Windows 11 Pro Mini PC with CPU, RAM, SSD: $130 on Amazon

If you're a Windows user searching for a compact, budget-friendly desktop PC comparable in size to the Apple Mac Mini, here's a great find from Amazon, perfect for the Back-to-School season. Amazon Prime members can get the recently launched AceMagic Vista Mini V1 Intel N150 Mini PC for only $130.26 after applying the coupon code "SLICKDLV1". Please note, an Amazon Prime subscription is not required for this purchase. This is an outstanding price for a fully functional computer that arrives ready to use, complete with a CPU, RAM, storage, and the Windows 11 Pro operating system pre-installed. AceMagic is a well-known brand in the mini PC market.

AceMagic Vista Mini V1 Intel N150 Mini PC for $130.26

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Acemagic Vista V1 Intel N150 Mini PC (16GB/512GB/)

$229.00 | Save 43% | $130.26 at Amazon | Use code 'SLICKDLV1'

The AceMagic Vista is remarkably compact, with dimensions of just 4" x 4" x 1.3". Its small form factor does limit its suitability for gaming, but the internal hardware is more than capable of handling everyday computing tasks. The mini PC features an Intel N150 processor, which can reach a maximum turbo frequency of 3.6GHz. This quad-core, four-thread CPU is an extremely low-voltage chip with a base power consumption of only 6W. It's typically found in entry-level Chromebooks and home NAS units. The system is configured with 16GB of DDR4 RAM and a 512GB M.2 solid-state drive. While Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed, a common recommendation for mini PCs from overseas manufacturers is to perform a clean OS installation to remove any potential bloatware. Be prepared to reinstall the necessary drivers afterward.

Connectivity is a strong point for this device. The available ports include two USB 3.2 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, one HDMI 2.0 port, one DisplayPort 1.4, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a gigabit Ethernet port. It also supports wireless connectivity via Bluetooth and WiFi 5 (802.11ac).

Here's another similarly priced, similarly spec'd option

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Kamrui Intel N150 Mini PC (16GB/512GB/Windows 11 Pro)

$199.00 | Save 31% | $136.63 at Amazon | Use code '3UDQBYBG'

The Kamrui Intel N150 Mini PC is another compelling deal for Amazon Prime members, currently available for $136.63 after using the coupon code "3UDQBYBG". Its specifications are nearly identical to the AceMagic Vista V1, with the only noticeable difference being the external chassis design (even the port selection and layout are the same). Kamrui is, in fact, owned by the same parent company as AceMagic.

AceMagic Vista Mini V1 Intel N97 Mini PC for $130.13

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Acemagic Vista V1 Intel N97 Mini PC (16GB/512GB)

$259.99 | Save 50% | $130.13 at Amazon | Use code 'V1N97NEW'

If you need a bit more performance, this model upgrades the CPU from the N150 to the Intel N97 for just about $7 more for Prime members. Although the N97 is an older generation processor, it occupies a slightly higher position in Intel's product lineup. It delivers approximately 5%-10% better performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded CPU benchmarks compared to the N150. While this performance gain might seem modest, every bit of extra power is significant in these tiny systems, which don't have the raw computing muscle of their full-sized desktop counterparts.