays and offers dual Ethernet connectivity with 1Gbps and 2.5Gbps speeds.

Last time we wrote about the MINIX Z100-0dB Mini PC which is a fanless downgraded version of this PC with Intel N100 CPU support 32GB RAM and more, feel free to check that out if you are interested in the topic.

The mini PC allows up to 32GB DDR4 memory in a single slot and has M.2 NVMe SSD storage. It has four standard USB 3.2 ports, a multi-use USB-C 3.2 port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

MINIX Z100-AERO Mini PC Specification

• Processor:  Intel Processor N100 quad-core Alder Lake-N processor @ up to 3.4 GHz (Turbo) with 6MB cache, 24EU Intel HD graphics @ 750 MHz; TDP: 6W
• Memory: 1 x 260-pin DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM slot, 4/8/16GB, upgradable to 32GB Max
• Display Outputs:
  • 1 x HDMI 2.1, 3840×2160@60Hz
  • 1 x DisplayPort (DP) 4K@60Hz
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (4K@60Hz)
• Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
• Storage: 128/256/512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 x1 NVMe SSD, upgradable to 4TB Max
• Ethernet:
  • 1 x Realtek® RTL8125BG-CG for 2.5G Ethernet
  • 1 x Realtek® RTL8111H for 1G Ethernet
• LED Indicators: Power, LAN (Active, Status)
• Wireless Connectivity: Intel® Wireless-AC 9560 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.1
• LAN Ports: 2 x RJ45, 1G + 2.5G Dual Ethernet
• USB Ports:
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (up to 5Gbps)
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (data transfer up to 5Gbps, Power Delivery, 4K@60Hz video output, Audio)
• DP Port: 4K@60Hz
• Audio: 3.5mm Mic-in and Headphone-out Combo Jack
• Antennas: 2 x External Wi-Fi Antennas
• Buttons:
  • 1 x Power Button
  • 1 x Clear CMOS Button (Reset BIOS)
• Power Requirement: 12V/3A DC-IN
• Power Consumption: 10-12W (Typical), 25-27W (Turbo)
• Form Factor: Mini PC
• Enclosure: Plastic Housing
• BIOS: AMI EFI X64
• Dimensions: 127x127x43mm (5″x5″x1.69″)
• Weight: 0.8 kg
• Certifications: CE, FCC, RCM, RoHS

The MINIX Z100-AERO is pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro and comes with a 12V/3A power adapter. It also includes accessories like an HDMI cable, antennas, a VESA mount for easy installation, and a user manual. An important thing to note is that the fanless MINIX Z100-0dB underperforms in tests due to its design. The actively cooled Z100-AERO is expected to deliver improved performance.

The MINIX Z100-AERO Mini PC is available for purchase on the company’s official website and can also be found on Amazon.

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