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The editors liked
Compact and portable form factor
Ultra-low power consumption
Pre-loaded OS
Capable of smooth streaming
Compact size allows you to easily carry your PC with you
BIOS can be accessed and adjusted to improve overall performance
Fullsized ports increase computing ability
Security port allows you to secure the device on the go
I love that the Compute Stick can be powered solely by the USB port on my TV. I expected it to need more power
But it doesn't. One less plug in my entertainment centre's rat nest
I've been looking for a low-power
Lightweight device to use as a Kodi mul
Adds limited computing power to your TV/display
Bluetooth
Small-size means easy to hide behind the TV
Decent video play and storage speed
Small
Cheap
Tiny form factor
Can tweak BIOS
Value for money
The Intel Compute Stick excels as a media streaming
Web-browsing machine
And it's a $150 PC that can fit into your pocket
Cheaper than laptops and PCs
Full Windows
Small enough to fit behind a monitor
Can play 1080p video smoothly
Inexpensive
Eye-catching design
MicroSD card slot
The editors didn't like
Expensive relative to rival offerings
Lack of storage and memory hinders multi-tasking
Without the HDMI cable
The device may be difficult to connect to a screen where the ports are close together
Performance is a bit slower than other mobile devices
Only one USB port on the device
Requires vents and a fan
You would think a computer expressly designed to plug into a TV would have an option for overscan correction
Yes? You'd be wrong—the Compute Stick doesn't support that at all. The dongle worked fine on my TV
But my on my friend's 80-inch projection TV—o
Only one USB 2.0 port
Slow Wi-Fi networking
Accessorizing adds to final price
Resource restrictive
Very poor performance
Cooling issues
Port clearance may be a problem
Somewhat limited connectivity
Form factor is controversial
Fan isn't ideal
Performance wasn't impressive
The tablet-grade performance isn't suitable for heavy tasks
And spotty Bluetooth connectivity limit this PC's functionality
Small enough to fit behind a monitor, Can play 1080p video smoothly, Inexpensive
Poor performance, Not enough ports, Limited storage, Far too expensive for media streaming
Can the Compute Stick be your sole computer? Yes, absolutely. It can run everything any other affordable desktop can except games. The question is not whether this device can be your only PC, but whether you'd want it to be. That's a tougher sell. The Co...
Published: 2015-04-22, Author: Sean , review by: gizmodo.co.uk
I love that the Compute Stick can be powered solely by the USB port on my TV. I expected it to need more power, but it doesn't. One less plug in my entertainment centre's rat nest, I've been looking for a low-power, lightweight device to use as a Kodi mul
You would think a computer expressly designed to plug into a TV would have an option for overscan correction, yes? You'd be wrong—the Compute Stick doesn't support that at all. The dongle worked fine on my TV, but my on my friend's 80-inch projection TV—o
No.The Compute Stick is a good idea at what would be a decent price if it did a good job. But this stick just has too many problems. It's hard to set up and use. It's not very powerful. It has weird connectivity issues. It's not even all that portable: ye...
Published: 2016-09-07, Author: Joel , review by: pcmag.com
Class-leading performance, Light, compact design, Includes Windows 10, Plugs directly into an HDMI port on a monitor or TV, Plentiful memory and storage, Equipped with lots of expansion and connectivity options, including three USB 3.0 ports, Three-year w
Only one USB-C port, USB mouse and keyboard are required for initial wireless setup
Powered by a Core m3 processor, the Intel Compute Stick excels as a fully functional PC that fits in your pocket and can use a TV as a display...
Published: 2016-03-09, Author: Chris , review by: theverge.com
Super portable, Plugs into any display with an HDMI port, Runs full Windows 10 Home
2GB of RAM limits multitasking, 32GB of built-in storage, Can create a mess of wires
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
Published: 2016-01-22, Author: Andrew , review by: arstechnica.com
Wireless performance is much better than the first model, Cherry Trail's CPU and GPU aren't bad for something this small and cheap, At $159, it's competitive with high-end streaming boxes like the Apple TV or Roku 4, Two USB ports and longer power cord sh
Fan is a little annoying, First-time setup still requires a wired keyboard or mouse until you can pair a Bluetooth peripheral or the Remote Keyboard app, Bluetooth range is limited, which can be a problem if you're trying to use it with a TV
If you wanted to buy the first Compute Stick but were put off by the various wireless and setup problems reviewers had with it, the good news is that this model is much better. Jumping from barebones 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to the same 802.11ac adapter you get in hi...
Tiny form factor, Full Windows 10 pre-installed, Additional USB 3.0 port added, Improved wireless chip
Performance isn't substantively better than previous model's, Fan is sometimes audible, Competing InFocus Kangaroo has more features, costs less, and isn't much bigger
Intel's updated Compute Stick sports an extra USB port and a better wireless chip for improved streaming. It's still an impressively compact and affordable, but unless every inch of space counts, you can buy cheaper alternatives with more features. Read...
Abstract: At $149 (trending down) this is an interesting Windows 8.1 PC but when you know it weighs just 54 grams / 0.116 pounds it becomes a bit of an eye opener. The Intel Compute Stick, and its branded variants, are starting to become available in the market and...
Abstract: “The Compute Stick from Intel is an innovative device that may not be for everybody, but still stands out for what it brings”Our smartphones these days have become so powerful that it wouldn't be wrong to call them mini PCs, but with the Compute Stick, In...
Published: 2015-06-05, Author: Twitter
Terry , review by: wegotserved.com
The Intel Compute Stick is one of the more innovative devices of 2015 – if not the best. There are no surprises here – the Intel Compute Stick is what it is: a small footprint, low-power, great value PC. To say it's a “prototype” or a “beta” devic...
