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In the early years, mini PC was still a niche digital, DIY was the mainstream, and it has become more and more popular in recent years. There are many reasons. For example, computer hardware is becoming more and more powerful, and even miniaturization can meet the needs of many users; there are also many users who simply like the compact and exquisite body design of mini PCs, which do not require much placement on the desktop and can be used as part of the desk itself. Some users like its portability and can change usage scenarios at any time.
The mini PC that I assembled myself before
mini PC is actually just a general term. The Canyon series of Intel and Mac mini of Apple are among the relatively well-known brands. However, in the past few years, more and more brands have entered the market, such as ASUS , ASRock , MSI , and the rising star Lingji, which are among the best. Even Xiaomi has begun to enter the market. Although it is just a sticker, it proves how optimistic the capital market is about this field.
I bought the ASUS PN41
Zero Moment last year. This brand has been really popular recently. Many big guys on the site have bought its consoles, and I can accidentally find relevant reviews. I've been paying attention to it recently, and after looking around, I found that the workmanship, performance and even the price are quite good. Then I have always had the idea of buying it. No, I took advantage of Double 12 to buy the latest SEi12 Pro 1240P to fulfill my wish and write a review to regain my blood.
"Model": SEi12 Pro 1240P
"Processor": Intel 12th generation i5-1240P Core mobile processor (12 cores/16 threads, 3.3/4.4GHz)
"Memory":
"Hard disk":
"Graphics card": Intel Iris Xe core graphics card (80EU)
"Network": AX201 Wi-Fi 6 wireless network card + Bluetooth
"Interface": Thunderbolt 4 × 1, USB 3.0 X 4,
"Other highlights": Power-on, wake-on-LAN
"Initial launch price":
Usage scenario display
Many friends can't get the fun of this miniPC. Here I will share my usage scenarios with you.
▼The advantage of minipc is that there is no need for placement environment, and the experience is better when paired with a portable screen. The portable screen I have is CFORCE CF015 Next. It uses a 4K OLED panel, which has great advantages in light and dark contrast and fast response. Here’s the key point. The Thunderbolt 4 interface of SEi12 Pro can perfectly power the portable screen. One wire completes power supply and signal transmission, which is very simple.
▼The most common place used by mini PC is to use it as HTPC. As we all know, the large-screen versions of major video websites charge separately, while membership prices for PC and mobile versions are much cheaper, and many shopping website members will directly package them for free. Use SEi12 Pro to watch videos directly on the large screen. Not only the effect is great, but more videos can be displayed on the same screen.
▼ The most powerful aspect of Intel processor is its video encoding and decoding capabilities. The Intel iris xe graphics card can hard decode 8K60 frame av1 video. As you can see in the picture below, the GPU is involved in playing the video.
▼If you are a friend who likes to toss NAS, you suffer from video hoarding hamster syndrome. Then Lingji SEi12 Pro can also meet your video playback needs.
▼If you like to play old games or arcade games, the performance of SEi12 Pro is more than enough, and sitting in front of the TV to play games will feel like playing on the red and white consoles many years ago.
▼Because it uses the Windows system, it can perfectly realize the push of steam, even if it is a 3A masterpiece, it is trivial. In addition, the advantage of using push streaming is that there is no need to install it. You can just change the location and bring the SEi12 Pro. Whether it is the sofa in the living room or the bedroom, you can play whenever you want. It is more convenient than using a console.
▼The performance of SEi12 Pro can easily meet office needs. If you plan to place it at your work station, you can also use the included bracket to fix it on the back of the monitor, making the desktop more concise.
▼If you are taking online classes, SEi12 Pro is even better.
▼Ziji SEi12 Pro has powerful multi-screen output capabilities. The picture below shows me using HDMI to connect dual 4K displays. The Thunderbolt port supplies power to/transmits images to the portable screen, and simultaneously achieves 4K/60Hz three-screen output. This kind of output capability is more than enough for both workstation expansion and office entertainment.
Hardware Interpretation and Performance Test
▼Zhongji SEi12 Pro is equipped with Intel’s 12th generation i5-1240P Core mobile processor, manufacturing process 7nm, 8 cores and 16 threads (4 performance cores + 8 performance cores), base frequency 3.3Ghz, maximum accelerated clock frequency
is positioned as a mobile processor, its overall performance exceeds the desktop 10400.
▼Run CPU-Z to check the hardware information, and ran the single-core and multi-core. has a single-core score of 678 and a multi-core score of 5272. The performance is already very good for mobile devices. Moreover, the power consumption of this processor is ultra-low, only 28W. The low power consumption brings better heat dissipation effect, and you don’t have to worry about limited performance when running for a long time.
