In May 2023, I shared the Lenovo Xiao Xin Mini PC with the configuration of i5-13500H+16GB+1TB, which was priced at 3699 yuan. The price during Double Eleven was 3359 yuan, and now it is priced at 3599 yuan, showing little price fluctuation. Today, I will share the Lenovo Xiao Xin Mini PC equipped with the Core 13th generation i7-13700H processor. Is it worth buying?
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Processor and Integrated Graphics:The Core 13th generation i7-13700H features 6 P-cores and 8 E-cores, 20 threads, and a 24MB L3 cache. The maximum turbo frequency for performance cores is 5.0GHz, while the efficiency cores can reach up to 3.7GHz. Integrated graphics have 96 EU, with a maximum dynamic frequency of 1.50GHz. The theoretical power consumption ranges from 35W to 115W.
Memory and Storage:The standard configuration includes 32GB DDR4 3200MHz dual-channel memory, with a maximum support of 64GB DDR4 3200MHz dual-channel memory. It supports 2 M.2 2280 SSD slots, and comes with a 1TB PCIe 4.0 solid-state drive.
Ports:3 USB 3.2 standard ports (1 front/2 rear), 1 USB 2.0 standard port (1 rear), 2 USB-C ports (1 front, USB 3.2 standard; 1 rear, Thunderbolt 4 standard port), 1 HDMI 2.1 port (1 rear), 1 DP 1.4 port (1 rear), 1 RJ45 2.5G Ethernet port (1 rear), 1 3.5mm combo port (1 front), and 1 DC power port (1 rear).
Appearance:195×191×39mm, with a volume of about 1.45L and a weight of approximately 1.8kg. It has a built-in 150W ultra-thin 80Plus platinum power supply.
Cooling:Equipped with a powerful cooling system, it features a dual-turbine fan design. The factory default is a balanced mode, which can be switched to two modes via Lenovo Computer Manager or BIOS.
Pre-installed:Genuine Windows 11 Home Chinese version, and genuine Office Home and Student edition.
Others:WiFi 6 wireless card; Bluetooth 5.2; supports triple display output; integrated metal frame; supports remote access to the computer via Lenovo Cloud software on mobile phones (supports multiple devices accessing simultaneously); Android phones can automatically back up files (similar to cloud space, saving monthly cloud space fees); supports remote wake-up (similar to software like Sunflower); remote standby power consumption is 2W; comes with a 3-year limited warranty and on-site service.
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The following are personal opinions for reference only.
Pros:
1、Built-in integrated 150W ultra-thin 80Plus platinum power supply, making the desktop cleaner and more convenient for portability;
2、Dual-turbine fans + integrated metal frame helps with cooling, with a maximum power of 65W;
3、3 USB 3.2 + 1 USB 2.0 + 1 Thunderbolt 4 + 1 USB 3.2 Type-C ports are abundant, and the USB 2.0 can be dedicated to wireless keyboard and mouse sets;
4、Supports remote multi-user access, mobile file backup, and standby power consumption of 2W, which is a good selling point, equivalent to a private cloud host;
5、3-year limited warranty and on-site service, making it a priority for those who care about after-sales service.
Cons:
1、Does not support Type-C power delivery;
2、Thunderbolt 4 port is located above the power port, so be careful when plugging and unplugging;
3、The built-in integrated power supply may affect the host’s cooling, especially in non-air-conditioned environments during summer, leading to high SSD temperatures and throttling (players with conditions can customize auxiliary cooling bases or add USB fans for cooling);
4、The current price of 4499 yuan is not highly competitive compared to other domestic brands.
Conclusion:
The Lenovo Xiao Xin mini (i7-13700H + 32GB + 1TB) is currently priced at 4499 yuan, which is 900 yuan more than the (i5-13500H + 16GB + 1TB) version priced at 3599 yuan. The price difference for Lenovo’s 32GB and 16GB memory is 300 yuan, leaving the remaining 600 yuan as the processor price difference; The theoretical performance difference between the i7-13700H and i5-13500H is about 20%. Users who use large software should choose the i7-13700H, otherwise, daily applications will hardly feel the performance difference between the i7-13700H and i5-13500H.
If we talk about price, the Lenovo Xiao Xin mini (i7-13700H) and i5-13500H are not the most cost-effective, but they focus on a worry-free experience without the need for upgrades or system installations, and they offer better after-sales service. Players who value cost-effectiveness for mini PCs can check out other articles shared by the author.
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