Tiny Fanless Mini PC, Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI, secures title as the World's Smallest Intel Core Ultra PC, boasting a height of only 43mm and a volume of 0.44 liters.
Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI: The World's Smallest Intel Core Ultra-Powered Mini PC
The Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI is making waves in the mini PC market, standing out as one of the world’s smallest fanless mini PCs powered by Intel Core Ultra processors. With a height of just 43mm (4.3 cm) and a volume of 0.44 liters, this compact device is a perfect fit for space-constrained environments.
The PICO-MTU4-SEMI boasts an impressive array of features, including two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, 2.5GbE and 1GbE LAN ports, an HDMI 1.4 connector for display output, a DC-in jack, and DB9 style ports for RS-232/422/485 serial communication with various industrial devices and machinery. One of these DB9 style ports is a GPIO for further I/O control flexibility.
The device is compatible with Windows 10 or 11, as well as Ubuntu Linux 22.04.2, offering versatility for different operating system preferences. It also supports up to 32GB of soldered single-channel LPDDR5 memory, making it suitable for demanding applications.
The PICO-MTU4-SEMI is designed with a focus on ultra-compactness and silent operation, echoing the design of something that can be tethered to the back of an Acorn Electron. However, Aaeon has not disclosed pricing or retail links for the PICO-MTU4-SEMI, and interested parties are advised to contact Aaeon directly for more information.
The PICO-MTU4-SEMI also features an M.2 2230 E-Key slot intended for on-board Wi-Fi connectivity, and an M.2 2280 SSD slot for fixed storage (PCIe Gen 4 and SATA compatible). With its compact size, versatile features, and focus on industrial applications, the Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI is a promising addition to the mini PC market.
Comparison with MSI Cubi NUC 1M
Compared to the MSI Cubi NUC 1M, the Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI is markedly smaller and more specialized. While the MSI Cubi NUC 1M is a compact mini PC with some flexibility for SSD storage, it lacks precise size and port details. In contrast, the PICO-MTU4-SEMI is the world's smallest Intel Core Ultra-powered mini PC, offering a more focused and compact solution for industrial applications.
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The Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI, despite being compared to the MSI Cubi NUC 1M, offers a more specialized and compact solution for industrial applications with its distinctive size and port layout, which includes DB9 style ports for serial communication and M.2 slots for Wi-Fi connectivity and fixed storage. This mini PC also stands out in the market with its focus on data-and-cloud-computing capabilities, given its compatibility with Windows 10 or 11, Ubuntu Linux 22.04.2, and its support for gadgets like industrial devices and machinery.
