With the name of Topton X4C comes a new passive mini PC focused on industrial use, but we can also use at home perfectly given its specifications.
This computer has an aluminum case designed to dissipate heat. Inside it can mount Intel Gen11, Celeron, Core i3, Core i5 and Core i7 processors. Core i5 and Core i7, the latter two have the efficient Intel Xe GPU. A very popular processor family that we have seen in a multitude of low power mini PCs thanks to its good performance in multiple facets. Thanks to the case design of this miniPC, which acts as a large heatsink, we can also use them with the lowest noise.
Topton X4C specifications
The Topton X4C passive miniPC features Intel Celeron N5105 Quad core, Pentium Gold 7505 with 1C/4H, Core i5-1135G7 4C/8H up to 4.2GHz, Core i7-1165G7 4C/8H up to 4.7GHz, all manufactured in 10nm. In the Celeron and Pentium models we have a simple Intel HD Graphics GPU while in the Core i5 and Core i7 we find an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU, much more powerful that can go well for certain not too demanding games.
This computer has versions with 8/16/32/64 GB of RAM, in two slots for SO-DIMM DDR4 modules. For storage we have space for a 256/512 GB or 1 TB M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD and an internal 2.5″ SATA drive bay.
Other features
We have wireless connectivity with an M.2 adapter to connect a Wifi+BT module or optionally a 4G modem. On the perimeter of the case we find 4 USB ports, two 3.0 and two 2.0, 3.5mm audio jack, four 2.5GB network ports, one COM, one HDMI 2.0, one DisplayPort 1.4 with support for 4K@60 HDR video output.
This mini PC is compatible with Windows 11 and Linux and includes an external power supply. Optional VESA support is available, as well as PXE and WOL remote power among other options.
Pricing and availability
- The Topton X4C Mini PC can be purchased on AliExpress from $175 including shipping on its cheapest version.
