The only fanless all-in-one PC

This unicorn features a 22" full HD LCD screen and is powered by the 6W Intel N200. The system is available with 8GB, 12GB, 16GB and even 32GB of RAM. Unfortunately there is a catch, storage is only 128GB UFS, a module found in cheap, entry-level phones. This computer does come with a 512GB external HDD, but that defeats the purpose of having a completely silent, all-solid-state PC. That said, at $549, it's a neat little setup for kids and seniors who just want to watch YouTube, check Facebook, and browse the web.  

Quiet enough for a bedroom

This impressive Proxmox machine was built using repurposed hardware to support infrastructure at a commercial mushroom farm. The system is housed in large heatsink case and is powered by a 54W Pentium Gold G5420 paired with a Gigabyte Z390 AORUS PRO motherboard and 32GB of DDR4 memory. For storage, it features a 256GB NVMe SSD dedicated to Proxmox VE and virtual machines, alongside two mirrored pairs of consumer SSDs including a 1TB ZFS mirror for telemetry history and a 500GB ZFS mirror for backups.

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Make it make sense

This is so confusing, and a little triggering, too. Imagine spending $300 on a fanless case, only to ditch the heatpipes and cram five tiny screaming fans inside. "Though I'd post this here too, Asus/Intel NUC 15 with the i7 255H, the new Gigabyte 5060lp, m.2 to x16 PCIE adapter, Meanwell 300w PSU, and custom wiring and laser cut plexiglass in an HDPLEX H1 case."

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PCMag reviews the NUC 16 Pro

"This isn't your father's NUC—or even the NUC you may remember from five or 10 years ago. The PC industry keeps finding ways to pack beefier silicon into ever-tinier machines. Case in point: the Asus NUC 16 Pro Mini. Our punchy test model (expected to sell for around $3,000), kitted out with an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor and 64GB of memory, is one of the most powerful mini PCs of its size class we've tested to date. It delivers enough CPU performance to handle tough workflows—managing complex datasets, casual content-creation work, even light AI development—while taking up almost no space on your desk.

The Asus NUC 16 Pro Mini, in the configuration that we tested or one like it, will set you back quite a bit when purchased individually. But the performance for the size is pretty impressive. It will power through any general office tasks you throw at it, as well as light content-creation work. It's also packed with features that IT managers and other business users will appreciate, like an extended warranty with direct support, hardware-level security, and deep AI development readiness."

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This camera can run Crysis

The VG-15MV-66 is a complete Edge AI surveillance platform that combines compute, camera power, and outdoor deployment into a single integrated system. Unlike traditional installations that require separate cabinets, switches, and power distribution equipment, it integrates compute, networking, and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) camera connectivity within a single IP66-rated enclosure. Designed for outdoor and harsh environment deployments, it enables local processing, connectivity, and flexible installation wherever only a raw mains power feed is available, such as lamp posts, roadside infrastructure, and utility poles, eliminating the need for external power conversion equipment or cabinets.

Built around an Intel Core Ultra NUC-class compute module, the platform provides the CPU and GPU performance required for demanding edge AI and video analytics workloads. The enclosure supports direct camera mounting, with multiple attachment points compatible with a range of fixed and PTZ cameras. Two external IP66- rated PoE RJ45 ports provide power and network connectivity for up to three IP cameras from a single unit, removing the need for separate PoE switches or injectors at the installation point.

With a fully sealed, fanless, passively cooled design, a wide operating temperature range, and protected power and I/O interfaces, the VG-15MV-66 is engineered for permanent outdoor installation, delivering reliable, low-maintenance operation in demanding environments.

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Massive copper bullion

If you feel tempted to recreate this passive cooling experiment yourself, we actually managed to spot the exact copper bullion block for $170. Yes, a solid brick of copper sitting directly on the CPU does dissipate enough heat to function, but proceed with caution. Just balancing such a monolith on your motherboard is a ticking catastrophe. We're ready for a proper copper CPU cooler to land on the market, hopefully soon.

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ASUS NUC 14 Essential Fanless

ASUS is back with a vengeance. Following the N100-powered PN42 in 2023, and PN43 in 2024, ASUS launches its third N100 fanless mini PC, the NUC 14 Essential Fanless. No worries, N150 and even N250 models are also coming! This time around, ASUS took no chances with cooling, the NUC 14 Essential Fanless features its beefiest heatsink yet (and it takes center stage in the products's promotional materials). The NUC 14 Essential Fanless is also extremely reliable. It's designed for 24/7 operation and is certified to meet MIL-STD-810H durability standards, which include temperature extremes, thermal shock, mechanical shocks and drops, vibration, dust and sand, humidity, altitude and low-pressure. We want one. 

