Lenovo's tiny Mac mini rival with Intel Panther Lake and 16 GB RAM drops to lowest price ever ($460 off) - Notebookcheck
Lenovo's Yoga Mini PC, a compact Windows desktop rivaling the Mac Mini, has dropped to its lowest price ever ahead of Black Friday.
The 0.65-liter device, powered by Intel's Panther Lake architecture, is now available at Best Buy for $599.99. This price point represents a significant markdown from its original launch price of $1,059.99, marking the lowest point in its market history.
The base configuration includes an 8-core Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor, 16 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 memory, and 512 GB of storage. The system also features a powerful integrated GPU and a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of up to 47 TOPS for local AI tasks.
Elvis Shida, a tech writer for Notebookcheck, noted that the device offers a sleek, powerful alternative to the Mac Mini. The laptop-sized PC provides a versatile platform for everyday work, coding, and photo editing.
Hardware and Features
The Yoga Mini distinguishes itself with a unique set of features not found on its Apple competitor. Users can tap the top of its cylindrical aluminum chassis to control RGB underglow, share files, and activate the new Qira AI Assistant.
Connectivity options are comprehensive, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two 10 Gbps USB-C ports, a USB-A port, HDMI 2.1, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, and a headphone jack. The device also supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
An innovative Wi-Fi sensing feature allows the device to automatically wake or dim the display when a user approaches or steps away from their desk. Two built-in microphones facilitate seamless meetings and direct interaction with the AI assistant.
Higher-End Options
For users requiring more power, Lenovo offers a higher-end model with a 16-core Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor and Arc B390 graphics. This configuration is priced at $1,599.99 after a 25% discount.
The material indicates that the discounted price at Best Buy is subject to time restrictions and limited unit availability. Readers are advised to check the retailer's website for current stock and deal terms.
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