All three announced mini PCs are powered by the same entry-level Intel Core 3 304 CPU that offers 1+4-Core configuration.
Beelink Announces EQ Mini, EQi, and ME Pro-2 Mini PCs, Powered by Intel Core 3 304, DDR5/LPDDR5 Memory, and Dual M.2 SSD Slots
The Intel Wildcat Lake isn't just made for entry-level laptops, they are well-suited for lightweight and entry-level mini PCs as well. While we were waiting for manufacturers to launch Wildcat Lake laptops, some manufacturers had already prepared a couple of mini PCs based on the new entry-level chips. As per the report by @realVictor_M, the hardware manufacturer Beelink has already prepared three such systems.
All three mini PCs offer the same Intel Wildcat Lake CPU and similar specifications in many areas. These are the EQ Mini, EQi, and ME Pro-2 mini PCs, which are powered by the slowest Intel Wildcat Lake CPU, i.e., the Core 3 304. The Intel Core 3 304 is the only CPU with a 1+4-core configuration, featuring a single Cougar Cove Performance core and 4 Darkmont LP-E cores.
Hence, these mini PCs are the slowest and most entry-level systems, packed into small enclosures measuring as little as 112 x 112 x 37 mm. The EQi is somewhat bigger and brings more versatility, and then there is ME PRO-2, which is a NAS solution for users. Specs-wise, the EQ mini brings LPDDR5 memory, UFS 3.1 storage, dual M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD slots, dual USB4 ports, and a single 10 GbE LAN port. It's powered by a 45W adapter, while other solutions offer higher wattage PSUs.
For example, the EQi and ME Pro-2 include an 85W and 120W adapter, respectively, and they also offer better specs. The EQi offers both DDR5 and LPDDR5 compatibility, the same dual M.2 and dual USB4 ports, and also dual LAN ports, including a 10 GbE and 2.5 GbE LAN. The ME Pro-2 is a bigger chassis that also brings support for 3.5" and 2.5" storage drives, but brings only a single M.2 slot for NVMe SSD.
Prices for the systems haven't been shared yet, but considering Wildcat Lake laptops start at under $600, these should be even cheaper.
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