TRIGKEY Mini PC with Intel N100 CPU, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 500GB SSD (New Version) $229 Delivered @ TRIGKEY-AU via Amazon AU

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SpeedAU on 24/01/2025 - 22:06 amazon.com.au (925 clicks)
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I already own a QN11 from AliExpress, which is fantastic as a media server with its N100 chipset. What really stands out is the large, nearly silent fan—perfect for quiet operation.

You might wonder why I wouldn’t just buy another QN11. Well, I recently came across a new model from Trigkey. It features an internal power supply, a larger and equally quiet fan, dual NICs, a 500GB SSD (with the option for an additional M.2 drive), and 16GB of RAM—all for just $229. That’s an absolute steal!

This setup isn’t for everyone, but if you’re after silent performance, this gets you 99% of the way there.

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  • Orrelljet on 24/01/2025 - 22:11

    Worth noting the additional M.2 slot is PCIE x1, as opposed to the x4 of the main slot.

    Update. Digging a little deeper it’s actually a M.2 SATA slot.

    Update 2. Ignore above update. The x4 slot is SATA compatible.

    • SpeedAU on 24/01/2025 - 22:21
      +1

      Main m2 slot expect 3000mbps second slot expect 1000mbps

  • Manny Calavera on 24/01/2025 - 22:12
    +2

    I’m confused. Can’t you get an N150 for that sort of money?

    I’m half tempted to buy one of these and plug a fat HDD in as a plex server.

      • SamyKn on 26/01/2025 - 16:51
        +2

        100% incorrect!!

        • SpeedAU on 26/01/2025 - 22:02
          -3

          lol go look at youtube videos and cpubenchmark then you can stop telling lies.

    • kizzaaa on 25/01/2025 - 03:36
      +1

      There are some reddit users over on r/minipcs who have used NVME to SATA splitters like this to create mini pcs capable of very large libraries using multiple 3.5in HDDs.

      • teardrops21 on 25/01/2025 - 07:06

        What the best way to power the HDD in this type of setup

      • Joost on 25/01/2025 - 08:05

        That looks awesome and insane! I really want to try this and really don't need to. The reviews for those type of NVME/SATA adapters look mixed, maybe inadequate built in cooling? I wonder if an SAS breakout board would be more stable? Breakout the 4 Sata that way instead? Crazy stuff

        • F1Maniac on 25/01/2025 - 13:11

          Yea im thinking of usb external case to add so I can run frigate and store recordings. But this an excellent option too. Only thing is you still need to power these 3.5" hdd

  • jeffr on 25/01/2025 - 01:17

    No stock

  • kizzaaa on 25/01/2025 - 03:27
    +6

    IMO the built-in PSU is not a good thing, most people are better off with an external brick or USB-C power source (when supported) as they're easier and cheaper to replace if something goes wrong.

    The bigger, lower RPM fan is interesting. I run 2 x N100s and found them to be very quiet in general so not sure of the value add with the bigger fan.

    I reckon N150s will be at this price point in the next few months as OEMs clear stock of N100. You can already get a barebone N150 under AUD 200 on Aliexpress.

    • SpeedAU on 25/01/2025 - 14:04
      -1

      N150's are a weird varient. Slower in all benchmarks when compared to N100

      • kizzaaa on 27/01/2025 - 00:37

        Intel’s own website states N150 has faster CPU and GPU clock speeds, while all other specifications are identical.

        Source: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/compare.htm…

        N150 is the same fab as N100 but just with a higher clock.

        Where are you finding the slower benchmarks? Are they like for like comparisons e.g. LPDDR5 etc?

  • adam149 on 25/01/2025 - 09:02
    +2

    OP the deal isn't as good as you're making out

    • flashi007 on 25/01/2025 - 09:43

      Genuine question from me (so don’t take it the wrong way). As a complete novice when it comes to this stuff can you tell me why it’s not that good a deal? I’m assuming that a SOYO from aliexpress would be enough for me as a small Plex PC. This isn’t worth the extra?

  • econzune on 25/01/2025 - 12:32

    What are the most popular applications for these mini PCs?

    I am intrigued but need to better understand the potential goals. Plex server, home assistant?

    If one uses it as a Plex server, simply add a big HD? SSD?

    Since I am not very savvy: What is the energy use of these mini PCs in case they run 24/7, say, compared to a cheap NAS?

    Is there such thing as a backup battery for these for power cuts (if Home assistant)?

    Someone mentioned Soyo, so a quick look at AE shows 6/128 GB Soyos for half price of this. Would they be so much worse?

    Thank you.

    • Wilburre on 25/01/2025 - 20:08
      +1

      Completely different chipset - significantly slower.

    • Balmaino on 29/01/2025 - 23:54

      i use mine to run game servers (valheim, enshrouded, 7 days to die) as well as run jellyfin as a media server, it has no problem doing both simultaneously. different model but sams specs- n100, 16gb ram, 500gb nvme

    • Shootinputin89 on 09/02/2025 - 00:36

      I use mine as a Plex Server - since I usually run AMD CPUs in my servers. Intel QuickSync helps.

  • F1Maniac on 25/01/2025 - 13:08
    +1

    I bought n100 last year this time as ha on vm through asustor had intermittent issues. I copied over the virtual HD into the box and it's been happy days ever since.

  • Binggggo on 14/02/2025 - 13:37

    I can't tell if this has a USB-C port - even if it does, assume it can't be powered from it?

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