Mini PCs are a great platform for running a home lab environment. We take a look at the top 5 mini PCs that I have tested for home lab in early to mid 2024 and see which options I would pick.

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Introducing the Top 5 Mini PCs for home server 0:00
Quick reasons you may want to use a mini PC for home server 0:40
Compact size 0:48
Energy efficiency 1:14
They are quiet 1:39
Cost effective 2:15
Good performance 2:38
1. Minisforum MS01 3:15
2. Trigkey S7 Pro 4:48
3. GMKtec Nucbox M5 6:06
4. GMKtec Nucbox K10 7:54
5. Beelink SEi 12 8:56
Wrapping up thoughts on top mini PCs 10:05