Best Mini PCs in Australia (2026)

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7 picks

Number one at the top, number 7 at the bottom. The tier label on each card says which price bracket it sits in.

Editor's Choice
GEEKOM A9 Max AI Ryzen AI 9 mini PC compact desktop

GEEKOM

GEEKOM A9 Max AI

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Rank #1

GEEKOM A9 Max AI

Our Verdict

GEEKOM's flagship replaces the IT15 - Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 with 86 TOPS, Radeon 890M, 32GB DDR5, 2TB NVMe, Wi-Fi 7 and a 3-year warranty.

Why it's number one: Leads on Performance and Connectivity with the only 12-core HX-class chip, dual USB4 and Wi-Fi 7 here; two reviews of the 2026 HX 470 edition average 4.25/5 (TechRadar 4.5, Tom's Guide 4) and owners rate it 4.3 stars from 236 reviews.

9.2OutstandingTop7 Score
A$2,399
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★ 4.3(480 reviews)
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The A9 Max is GEEKOM's current flagship and the machine that takes over from the IT15 at the top of this list. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 pairs 12 cores and 24 threads with a dedicated NPU for a combined 86 TOPS, which makes this a genuine Copilot+ PC and, more usefully, a box that will run local LLMs and Stable Diffusion without pinning the CPU. The Radeon 890M graphics are the real step up over the Intel Arc silicon in the old IT15: 16 RDNA 3.5 compute units put 1080p gaming in Cyberpunk 2077 and Baldur's Gate 3 genuinely within reach, and FSR gives you headroom on top. Memory is 32GB of socketed DDR5 upgradeable to 128GB, and the 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD can be extended to 4TB across two M.2 slots. Connectivity is the most complete in this category - dual USB4 at 40Gbps with power delivery and display output, five USB-A 3.2 Gen2, dual HDMI 2.1, dual 2.5GbE, an SD 4.0 reader, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The IceBlast cooling keeps it quiet in Balanced mode and the all-metal chassis still fits behind a monitor. It is the most expensive pick here, and the 3-year GEEKOM warranty is a large part of why we think it is worth it.

Performance
10.0
Connectivity
10.0
Build
8.9
Owners
7.4
Critics
8.5

Owners is the 4.3★ Amazon AU rating from 480 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Critics averages 2 published reviews. Tick marks show the category average.

How we scored it

Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.

  • Performance 10.0 (rubric 10): Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 12 cores with Radeon 890M, 32GB DDR5 and 2TB; TechRadar found no notable thermal throttling and Tom's Guide said it never slowed down in a month of daily use.
  • Connectivity 10.0 (rubric 10): Dual USB4 with display output, dual 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 7, dual HDMI 2.1 and an SD 4.0 reader; TechRadar and Tom's Guide both singled out the port selection.
  • Build 8.9 (rubric 8.5): All-aluminium case. Tom's Guide found IceBlast 3.0 kept the fan silent in daily use, but TechRadar says the fans kick in under sustained CPU and GPU load and it is not for a quiet room.

Critic scores: Tom's Guide 4/5 · TechRadar 4.5/5

Pros

  • + Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 with 86 TOPS - runs local LLMs and image generation comfortably
  • + Radeon 890M is a real 1080p gaming GPU, not just a display adapter
  • + Dual USB4, dual 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 7 and a 3-year warranty

Cons

  • − Easily the priciest mini PC here
  • − 32GB ships as either 1x32GB or 2x16GB - the single-module units lose a little iGPU performance
  • − Fan is clearly audible in Performance mode
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Minisforum UM890 Pro mini PC with OCuLink support

Minisforum

Minisforum UM890 Pro

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Rank #2

Minisforum UM890 Pro

Our Verdict

Another Ryzen 9 powerhouse with OCuLink support and dual 2.5G LAN - ideal for enthusiasts who want expandability.

