MINISFORUM U300

MINISFORUM U300
Brand: MINISFORUM
Category: Mini PC
  • 1: Intel 3867U dual-core processor
  • 2: GPU: Intel HD Graphics 610
  • 3: Expandable 2TB 2.5 inch SSD HDD
  • 4: 2.4GHz + 5GHz WiFi
  • 5: System: Windows 10
  • 6: 1000Mbps / 2 x USB3.0

MINISFORUM U300 - Price

MINISFORUM U300 - Specs

Product Details

  • Features
    Intel 3867U dual-core processor, 8GB LPDDR3 running memory, 2M cache, 1.80GHz clock speed, easy multitasking, worry-free multi-window
    128GB SSD large-capacity hard disk, read and write speed is greatly improved, second speed boot, fast transmission, with 8GB memory, running more smoothly
    Preinstalled Win10 Home Edition system, bringing safe and reliable performance support, so as to enjoy a comfortable operating experience
    Rich interface, HDMI + USB3.0 + RJ45 + Type-C + TF card, etc., to meet daily office, home, audio, and video entertainment, etc., to meet daily use needs
  • Specification
    Brand: MINISFORUM
    Model: U300
    Type: Mini PC
    System: Windows 10
    CPU: Intel Celeron 3867U
    Core: Dual Core
    GPU: Intel HD Graphics 610
    RAM Type: LPDDR3
    Max. Extended Capacity: TF card up to 64GB (not included)
    Maximum External Hard Drives Capacity: 2TB
    Color: Black

    5G WiFi: Yes
    WIFI: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-band WiFi 2.4GHz/5GHz , Dual wireless antenna
    Bluetooth: Bluetooth4.0
    Power Supply: Charge Adapter
    Interface: 3.5mm Audio,DC 12V,HDMI,RJ45,SSD: PCIEx4 + SATA 3.0,TF card,Type-C,USB3.0
    Antenna: Yes
    Language: Multilanguage
    HDMI Version: 1.4
    Other Functions: 3D Games,3D Video,DLNA,ISO Files,Miracast,NTSC,Others,PAL
    External Subtitle Supported: Yes
    HDMI Function: CEC,HDCP,HEC
    Power Consumption.: 15W
    RJ45 Port Speed: 1000Mbps

    System Bit: 64Bit
    WiFi Chip: AC3165
    System Activation: Yes

    Power Type: External Power Adapter Mode
    Power Input Vol: 12V
    Suggest Input: 12V 3A
    Power Adapter Input: 100-240V / 50-60Hz
  • Package content
    1 x MINISFORUM U300 Mini PC
    1 x Power Adapter
    2 x HDMI Cable
    1 x Wall Mount
    2 x SATA Cable
    1 x Plastic Mat
    1 x English Manual

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

8.8 4.4 1
  • Design 9 / 10
  • Features 9 / 10
  • Performance 9 / 10
  • Connectivity 8 / 10

MINISFORUM U300 Intel Celeron 3867U Mini PC

The Minisforum U300 is the twin brother of its big brother the U500 and uses exactly the same chassis and the same basic components. We thus find identical connectivity and the same functionalities. The big difference between the two solutions is therefore only due to the embedded processor.

We go from a Broadwell Core i3-5005U chip launched in 2015 with two cores and four threads running at 2 Ghz with 3 MB cache and an Intel HD 5500 graphics circuit in a 15 watt TDP envelope for the U500 to a Kaby Lake Refresh Celeron 3867U processor launched in early 2019 by Intel which runs on two cores and two threads at 1.8 GHz. On paper, the second chip is much lower in computational performance with only 2 MB of cache memory, it is slower in test software. But in practice, given the target of this type of machine, it should not differ greatly in use.

MINISFORUM U300

The technical performances of these two processors are very similar because their computing capacity on a single thread is identical. As the Minisforum U300 aims at a low level of desktop PC use, this should not necessarily be felt. For example, a word processing software or a web browser works as a simple Thread, unlike heavier applications or some games. To launch an office automation software, therefore, we will not necessarily feel a gap between the two chips.

MINISFORUM U300

However, the big difference is that it is the processing capacity of the graphics chip that will change enormously. The HD 610 on the Kaby Lake R chip has been completely redesigned compared to the Broadwell solution. It is now able to support much more complex formats such as H.265 or HEVC Main 10. All in a 10-bit color depth. The VP9 format used by Google on Youtube is also supported. This solution is also HDCP 2.2 compatible, which opens the doors to many UltraHD Streaming solutions including Netflix.

MINISFORUM U300

As you will have understood, the Broadwell core of the Minisforum U500 is theoretically faster for heavy use. Uses that should not be specifically sought with this Minisforum U300, but the U300 solution will be more versatile for today’s uses with better video support for example. This without impacting the actual performance of traditional applications such as a navigation or office automation session. From a gaming point of view, both solutions will be able to support old games or low-grade titles released recently by reducing overly demanding graphics capabilities.

Both the Minisforum U300 and U500 offer interesting components, both offer 8GB of DDR3L RAM with a 128GB SSD base in the scalable M.2 2280 format. This storage, which includes the pre-installed Windows 10 system, will be supported by a 2.5″ SATA slot to add a high-capacity mechanical disk or a second SSD. This operation will be done by opening the upper part of the machine.

MINISFORUM U300

The rest is classic, the small box 12.2 cm wide by 11 cm deep and 4.3 cm thick offers a standard but complete connection system. On the front panel, there is a USB Type-C port with two USB 3.0 Type-A ports. A 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack is also available as well as the engine start button.

On the rear panel, there are two HDMI 1.4 ports (HDCP and CEC) to drive two displays, two other USB 3.0 Type-A ports and a Gigabit Ethernet output. Both devices offer Wifi5 and Bluetooth 4.2 driven by an Intel AC 3165 chipset on a M.2 2230 port, and a MicroSDXC card reader is also available on the side of each device.

MINISFORUM U300

The cooling of the machines is active with, as can be seen in the photo of the rear interface, a ventilation hole showing metal fins. The fresh air, drawn in by a fan, will therefore be pushed through these fins to cool them. They themselves will transmit the heat produced by the processor.

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