▼The upper cover has only a thin layer. When you open it, you can see the turbo fan below. The SEi12 Pro uses top-in and side air ducts for heat dissipation.
▼Single baking FPU stress test for 10 minutes. When the test started, the CPU temperature reached 81°C. However, this temperature was maintained for less than 10 seconds before the core was overheated and the frequency was reduced. After that, the temperature remained below 70°C and the power consumption was 32W. Objectively speaking, the heat dissipation can definitely suppress this chip, but this is related to the conservative tuning of Lingji itself.
▼Remove the screws on the bottom cover to see another fan of the host. The dual-fan design makes the heat dissipation performance of the host better. And this is also the advantage of mass production. It is difficult for DIY to achieve such a tight fit while taking into account heat dissipation. By the way, the SEi12 Pro supports SATA HDD expansion, and the installation location is on this fan bracket.
▼The word "small but well-equipped" is the most appropriate way to describe SEi12 Pro. Although the motherboard is not large, the layout is very reasonable. The solid memory is separated on the left and right of the motherboard, leaving enough space in the middle to avoid heat accumulation. By the way, the components are very conscientious. The memory is Yingruida and the solid state is Kingston .
▼The motherboard is equipped with dual memory slots, 8G The memory is Yingruida's DDR5 4800MHz, AIDA 64 test results, the memory timing is CL40-37-37-73, the read speed is 61516MB/s, the write speed is 57350MB/s, the copy speed is 53900MB/s, and the latency is 106.5ns.
▼The solid-state model is Kingston NV2, which is the entry-level product in Kingston's PCIe Gen4 SSD series. It has a single-sided particle without DRAM cache design, the transmission mode is PCIe4.0 X 4, and supports the NVME 1.4 protocol and S.M.A.R.T. function. The actual read data of is 3748MB/s and 2382MB/s. The performance is about the same as PCIe3.0 X 4 solid state, which is the weakest part of this machine.
▼It’s not a big deal that the host comes with this solid-state performance. The main reason is that the capacity is too small. The simplest way to expand the capacity is to install an SAT solid-state drive. However, I really don’t have a large-capacity SATA SSD on hand, so I finally found the KP260 2T m.2 SSD from Baida.
▼KP260 adopts domestic Lianyun master + Yangtze River Storage TLC particles, PCIe 4.0x4 channel mode . I have reviewed its KP230 PRO before. Its performance has reached the mainstream level and its price is particularly attractive. However, KP230 PRO uses PCIe 3.0x4, and its read and write performance is still not as good as KP260.
▼I also tested the performance of KP260. The continuous read and write speeds of SSD in the empty disk state are 4857.69MB/s and 4219.30MB/s respectively. When the data is filled to 90%, the read and write speeds still remain at 4857.76MB/s. , 4344.10MB/s, the performance of and low utilization is almost the same. It is a nearly perfect warehouse disk. Gamers and hamster syndrome users can directly access it. It is also suitable as a system disk.
▼Zengji SEi12 Pro is equipped with AX201 Wi-Fi 6 wireless network card, supports Bluetooth 5.2, and the physical network port is also provided with 2.5G. There will basically be no shortcomings whether it is wired or wireless.
▼Let’s take a look at the overall performance. The Master Lu performance test has a total score of 977747 points. The I51240P alone contributed nearly 50W points. In addition, the graphics card scored 78015 points, and DDR5 memory and PCIE4.0 solid state also contributed 20W+.
▼[CINEBENCH R23] is also a common computer hardware benchmark software. The latest R23 version has been improved for the new generation of CPUs, improving the accuracy of the benchmark test. It can test whether the CPU runs stably under high load conditions, whether the heat dissipation of the desktop or notebook can sustain long-term operation, etc. The test results show that has a single-core performance score of 1674pts and a multi-core performance score of 9364pts. is basically the performance level of mainstream thin and light notebooks.
▼[PC Mark 10 Performance Test] PC Mmak10 is also a common computer hardware benchmark software. The test items mainly simulate office, Internet, content creation and entertainment applications. It is very suitable for ordinary users as a reference benchmark. After actual testing, zero-minute SEi12 Pro scored 5058, including 9390 points for commonly used basic functions, 6595 points for productivity, and 5671 points for digital content creation.
▼Let’s take a look at the game performance. The first is the classic [
▼The Tomb series is my favorite. I have played it more than three times in each generation. Thanks to EPIC for allowing me to own all the new trilogy. This series also provides the BenchMark tool specifically for game testing. The screen resolution is set to 1080P and in performance priority mode, SEi12 Pro can provide a gaming experience of close to 30 frames. One thing to say, this performance is playable, but the smoothness is not enough.
