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Testseek.com have collected 61 expert reviews of the Intel Compute Stick STK2M3 and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Intel Compute Stick STK2M3.
Award: Most Awarded April 2016
April 2016
 
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The editors liked

  • A decent multipurpose PC in a tiny package
  • Bloat-free Windows 10
  • USB Type-C adapter also doubles as a USB hub
  • Improving the stick's versatility
  • Relatively respectable performance and power consumption
  • 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage is a big improveme
  • Powerful enough for most computing tasks
  • Inexpensive
  • Very portable
  • Incredibly affordable Windows PC
  • Improves on previous generation with addition of a second USB port
  • Highly portable
  • Super portable
  • More powerful Skylake Core m3-6Y70 CPU
  • Double the RAM and storage of its predecessors
  • Three USB 3.0 ports
  • Expandable storage
  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi
  • Tiny form factor
  • Enough performance and ports to serve as a mainstream productivity PC
  • 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
  • Dual USB Ports
  • 4K output
  • Runs Windows 10 on a stick
  • This upgraded Intel Compute Stick has a faster Core m3 processor and extra USB ports on its power brick
  • Incredibly small form factor
  • Becomes preloaded with Windows 10
  • Low power consumption
  • An actual full-fledged PC able to do basic computer tasks
  • Intel made improvements over the 1st generation Compute Stick

The editors didn't like

  • Core m3 in a small stick is slower than it is in a laptop
  • Stick gets hot and fan gets loud
  • Lack of expandability relative to other desktops
  • Even the NUC
  • 2GB of RAM limits multi-tasking
  • Still needs to be plugged into an AC adapter
  • Slower performance
  • Limited utility
  • EMMC storage is slow compared to SSDs
  • Price jumps to $349 versus $149 for the previous model
  • Expensive for what you get
  • Form factor is limiting
  • Port placement on power brick is clever
  • But implementation is cumbersome
  • Only one USB-C port
  • USB mouse and keyboard are required for initial wireless setup
  • Modest performance
  • Mediocre storage speed
  • More expensive than competitors
  • It's much more expensive than the original Atom versions
  • And loses one USB port on the stick itself. Onboard storage is minimal
  • 2GB of memory limits it
  • If looking for a streaming device others are cheaper

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  Published: 2016-07-11, review by: CNET.co.uk

  • This upgraded Intel Compute Stick has a faster Core m3 processor and extra USB ports on its power brick
  • It's much more expensive than the original Atom versions, and loses one USB port on the stick itself. Onboard storage is minimal
  • The latest Intel Compute Stick takes a big leap forward in power -- and price -- while still being capable of turning any TV into a PC when not traveling in your pocket...

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  Published: 2016-02-09, review by: Digitaltrends.com

  • Impressively tiny, Affordable, Makes a great streaming media device
  • Poor performance for general computing, Dedicated streaming devices are more intuitive

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  Published: 2016-03-12, Author: Rajat , review by: beebom.com

  • Abstract:  The success of single board computers (e.g. Raspberry Pi) has clearly shown that on-the-go computing is here to stay. But while devices like Raspberry Pi are aimed more towards geeks and tinkerers, “ stick PCs ” are designed to be more friendly to everyda...

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  Published: 2017-04-10, Author: Javier , review by: geeknetic.es

  • ProcesadorMemoria y discoOtrosPrecioWebIntel Core M3-6Y30 2c/4t4GB RAM Doble canal, 64GB eMMCCargador USB-C con PD y Hub USB 3.0320 EurosIntelIntroducciónSin duda el concepto de ComputeStick resulta muy atractivo. Originalmente diseñados para servir como...

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  Published: 2016-06-17, Author: Javier , review by: xataka.com

  • Aunque el Intel Compute Stick es un producto llamativo por formato, su precio hace que uno comience rápidamente a considerar alternativas igualmente interesantes en los terrenos en los que se mueve este producto.En el segmento de los miniPCs hay sobre tod...

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  Published: 2016-02-18, Author: Juan , review by: muycomputer.com

  • Abstract:  Intel ha comenzado la comercialización de la segunda generación del Intel Compute Stick , la referencia en computadoras de bolsillo que conectados a un puerto HDMI convierten televisores o monitores en un ordenador funcional, y que llega con interesantes...

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  Published: 2016-07-12, review by: Cnetfrance.fr

  • Taille, concept, apparition d'un 2° port USB, parfait pour une utilisation occasionnelle.
  • Capacité de stockage, encombrement qu nécessite l'uasge de rallonges
  • Intel fait évoluer son Compute Stick, son concept d'ordinateur de poche de la taille d'une grosse clefs USB. La version 2016 gagne en connectique et s'avère toujours un outil idéal pour surfer, répondre à ses mails et regarder quelques vidéos...

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  Published: 2016-06-09, Author: Khaled , review by: outofbit.it

  • PrezzoTraendo le somme da questi giorni di test dell'Intel Compute Stick STK1AW32SC, possiamo sicuramente ritenerci soddisfatti.Le prestazioni sono più che all'altezza per un prodotto che costa meno di 150 Euro su Amazon.it e può davvero sostituire egregi...

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  Published: 2015-07-28, Author: Vittorio , review by: outofbit.it

  • Intel Compute Stick risulta essere un ottimo prodotto se raffrontato col prezzo di vendita di circa 150 euro e con le funzionalità e possibilità di personalizzazione che esso può offrire. L'hardware interno risulta di buona qualità e la scelta controcorre...

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  Published: 2015-07-11, Author: Federico , review by: qwertymag.it

  • La Intel Compute Stick è sostanzialmente un piccolissimo PC fisso con prestazioni piuttosto buone, ma gli utilizzi sono limitati, il Wifi è il suo tallone d'Achille, e sarebbe stata gradita una porta USB 3.0.Considerato il prezzo e le potenzialità, lo rit...

 
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