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The Minisforum UM890 Pro pairs a Ryzen 9 8945HS with the one feature you won't find on the new GEEKOM A9 Max - OCuLink, which lets you wire up an external GPU dock at PCIe x4 speeds for genuine gaming or GPU-accelerated work without Thunderbolt's overhead. That's still the standout trick in the mini PC space and makes this the most expandable pick on our list. 32GB of DDR5 at 5600MHz and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD provide plenty of headroom, dual 2.5G Ethernet ports cover networking enthusiasts and home-server duty, and quad display output via HDMI, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB-C handles multi-monitor setups. The chassis is compact and well-ventilated, though it runs warm under sustained loads. It sits well under the A9 Max while preserving that unique eGPU upgrade path. If your workload leans more on raw GPU power than the A9 Max's NPU, this is still the smarter buy.

Performance
8.9
Connectivity
9.3
Build
9.3
Owners
7.6

Owners is the 4.3★ Amazon AU rating from 14 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.

How we scored it

Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.

  • Performance 8.9 (rubric 8.5): Ryzen 9 8945HS with Radeon 780M and 32GB DDR5-5600; Notebookcheck found it really fast with good cooling, roughly level with an Apple M4, and configurable up to 70 W.
  • Connectivity 9.3 (rubric 9): Dual USB4, OCuLink, dual 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E and four display outputs including USB-C; Notebookcheck measured the USB4 ports at only 20 Gbit/s. No Wi-Fi 7.
  • Build 9.3 (rubric 9): Notebookcheck: a robust case with high-quality materials and cooling that works very quietly even under full load. The card notes it runs warm under sustained loads.

Critic scores: Notebookcheck 81/100

Pros

  • + OCuLink port for external GPU - unique at this price
  • + Dual 2.5G Ethernet for networking or server use
  • + 32GB DDR5 5600MHz with Ryzen 9 8945HS

Cons

  • − Runs warm under sustained heavy workloads
  • − 1TB storage is half the GEEKOM A8's top spec
  • − OCuLink eGPU enclosures are an additional cost
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GMKtec K8 Plus Ryzen 7 mini PC compact desktop

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GMKtec K8 Plus

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Rank #3

GMKtec K8 Plus

Our Verdict

The value sweet spot now - eight-core Ryzen 7 8845HS with 32GB of dual-channel DDR5 and an OCuLink port for an external GPU later.

8.3ExcellentTop7 Score
A$1,229.99
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★ 4.3(649 reviews)
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With the GEEKOM A8 gone from Amazon AU, the K8 Plus is the machine we would point most Australians at around the thousand-dollar mark. The Ryzen 7 8845HS gives you 8 cores and 16 threads boosting to 5.1GHz, which is comfortably enough for Office work, dozens of browser tabs, photo editing and light video work, and the Radeon 780M handles 1080p gaming in less demanding titles. Where it improves on the A8 it replaces is memory and expansion: 32GB arrives as two 16GB DDR5-5600 modules rather than 16GB in a single channel, so the integrated graphics actually get the bandwidth they need, and it is upgradeable to 128GB. The 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD is the one place it gives ground - it is half what the A8 shipped with - but the slot takes up to 8TB and NVMe drives are cheap. The OCuLink port is the headline feature at this price: it is a direct PCIe link for an external graphics card, and it was the one thing the old A8 could not do. Dual 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E, dual USB4 and quad 8K display output round it out, and three BIOS-selectable power modes let you trade fan noise for performance. It is sold by GMKtec's Australian storefront with Amazon fulfilment.

Performance
8.5
Connectivity
9.3
Build
8.1
Owners
7.4

Owners is the 4.3★ Amazon AU rating from 649 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.

How we scored it

Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.

  • Performance 8.5 (rubric 8): Ryzen 7 8845HS with Radeon 780M and 32GB dual-channel DDR5-5600; TechRadar found ample power for photo and video editing and mid-level gaming with a few settings trimmed.
  • Connectivity 9.3 (rubric 9): Dual USB4, OCuLink, dual 2.5GbE, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 per TechRadar's spec sheet, which lists Wi-Fi 6 where the card says 6E. No Wi-Fi 7.
  • Build 8.1 (rubric 7.5): TechRadar: solid matte-black metal casing but a transparent twist-off top that looks a little cheap; the card says Performance mode is audible in a quiet room, with a 35 W silent profile.

