> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.sevenpens.com/drawtab/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.sevenpens.com/drawtab/guides/computers-for-digital-art/mini-pcs.md).

# Mini-PCs for digital art

## Overview

Mini-PCs, sometimes called "small form factor PCs," are relatively small PCs that can be compelling alternatives to full-size desktop PCs.

Mini-PCs can cost much less than similarly equipped laptops and offer even more power. While they tend not to be as powerful as desktop PCs for digital art, they are more than sufficient.

These Mini-PCs typically use laptop components to deliver a compact and low-power experience.

## Examples

The prices below are from Sept 2024 and only include the cost of a Mini-PC.

## Links

* [RobTech - Top 5 Best Mini PCs Under $500 Right Now! ($132 - $470)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSnCIl3Q8t8) Nov 24, 2025
* [RobTech - Top 5 BEST Mini PCs 2025 ($305 to $1050)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNmqfQFBFrg) Jul 10, 2025

### Tiny budget

* Beelink S12 Pro ($160)
  * [Brad Colbow - The Cheapest Drawing Tablet + PC Setup You Can Buy (That Doesn't Suck)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R89twfFhSm0) 2024-08-30

### Middle budget

* Minisforum UM870 slim ($475 to $550)
  * [Minisforum UM870 slim notes](/drawtab/catalog/computers/minisforum/minisforum-um870-slim-notes.md)
* Minisforum UM690S ($410)
  * [Brad Colbow - Best Budget PC + Drawing Tablet Combo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNq3LAdPho8) - 2024/09/1

### Big budget

* The MinisForum Neptune HX99G $1500
  * sometimes on sale for $1000
  * [Minisforum Neptune HX99G notes](/drawtab/catalog/computers/minisforum/minisforum-neptune-hx99g-notes.md)
  * [Tech tablets - review of Minisforum HX99G](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3iF9GQoEbQ) - 2023-03-03