MeLE Fanless Mini PC Quieter 4C, N100 16GB RAM 512GB Storage Win 11 Mini Computers, Micro PC with Full-Functional USB-C, 2.4G/5G WiFi, 4K Triple Screen on Home, Office, Education, Astrophotography

I have been using the MeLe Quieter 4C (16G/512G) for about a month now. Because of my earlier experiences with several other tiny PC models, I decided to wait for a while before I posted my review. This is the best tiny PC I have used so far - bar none. It is not the fastest (there are many tiny PCs here on Amazon with faster AMD and Intel CPUs), but it certainly is the most flexible and well-designed one. The chassis design actually does a good job of dissipating the heat. The N100 is a fairly powerful (about on par with a mid-level Intel Core i5 desktop CPU from 2015) processor that will run your office suite and even some CAD applications with ease. I have installed Microsoft Office, Corel DRAW and several puzzle/platform style games; and the MeLe PC runs them very well. I even run an Ubuntu Linux virtual machine on it using VirtualBox. I have kept it running for days on end, and have not encountered a single hang or crash with Windows 11. The location of USB-A ports and other I/O ports is ideal, and the neat, understated design actually looks good on any desk. No funky rounded corners, decorative lines, weird branding, or blinking RGB lights here : just a serious looking small black slab. Finally some tiny PC designer seems to have realized that not every customer of these computers is a 15-year old teenage boy. I have seen at least one review where the customer is "very unhappy" because the BIOS reports the core speed to be 800MHz. You can disregard this - the BIOS reports the *base* speed. The N100 has a maximum clock frequency of 3.4GHz - this does not mean it is going to run at this frequency all the time. During daily use the operating frequency is mostly around 1600-1800MHz for most common Web browsing and office tasks. Download a more sophisticated monitoring utility such as CPU-Z and you will see the actual core speed in real time. Edit (6/6/2024): Please note that the top critical review, which claims that this product does not support one-cable operation, is absolutely wrong. I have been using this mini PC with a single USB-C cable for power, video, and keyboard/mouse - all through the same hub. Whoever claims this mini PC does not support one-cable operation is simply not using an appropriate USB-C cable and/or hub. Being powered by a USB-C PD input with video capabilities is particularly a great feature - many other tiny PC brands here on Amazon use a proprietary 12V power supply. Especially after the pandemic, almost every knowledge worker has a monitor & keyboard and docking station setup to be used with a company laptop. The MeLe Quieter 4C (and other MeLe versions with USB-C PD power) will easily connect to your docking station via the single USB-C PD cable, much like your laptop. This alone is a super-useful feature that allows you to carry it anywhere: I often carry mine between office and a couple different docking stations at home. The various inexpensive USB-C hubs/HDMI docking stations sold here at Amazon will provide a docking capability for less than $10 with deals. Overall verdict: highly recommended, if all you need is a small, silent computer to do some school or office work, with even some light gaming or media consumption from time to time. Just a get an inexpensive M.2 SSD to increase the storage space, and you will be happy with this one. To the hardworking people at MeLe: you have an excellent product here, which probably deserves better marketing.

The price point is comparable to a Raspberry Pi 5, and is an even better value when you factor in the $30 coupon and the built-in storage. My use case: This is my home theater PC. It can run Plex media server, Kodi, VLC, etc without issues. Pros: - Windows 11 Pro. Not using the pro features for this device, but I won't complain. I'm comfortable in both Windows and Linux but prefer Windows for compatibility. - Portability. It runs off a 25W+ USB-C PD device, which many people already own for their phone and/or laptop. No external DC charger required that is unique to this device. Note, it does include a USB-C charger too. - Versatility. It has no fans, so it runs completely quiet. It can be mounted to a monitor for an AIO solution, or used standalone. It could be used as a test bed, home theater PC, light workstation, etc. The possibilities are nearly endless. - Expansion. It includes an M2 SSD bay if you want to store a lot of data on this device itself. Note: You have to supply the SSD. It has built in storage for the OS and smaller files. Cons: - Thermal limitations. It is passively cooled, so ambient temperature and location significantly affect it. In an enclosed space or in a hot environment, it will run slower by design as it throttles the CPU to limit heat. - 2.9 GHZ Intel Celeron processor. This is only a con depending on your use case. If you're running demanding applications, this is not the device for you. For the price, the processor is more than sufficient for my use-case as a home theater PC.