Critic scores: TechRadar 4.5/5

Pros

  • + 32GB in dual channel - noticeably better iGPU performance than single-channel rivals
  • + OCuLink port takes an external GPU, rare at this price
  • + Three power modes, from a 35W silent profile to 65W performance

Cons

  • − 512GB SSD is stingy for the money - budget for an upgrade
  • − Radeon 780M is a step behind the 890M in the A9 Max
  • − Performance mode is audible in a quiet room
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Best Value
GEEKOM A6 Ryzen 7 mini PC

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GEEKOM A6

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Rank #4

GEEKOM A6

Our Verdict

GEEKOM's proven build with a Ryzen 7 6800H, quad 4K display output and dual USB4 - a dependable value mini PC that undercuts the newcomers on trust.

8.2ExcellentTop7 Score
A$899
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★ 4.3(480 reviews)
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The GEEKOM A6 leans on the one thing budget mini PCs from unknown brands can't offer: a track record. GEEKOM has been building compact desktops for years, and the A6 shows the polish - a solid aluminium-topped chassis, quiet cooling and Windows 11 Pro pre-installed. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (8 cores, 16 threads, 4.7GHz boost) is a genuinely capable chip that handles multi-app workloads, 4K playback and light photo/video editing without complaint, and GEEKOM rates it ahead of the newer Ryzen 5 7640HS. Connectivity is the standout: dual USB4 ports drive external GPUs or 8K displays, and the machine pushes four independent 4K screens at once - rare at this price. The 16GB of DDR5 is upgradable to 96GB and the 1TB PCIe SSD leaves room to grow. At around $729 it isn't the cheapest way to get Ryzen 7 performance, but with 4.2 stars across dozens of Australian reviews and GEEKOM's warranty behind it, it's the value pick you can actually trust to still be supported next year.

Performance
7.8
Connectivity
8.9
Build
8.1
Owners
7.4
Critics
9.0

Owners is the 4.3★ Amazon AU rating from 480 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Critics averages 2 published reviews. Tick marks show the category average.

How we scored it

Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.

  • Performance 7.8 (rubric 7): Ryzen 7 6800H with Radeon 680M; TechRadar found it handled 4K edits but struggled with gaming. Reviews tested 32GB, this listing ships 16GB, and the chip is a generation old.
  • Connectivity 8.9 (rubric 8.5): Dual USB4, 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E, two HDMI 2.0 and quad 4K output per Tom's Guide's spec sheet. A single LAN port and no Wi-Fi 7 keep it below the A9 Max.
  • Build 8.1 (rubric 7.5): Aluminium outer casing on a plastic base per TechRadar; TechRadar and Tom's Guide both list a noisy fan under heavy multitasking, though Tom's Guide found it stays cool to the touch.

Critic scores: TechRadar 4.5/5 · Tom's Guide 4.5/5

Pros

  • + Established GEEKOM brand with real Australian reviews and warranty support
  • + Dual USB4 and quad 4K display output - premium connectivity for the price
  • + 16GB DDR5 upgradable to 96GB, 1TB PCIe SSD

Cons

  • − Ryzen 7 6800H is last-gen - newer chips are faster per watt
  • − 16GB base RAM where some rivals ship 32GB
  • − Integrated Radeon 680M is fine for casual use, not serious gaming
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GMKtec NucBox M8 mini PC, a compact square desktop with front USB ports

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GMKtec NucBox M8 (Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H, 16GB/512GB)

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GMKtec NucBox M8 (Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H, 16GB/512GB)

Our Verdict

The budget mini PC that doesn't feel budget - a six-core Ryzen with USB4, OCuLink and two 2.5GbE ports for well under A$600.

