PELADN WI-6 Mini PC

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The PELADN WI-6 is a budget mini PC built on the Intel N100 (or the slightly slower N95), aimed at everyday computing in a small box. It ships with 8GB or 16GB of DDR4 (upgradable to 32GB) and a 256GB or 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD (to 2TB), runs Windows 11 Pro, and at 4.72 inches square with a VESA mount in the box, it tucks behind a monitor easily. It suits a home office or a media center, and the integrated graphics keep it away from demanding work.

For displays it has two HDMI ports plus a USB-C with DisplayPort out, so you can run two 4K monitors (or up to three displays total). Networking is Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and a gigabit Ethernet port. It is not fanless. List prices run $169 to $199 depending on the chip, RAM, and storage in the build.

ProsCons
Low list price; VESA mount includedEntry-level N100/N95; not for demanding work
Upgradeable RAM (to 32GB) and SSD (to 2TB)Wi-Fi 5 and dated Bluetooth 4.2
Two HDMI plus USB-C for up to three displaysIntegrated UHD graphics; light gaming only
4K video playback with AV1 decodeNo SD card reader
Gigabit Ethernet and Windows 11 ProHas a fan; not a fanless box
Compact 4.72-inch-square bodyOne owner reported no reply from support

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Price

List Price: $199.00

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Version16GB/512GB/Intel N1008GB/256GB/Intel N10016GB/512GB/Intel N95
Performance Rating4.94.34.9
Operating SystemWindows 11 ProWindows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
ProcessorQuad-core 3.40 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz)
Intel Processor N100
Quad-core 3.40 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz)
Intel Processor N100
Quad-core 3.40 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz)
Intel Processor N95
GPUIntegrated Intel UHD GraphicsIntegrated Intel UHD GraphicsIntegrated Intel UHD Graphics
RAM16 GB8 GB16 GB
Internal Storage512 GB256 GB512 GB
Dimensions
width x length x thickness
4.72 x 4.72 x 1.57 inches
(119.89 x 119.89 x 39.88 mm)
4.72 x 4.72 x 1.57 inches
(119.89 x 119.89 x 39.88 mm)
4.72 x 4.72 x 1.57 inches
(119.89 x 119.89 x 39.88 mm)
Weightunknownunknownunknown
WiFiWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 4.2
Ethernet1 Ethernet port at 1 Gbps1 Ethernet port at 1 Gbps1 Ethernet port at 1 Gbps
HDMI2 Full-Size HDMI Ports2 Full-Size HDMI Ports2 Full-Size HDMI Ports
DisplayPortDisplayPort over USB-CDisplayPort over USB-CDisplayPort over USB-C
VGANo VGA PortsNo VGA PortsNo VGA Ports
USB Ports2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3, 1 USB-C2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3, 1 USB-C2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3, 1 USB-C
Thunderbolt PortsNoNoNo
OCuLinkNoNoNo
Internal SATA PortsNo SATA portsNo SATA portsNo SATA ports
Card ReaderNo Card ReaderNo Card ReaderNo Card Reader
Headphone Jackcombocombocombo
FanlessNoNoNo
VESA MountYesYesYes
In the BoxMini PC, HDMI cable, power adapter, user manual, VESA mountMini PC, HDMI cable, power adapter, user manual, VESA mountMini PC, HDMI cable, power adapter, user manual, VESA mount
ExpandabilityRAM upgradable to 32GB, SSD upgradable to 2TBRAM upgradable to 32GB, SSD upgradable to 2TBRAM upgradable to 32GB, SSD upgradable to 2TB

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A 4.72-inch box with two HDMI and room for 32GB of RAM

The Intel N100 (or N95) is a quad-core Alder Lake-N chip up to 3.4 GHz, fine for browsing, office work, and media. The integrated Intel UHD graphics handle 4K video playback at 60Hz (with AV1 decode) and light or older games, not modern titles. The DDR4 RAM is upgradable to 32GB, and the M.2 NVMe SSD to 2TB, on a single drive slot.