I'm using this as a light duty web browser, file server, and to watch videos. I don't play games, or need Windows for any other reason, so I installed Fedora Linux 41. On my 4K monitor, running 2K video, the output was a little choppy on busy scenes. Using 2K resolution on the monitor solved that, I don't really need 4K output on a 28" monitor, and most videos I watch are 2K or even less. Possibly tweaking something will fix this issue, but I didn't attempt it. Taking off one star for that reason. Audio output from the headphone jack sounds fine but I only have it connected to bookshelf speakers via a small amp. Other than the resolution inconvenience, it works great. Linux install was painless, and so far flawless, although I am not using and have not tried wifi or bluetooth, so I can't say anything about those. As expected the case can get a little warm, the cores run on the hot side (50C idle, 60s watching 2K video, and I've seen 70s). As expected as well, and as far as I can tell, it makes no noise.

I recently purchased the MeLE Quieter 4C N100 with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD, and I am incredibly impressed with its performance and sleek design. Design & Build Quality: The first thing that caught my eye was the compact and slim profile. It’s incredibly space-saving, making it perfect for my small desk setup. The fanless design is truly a game changer! It runs silently, which is a blessing when working in a quiet environment or during late-night sessions. The overall build feels solid and premium despite its small size. Performance: In terms of performance, this mini PC has exceeded my expectations. With the Intel N100 processor and 16GB of RAM, multitasking is smooth and lag-free. It handles simple tasks and local video playback without any issues, making it perfect for light office work, studying, and even becoming the go-to mini for astrophotography. Connectivity I really appreciate how this mini PC is equipped with plenty of ports, making it easy to connect all my peripherals without needing any additional adapters. User Experience: Setting up the mele Quieter 4C was a breeze. It comes preloaded with Windows 11, which runs flawlessly. The fact that it stays completely silent is a big bonus—no fan noise even when the system is under load. This has made my work environment much more peaceful. Overall, this mini PC is an amazing deal for the price. It combines powerful performance, sleek design, and the perfect quiet operation. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compact and efficient workstation!

It isn't stellar for a home media server if you are going to be doing heavy transcoding work, but I've found plenty of other uses for a small, efficient, and silent PC. It has had no issues running windows 11, other than that I dislike windows. Buy it you'll use it

I got this device to replace a mid-sized tower used for my media and backup server. I added a 4TB M.2 drive. This is a REALLY nice, little machine that serves that purpose perfectly. It's fanless, so it's completely silent. The case gets quite hot, but it's because the heat gets dispersed out the heat sync case which keeps it cooler inside. It has enough ports to handle what you'd need. Three USB 3, one USB C, two HDMI, a gbit network port, and a USB C port for power. It's packaged with a VESA bracket for the rear of your monitor. Will you be able to play a AAA game on this? No. What you CAN use this for is a nice work PC or a super media server. For its pricetag, slap in a huge M.2 drive and what you have is 'the little computer that could'.

Product: MeLe Quieter 4C mini PC This is a nice little PC. It is absolutely silent since it has no cooling fans in it. It runs very warm. Almost hot. So I would be worried about its longevity. That high a temperature is inevitably damaging to the computer's internal components and any external peripherals one might attach to it (i.e. SD Card). Because of the heat, you need to be careful about placing this mini PC directly on your desk. It will damage the surface of your desk after a while. You can NOT plug this mini PC into a USB-C monitor for video and power through the same cable. You'll still need to plug the mini PC into a wall socket via the provided 12-volt, 2A power adapter. The MeLe Quieter 4C is a great idea that still needs some refinement.

My last mini pc didn't last a year and a half. This one is really small - the size of an external storage brick. I mounted it on the back of my monitor. It gets hot to the touch, but according to CoreTemp it runs cooler than the older one did that had a fan. It's a bit slower than I like, but fine for the price. One needs to monkey around with myriad settings for both Windows 11 and the browsers to get the best performance. A memory cleaner helps too. Tried the phone link but I found it creepy and it sometimes made it harder to pair other devices. Make a recovery stick as soon as you have it set up, and then again after you get the settings to where you like them. I no longer keep nay important data on the computer itself. A multi usb splitter works well and I just use bricks and the cloud. Maybe this one will last longer than that CTONE mini that got a blue screen of death and then the never-ending spinning that would not allow me to get into the bios to boot any repairs. Glad I got the Asurion plan - full refund. Got it for this new pc also.