8.1ExcellentTop7 Score
A$549.99
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★ 4.6(212 reviews)
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The GMKtec NucBox M8 is the cheapest way on this list into modern mini PC connectivity. Its Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H is a six-core, twelve-thread chip that TechRadar found runs every Office app smoothly, with 16GB of fast LPDDR5 memory soldered on and a 512GB SSD. Where it really pulls away from other sub-A$600 boxes is the back panel: a 40Gbps USB4 port with video and charging, an OCuLink port for an external graphics card, two 2.5GbE network ports and Wi-Fi 6E. It drives three screens at once through HDMI, DisplayPort and USB4. The trade-offs are real - the Radeon 660M graphics are only good for light gaming, and the memory can't be upgraded - but there are two M.2 slots for adding storage later. It's sold by GMKtec's Australian store, and owners rate it 4.6 stars from more than 200 reviews.

Performance
7.4
Connectivity
9.3
Build
7.8
Owners
8.4

Owners is the 4.6★ Amazon AU rating from 212 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.

How we scored it

Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.

  • Performance 7.4 (rubric 6.5): Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H, six cores and twelve threads with 16GB LPDDR5-6400 per the listing; TechRadar says it runs Office smoothly but the Radeon 660M lacks punch for 3D. Above office-capable, short of strong.
  • Connectivity 9.3 (rubric 9): USB4 at 40Gbps with video, OCuLink, two 2.5GbE ports and Wi-Fi 6E, plus triple display over HDMI, DP and USB4 per the listing and TechRadar. Wi-Fi 6E rather than 7 keeps it off 10.
  • Build 7.8 (rubric 7): TechRadar describes dual-fan cooling with a copper heat pipe that does its job; no allowlisted review measures noise, so a notch above the middle band.

Critic scores: TechRadar 4.5/5

Pros

  • + Six-core Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H handles office work and multitasking with ease
  • + USB4, OCuLink, dual 2.5GbE and Wi-Fi 6E at a budget price
  • + Drives three displays at once
  • + Two M.2 slots for adding storage
  • + Rated 4.6 stars by more than 200 owners

Cons

  • − Radeon 660M graphics are weak for 3D and gaming
  • − 16GB of RAM is soldered and can't be upgraded
  • − Only 512GB of storage out of the box
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GEEKOM A5 mini PC, a small square silver aluminium desktop with front USB ports

GEEKOM

GEEKOM A5 (Ryzen 7 7730U, 16GB/512GB)

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Rank #6

GEEKOM A5 (Ryzen 7 7730U, 16GB/512GB)

Our Verdict

The quiet office mini PC - an eight-core Ryzen 7 in a small aluminium box that TechRadar found genuinely quiet and cool, sold by GEEKOM's Australian store.

7.9GoodTop7 Score
A$769
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★ 4.4(466 reviews)
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The GEEKOM A5 is built for a desk where you would rather not hear the computer. This is the 2027 Edition hardware: AMD's Ryzen 7 7730U, eight cores and sixteen threads on a 15W power budget, with 16GB of DDR4 in two sticks and a 512GB NVMe SSD. TechRadar reviewed this exact configuration and gave it 4 out of 5, calling it a well-made, good-value office machine with genuinely quiet, low-heat running. The catch is the one TechRadar spelled out: the lower power limit trades some sustained speed for silence, so it is an office, study and streaming box rather than a light gaming or video-editing one. Connectivity covers the basics well, with a 2.5GbE port, Wi-Fi 6, two HDMI outputs, two USB-C ports and an SD card reader, plus a spare 2.5-inch SATA bay and an extra M.2 slot for storage. There is no USB4 or Thunderbolt. It ships from Amazon with a three-year GEEKOM warranty, and about 450 Amazon owners rate it 4.4 stars.

Performance
7.4
Connectivity
8.1
Build
8.9
Owners
7.7

Owners is the 4.4★ Amazon AU rating from 466 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.

How we scored it

Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.

