Testseek.com have collected 120 expert reviews of the Intel Compute Stick STCK1A and the average rating is 68%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Intel Compute Stick STCK1A.
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The editors liked
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
The editors didn't like
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
Published: 2015-08-12, Author: Tom , review by: crn.com.au
Abstract: With Intel's Compute Stick, less is more, as the adage goes. The tiny device is essentially an oversized USB drive that doubles as a tiny low-powered Windows 8.1 PC. It can turn any HDTV or monitor into a bare-bones PC for a staggering low price of just u...
Form factor is controversial, Fan isn't ideal, Performance wasn't impressive
The Compute Stick is a niche product – one that will have fans and detractors. It has flaws and compromises, and far too many to make it an indisputable 'buy now' product. Wait until the next version, and we shall reconsider our verdict....
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Published: 2015-04-23, Author: Steven , review by: tweaktown.com
I have had the Intel Compute stick for a little over a week now and I have to say I am impressed. ...
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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...