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The Akasa Euler MX2 is official

Akasa, a leading provider of thermal solutions, introduced the Euler MX2, a premium aluminium fanless case for Mini-ITX motherboards. It supports Intel® LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200 and LGA115X socket-based processors up to 35W TDP and pairs an integrated 220W DC-to-DC power converter with two internal 2.5" SATA drive bays. The Euler MX2 suits commercial systems that run unattended, such as industrial automation, point-of-sale (POS) and kiosks, surveillance, digital signage, and long-life edge computing.

Akasa's patented spring-loaded mounting system gives the Euler MX2 wide compatibility with Mini-ITX form factor motherboards and consistent, stable thermal contact across the supported socket range. The case supports Intel® Core™ (8th-14th Gen) and Core™ Ultra (15th Gen) processors up to 35W TDP. Its fully passive aluminium chassis dissipates heat from the CPU through the external fins. With no fans, the system minimises noise and mechanical points of failure.

Two internal bays support 2.5" SATA SSDs or HDDs up to 9.5mm in height, giving system integrators storage capacity built into the case. For installations where a smaller footprint matters more than 2.5" storage, the 4.0L Euler CMX supports the same sockets and processors up to 35W TDP, with onboard M.2 storage only.

The internal 220W DC-to-DC converter runs from a 12V DC input via a 4-pin DIN connector and delivers +3.3V, +5V, +5V standby, +12V and -12V rails. It has built-in over-voltage and over-power protection and is rated for operation from -25°C to 70°C. 24-pin and 4+4-pin ATX power cables are included for standard motherboard connection. An optional 150W, 12V external adapter is available for complete system builds (product code: AK-PD150-02K).

The Euler MX2 starts at £195.00 / €198.00 (prices may vary by reseller). The Euler MX2 is available to order throughout the UK, Europe, North America and Asia. Contact the Akasa team to find a reseller near you.

OnLogic Helix 320 announced

The Helix 320 brings powerful, highly efficient Intel N-Series processing to the edge. Configurable with a 4-core N250 or an 8-core N355 processor paired with up to 16GB of high-speed LPDDR5 memory hitting 4800 MT/s, this architecture is optimized to handle demanding edge gateway and data logging applications with ease. By maximizing processing compute standards while maintaining low power consumption, the system helps lower ongoing operational costs for large deployments. A 5-year product lifecycle ensures a predictable total cost of ownership (TCO) and safeguards engineers against the expensive testing cycles brought on by sudden hardware redesigns.

Housed in a fanless, low profile enclosure, the Helix 320 is purpose-built for easy integration into tight spaces and harsh environments alike. The passive cooling architecture ensures reliable operation across a 0 to 50°C temperature range while keeping internal components protected from airborne debris. Far more than a general purpose computing platform, the Helix 320 is tested to meet strict global industrial standards for specific use cases, including EMC standards for medical 60601-1-2 (4th ed.). Combined with a flexible 12–36V DC 3-pin terminal block power input, the system seamlessly drops into existing cabinets and easily ties into DIN rail power sources.

Engineered for dense connectivity without the need for expensive add-on cards, the Helix 320 includes four native 2.5 GbE LAN ports for high-throughput edge networking. The system delivers multi-screen capability without taking up valuable physical space by supporting up to three independent displays simultaneously, giving you deployment flexibility through a choice of four physical front-panel connections: two standard DisplayPorts and two DisplayPort 1.4 over USB-C (DPOC) ports. For critical industrial control, the back panel integrates a robust 14-pin terminal block supporting dual RS-232/485/422 serial connections. Internal expansion slots allow for Wi-Fi and 4G/5G cellular modules, ensuring flexible connectivity right out of the box.

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Is $400 reasonable for this?

The HDPLEX H5 is the only slim fanless case to support a passively cooled graphics card. In terms of physical footprint, the case measures 16.9 inches (430 mm) wide, 14.0 inches (355 mm) deep, and 4.3 inches (110 mm) high, weighing in at a solid 17.6 pounds (8.0 kg). The H5 also features a heavy 15 mm brushed aluminum faceplate. The standard CPU system uses an eight-copper-heatpipe design and an impressive 1kg copper base block, rated to dissipate up to 125W TDP.

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