  • Performance 7.4 (rubric 6.5): Ryzen 7 7730U, 8 Zen 3 cores at 15W, with 16GB DDR4; TechRadar found it more than adequate for office tasks but with lower sustained clocks than the older 45W A5. Above office-capable, short of strong.
  • Connectivity 8.1 (rubric 7.5): 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6, two HDMI 2.0 and two USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C ports plus an SD reader per TechRadar's spec sheet. No USB4 or Thunderbolt and Wi-Fi 6 rather than 6E.
  • Build 8.9 (rubric 8.5): Machined aluminium case; TechRadar lists genuinely quiet, low-heat operation as a pro. Noise figures of 28dB idle and 32dB under load are GEEKOM's own, not measured by a reviewer.

Critic scores: TechRadar 4/5

Pros

  • + Machined aluminium case that TechRadar found genuinely quiet and cool
  • + 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6, dual HDMI and two USB-C ports with an SD reader
  • + Room to grow: RAM to 64GB plus a spare SATA bay and second M.2 slot

Cons

  • − 15W Ryzen 7 7730U trades sustained speed for silence
  • − No USB4 or Thunderbolt
  • − DDR4 memory and PCIe 3.0 storage rather than DDR5 and PCIe 4.0
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How we rank mini pcs

We researched over 20 mini PCs available on Amazon Australia, evaluating CPU benchmarks, RAM and storage configurations, thermal performance, port selection, and build quality. Each machine was assessed for its intended use case - from basic office tasks to content creation - and scored across four categories. Products were ranked based on performance, build quality, value at Australian retail prices, and verified user reviews.

Scored on Performance 45%, Connectivity 30%, Build noise and thermals 25%, plus owner ratings and critic reviews
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How to Choose the Right Mini PC

What Will You Use It For?

For basic office work, web browsing, and streaming, an Intel N95 or N150 processor with 8–16GB RAM is plenty. For productivity, photo editing, and light gaming, look for AMD Ryzen 5 or Ryzen 7 with 16–32GB RAM. For serious content creation, video editing, or software development, step up to a Ryzen 9 with 32GB DDR5 and a fast NVMe SSD.

RAM and Storage

16GB RAM is the minimum for comfortable multitasking in 2026. Budget machines with 12GB will feel the pinch with lots of browser tabs. For storage, 500GB NVMe SSD is a good starting point - check whether the machine has a second M.2 slot for future expansion. DDR5 RAM is preferable to DDR4 for newer processors.

Display Outputs and Ports

Check how many monitors you need to run. Most mini PCs support dual displays via HDMI and DisplayPort or USB-C, but some budget models only have dual HDMI. Look for USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode for flexibility. Also check for USB 3.2 ports, Ethernet (2.5G is a nice bonus), and Wi-Fi 6 or 6E.

Size and Mounting Options

Most mini PCs are small enough to mount behind a monitor with a VESA bracket - check if one is included. Fanless designs run silently but may throttle under heavy load. If noise matters (bedroom or lounge room), look for models with low-noise fans or passive cooling.

Operating System

Most mini PCs ship with Windows 11 Pro or Home. Windows 11 Pro is worth the premium if you need BitLocker encryption, Remote Desktop, or domain joining for work. Some machines ship without an OS - great if you're running Linux, but factor in a Windows licence cost otherwise.

Mini PCs have gone from niche curiosity to genuine desktop replacement in the past couple of years. Whether you're setting up a clean home office, building a media centre for the lounge room, or just sick of a massive tower taking up desk space, there's a compact machine that'll handle whatever you throw at it. The sweet spot right now sits in the $600–$1,000 range, where AMD Ryzen 7 machines deliver serious productivity and light gaming performance in a box smaller than a sandwich. At the budget end, Intel N95-based machines around $300–$500 are brilliant for basic office work, web browsing, and streaming. And for power users, Ryzen 9 machines with 32GB DDR5 push into genuine content-creation territory. We've verified every product on this list for availability on Amazon Australia, cross-checked performance claims against published benchmarks, and priced everything in AUD. These are all compact enough to mount behind a monitor or tuck away on a shelf.

Reference

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