Gigabyte has released three mini-PCs based on SoC Gemini Lake

All three models use Intel hardware platform Gemini Lake.

In the family of mini-PCs Gigabyte Brix the next replenishment: the debut of the model BLCE-4000RC, BLCE-4105R and BLCE-5005R. All three models use Intel hardware platform Gemini Lake and is equipped with Intel Celeron N4000 (2 cores/2 threads, 1,1/2,6 GHz), Celeron J4105 (4 cores/4 threads, 1.5 m/2.5 GHz) and Pentium Silver J5005 (4 cores/4 threads, 1,5/2,8 GHz), respectively. Note that the first mini-PC is content with passive cooling.

The device is made in a housing with dimensions of 56 x 103 x of 116.5 mm and represent a “refresh” of last year’s models. The main difference of the novelties from their predecessors is the presence of HDMI 2.0 a or HDMI 1.4 b, as well as the serial port. Mini PC support the installation of one memory module SO-DIMM DDR4 memory with capacity of 8 GB and one 2.5-inch drive with SATA 6 GB/s.

In computers also includes the wireless module Intel Wireless-AC 3168 (Wi-Fi 802.11 ac and Bluetooth 4.2), and Gigabit network interface and audio subsystem answer chips Realtek RTL8111HS and ALC891. Of other things it is possible to note the presence of four USB 3.0 ports (three Type A and one Type-C). To power the system using an external adapter with a nominal value of 40 watts.

With regard to indicative prices in European stores compact PC Gigabyte BLC-4000RC will be available at a price of €130, and BLCE-4105R and BLCE-5005R cost about 140 and 180 euros.

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