MLLSE G2 Pro, Review: Micro PC with Intel N150 processor

Today we present the MLLSE G2 Pro micro PC in its analysis or review. A tiny computer that mounts the popular Intel N150 processor.

The small computer MLLSE G2 Pro offers as engine the Intel N150 (Twin Lake-N) processor manufactured in 10 nm, this has a somewhat improved performance over the Intel N100. This micro PC offers dual video output, 12 GB of fast RAM and a 512 GB SSD drive in an M.2 slot. The installed operating system is Windows 11, but we can install Linux if we want.

Let’s put it to the test and see how it performs in our detailed review.

MLLSE G2 Pro Micro PC Details

Description of MLLSE G2 Pro

The tiny MLLSE G2 Pro is presented with a very sober design few ventilation slots. On the front we have the power button, on the sides three USB-A 3.0 ports, two HDMI, DP, USB-C charging, two Ethernet 1000M and audio jack.

Inside we have a 512 GB SATA M.2 2230 SATA SSD (can be exchanged for NVMe) and has 12 GB soldered LPDDR5 4800 MHz RAM memory. As cooling we have a fan in the lower area and in the rear area we have screws to use the included VESA bracket.

System and performance

Environment and user experience

We start the MLLSE G2 Pro by pressing the power button, a front LED lights up. In seconds we arrive at the Windows 11 Pro 64 bit desktop which is activated when connected to the internet. We have all the drivers installed correctly and we update it without problems with Windows Update. The system moves smoothly on the desktop, it is sufficient hardware for office, multimedia and other apps without excessive load.

• OS: Windows 11 Pro 64bit / Linux optional.
• Software: No preinstalled apps / Antivirus check = OK.
• BIOS: ESC access / BIOS AMI text / WOL / Auto Power ON / Power ON RTC.
• Tutorials: Control with your Smartphone / Install Windows 11 / Migrate Windows to SSD

Network, Storage, RAM and Ports

Inside the MLLSE G2 Pro PC we find a Wifi 5 Bluetooth 5.0 wireless adapter with acceptable speed and two Gigabit Ethernet ports. The SSD is a somewhat slow M.2 2230 SATA, a pity. The RAM comes in a SODIMM and is 12 GB of LPDDR5 4800 MHz RAM soldered with Dual Channel configuration.

• Wifi: Range 42 dBm / Link 5G 490 Mbps / Bluetooth OK.

Processor and features

In the MLLSE G2 Pro PC we have the Intel N150 chip manufactured in 10 nm with four cores and four threads up to 3.6 GHz. For graphics we have an Intel UHD Graphics GPU up to 1000 MHz with 24 EU. The LPDDR5 4800 MHz Dual Channel RAM memory improves the graphics and overall performance. This processor has a low power consumption of only 12 W TDP, but does not give thermal or noise problems. This micro PC has adequate desktop performance, suitable for use with KODI or IPTV, light editing applications and 2D or low 3D games.

• Power Consumption: Off 0.9W / Sleep 8W / Usage 12W / Max 29W.
• Thermal: 40ºC – 71ºC Max / 69ºC Gaming / CPU 2.8 GHz Max / Performance up to 100%.
• Noise: 38 dBA Max / Variable RPM / Semi-passive.

Games and Emulators

We test with games on the MLLSE G2 Pro, the results are the usual for this type of GPU integrated in low power Intel. As we see Intel UHD Graphics GPU with 24 EU is suitable for games like LoL that gives us good fps. In more demanding games like Fornite we do not have a good experience. As for emulators at most we stay in some simple Wii, PS2 and similar titles , we can not with demanding 3D emulators.

• Setting: Medium quality / 1080p resolution / No VSync / Play emulators with RetroArch.
• On Intel HD GPUs low quality and 720p resolution for demanding games.

Video and audio test

Multimedia playback

This MLLSE G2 Pro micro PC has an integrated Intel UHD Graphics GPU with VPU support for HEVC, VP9 and AV1 codecs. We also have support for HDR10, Dolby Vision Atmos with multichannel audio up to 7.1. This small computer is valid as a multimedia system to use KODI, IPTV or to use it with PLEX as a server if we are not going to transcode heavy things.

• Video: 2x HDMI 2.0 / HDR10.
• Audio: HDMI up to 7.1 Jack stereo / Dolby DTS.
• Tutorials: Install KODI with add-ons / Auto refresh rate / Multichannel audio on Windows

Streaming Services on the MLLSE G2 Pro

On the MLLSE G2 Pro we performed several tests with the most popular streaming services, the results are generally positive. You can consult our guides where we explain in detail all the most popular streaming services, in it we explain how to get FullHD quality or up to 4K resolutions.

• Streaming quality: 4K@60 HDR / Guide to 4K HDR and Dolby.
• Certificates: Dolby Vision / Dolby Atmos / AV1 Codec.

Conclusions and purchase links for MLLSE G2 Pro

Opinion about MLLSE G2 Pro

As we have seen the MLLSE G2 Pro is an interesting micro PC for desktop or multimedia thanks to the Intel N150 processor. This computer is valid for home use, despite its small size it offers multiple ports and offers controlled temperatures with a quiet fan.

The MLLSE G2 Pro has a 512 GB M.2 SATA SSD installed by default, somewhat limited in terms of speed compared to NVMe, which can also be installed. We have Windows 11 Pro installed, which works well for browsing, running office apps or consuming multimedia content.

This MLLSE G2 Pro is an economical micro PC for desktop and multimedia. A good rival for price against Android TV-Boxes that are simpler to handle, but are also limited in features.

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