For ports, the WI-6 has two HDMI plus a USB-C with DisplayPort, two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, and a combo audio jack, with Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and gigabit Ethernet for networking. Between the two HDMI and the USB-C, it can drive two 4K monitors (up to three displays total). At 4.72 inches square it mounts behind a monitor with the included VESA bracket, which makes it a tidy home-office or media-center box.

Reviewer Insights

Galaxy Tech Review: Geekbench 1,223 single-core and smooth 4K playback

Luke at Galaxy Tech Review tested the N95 build. He measured Geekbench scores of 1,223 single-core and 2,949 multi-core, which he called respectable for the size and price, and found 4K video playback smooth enough for media or home-theater use. He liked the small 124 x 112 x 35 mm, 0.27 kg build and the included VESA mount for tucking it behind a monitor, and noted you can upgrade the RAM (he mentioned fitting a 32GB module) and the SSD to 2TB. His caveats were the dated Bluetooth 4.2 and the modest integrated graphics, which keep it to light or older games. His bottom line was a low-cost, space-saving box for everyday tasks and media.

Customer Reviews

Across 136 ratings on Amazon, the PELADN WI-6 Mini PC averages 4.3 stars. 73% of ratings are five stars and 11% are one-star. Praise centers on the size and on getting a working Windows 11 machine for the price. Daniel, a verified buyer who runs 3D programs like Fusion 360 and SketchUp, wrote “This computer runs these beautifully and is relatively fast.” Verified buyer Jay2facettv said “It was easy to upgrade the ram in it(im at 32 gb now).took about 4 minutes to put in new ram.there is 2 slots for ram.” Verified buyer santana338, who rated it four stars, found sleep mode unreliable and wrote “Manually putting the PC to sleep was an issue because I couldn’t get it to wake back up.”

The one-star reviews concern reliability and support. Verified buyer Elchonon Pitterman gave it one star after the unit failed: “This computer worked great…until 4 month later, it didn’t,” reporting a corrupted Windows install after a power outage and adding that he “emailed the company and GOT NO RESPONCE.” That is one reported failure, though the 11 percent one-star share is worth weighing if after-sale support matters to you.

A cheap, upgradeable desktop if you can accept the support risk

The upgrade path is the strongest argument for this box. The DDR4 goes to 32GB and the single M.2 slot takes a 2TB SSD, so an 8GB, 256GB build does not have to stay that way. Two HDMI and the USB-C DisplayPort output drive a pair of 4K monitors, and the VESA bracket hides the machine behind one of them.

Integrated UHD graphics run light or older games only, and the wireless stops at Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2. Support is the other risk, and one owner reported no reply after his unit failed. For more GPU power or current wireless, look at a higher-tier box. To compare it with other models, use Starry Hope’s Mini PC Comparison Chart.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the PELADN WI-6 Mini PC be upgraded?

The RAM can be upgraded (a reviewer fitted a 32GB module; one owner reports two slots, which the spec sheet does not confirm), and the M.2 NVMe SSD can go up to 2TB.

Does the PELADN WI-6 support dual monitors?

Yes. The WI-6 has two HDMI ports plus USB-C with DisplayPort, so you can run two 4K monitors (or up to three displays in total).

Is the PELADN WI-6 good for gaming?

Light and older games only. The integrated Intel UHD graphics are not built for modern titles.

Does the PELADN WI-6 come with Windows pre-installed?

It ships with Windows 11 Pro preloaded, so there is no operating system to install first.

Is the PELADN WI-6 fanless?

No. It uses a fan for cooling, so it is not a silent machine. If you need a completely silent Mini PC, consider a fanless option like the MINIX Z300-0dB.

What’s included in the box with the PELADN WI-6?

The box holds the Mini PC, an HDMI cable, a power adapter, a user manual, and a VESA mount for attaching it to the back of a monitor or TV.

What kind of connectivity does the PELADN WI-6 offer?

Networking is Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and gigabit Ethernet. Wired ports are two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, a USB-C port with DisplayPort support, and a combo headphone/microphone jack.

Can I use the PELADN WI-6 as a media center?

4K video playback at 60Hz with AV1 decoding makes it a workable home-theater or streaming box.