▼League of Legends can maintain 100+ FPS at 1080P resolution using medium special effects. In actual testing, the 96EU full-blooded Intel Iris Xe core display does have something to offer.
Appreciation of Appearance
▼Zengji SEi12 Pro uses a rectangular paper box, and the color scheme is Intel’s classic blue and white combination, which allows people to identify the processor platform used at a glance. The yellow 12 hints at the platform and the number of processor cores. The overall packaging is quite atmospheric.
▼Accessories are quite rich. In addition to the mini host, it also provides a power adapter, power cord, wall-mounted bracket and screws, HDMI data cable X 2, and a replaceable mesh cloth cover. Highlights include the included 27mm HDMI cable, which is surprisingly convenient when connecting to a portable screen.
▼Zengji SEi12 Pro uses a metal casing with CNC technology on the surface. There is also a circle of bright noodles at the junction of the top and side, and metal grid air outlets are distributed on both sides of the body. The entire craftsmanship details are extremely in place, the texture of the metal is also restored very well, and the appearance and durability are very good.
▼The upper part of the back is the air outlet, and the interfaces below include the 2.5G network port, HDMI X 2, USB3.0 X 2, and DC power socket. The opening of the metal casing is extremely precise, and it fits seamlessly with the interface on the motherboard. The craftsmanship precision is really in place.
▼The front includes the power button, headphone jack, USB3.0 The Thunderbolt 4 interface can be used to realize PD power supply, external graphics card dock, multi-screen expansion, daisy chain and other functions, greatly increasing the playability.
▼The upper cover of the main unit is very interesting. It is made of black breathable and splash-proof fabric, which feels like planted velvet. It can also bring a warm touch in cold winter. In addition, the accessory also provides a gray replaceable upper cover. It's a bit of a pity. It would be more perfect if it were replaced with a metal mesh top cover, and it would be more comfortable to use in summer.
▼The base plate is also made of metal, with host manufacturing information and quick settings printed on it. The strip-shaped silicone feet on both sides can firmly grasp the desktop and at the same time raise the entire body to avoid scratches when in contact with a flat surface. There is also a separate silicone handle on the upper right side for easy disassembly, and the details are indeed in place.
▼The appearance of the whole machine is small and exquisite. Compared with Apple TV, I think it will be more intuitive for everyone.
Summary
The old rules are that mini PCs like the SEi12 Pro are accurately positioned. If you are a user who pursues performance, then it will not be suitable for you. Its advantages are reflected in the following aspects, and everyone agrees.
- is for those who pursue a simple desktop and have high requirements for the appearance of the host computer. The aluminum alloy body and the fabric on the top of the SEi12 Pro impressed me deeply. The workmanship and texture are very good. In addition, the internal layout of the host is reasonable, and the performance expansion is also very free. It is definitely considered a T1 level at the same price.
- audio and video lovers. As an HTPC, the performance of SEi12 Pro is beyond the standard, and the core display codec performance of Intel is powerful. Whether it is online or local, whether it is high-definition or ultra-high-definition, it is a piece of cake for it. Its slim size can be called an excellent assistant for TV and projection. It is undoubtedly more cost-effective to use PC membership than to open TV membership.
- Game enthusiasts are also suitable. Although the performance of SEi12 Pro is not enough to cope with AAA masterpieces with high image quality, multiplayer games and games that are not good at image quality are still no problem. Besides, there are push streaming and cloud gaming platforms as supplements. The experience of playing on a large screen is better than that of a monitor.
- is perfect for light office use. In fact, miniPC was originally positioned for office scenes. Its small size can be integrated with the monitor, and its performance is enough to meet the needs of daily office work. The advantage of Lingji SEi12 Pro is that it comes with a Thunderbolt 4 interface, so no matter how many external units you connect to it, there will be no problem. Needless to say, the price of
- has been sold out recently. The main reason is that the price of a certain brand's new product is beyond players' expectations. In comparison, the SEi12 Pro not only has DDR5, PCIE4.0 solid state, and Thunderbolt 4 support, but the price is even lower. The biggest shortcomings are that the built-in solid state is not powerful enough, and the performance release is a bit conservative.
The above is my overall evaluation of the SEi12 Pro. I hope it can help friends who are interested in this model.I am Zhao Hua. It is not easy to create, and it takes a lot of effort to type. If you think this article is acceptable, please follow, like, comment, collect, forward, and reward for support.
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