sapphire edge review | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net KitGuru.net - Tech News | Hardware News | Hardware Reviews | IOS | Mobile | Gaming | Graphics Cards Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:36:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-KITGURU-Light-Background-SQUARE2-32x32.png sapphire edge review | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net 32 32 Sapphire EDGE HD4 Mini PC Review https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/zardon/sapphire-edge-hd4-mini-pc-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/zardon/sapphire-edge-hd4-mini-pc-review/#comments Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:08:21 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=124138 Today we are looking at the Sapphire Edge HD4 Mini PC, the latest in their Edge lineup which features an Intel Celeron processor. We reviewed the EDGE HD3 in February 2012, powered by the AMD E450 and the EDGE VS8 in December 2012, powered by the AMD A8 4555M APU. How does the EDGE HD4 …

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Today we are looking at the Sapphire Edge HD4 Mini PC, the latest in their Edge lineup which features an Intel Celeron processor. We reviewed the EDGE HD3 in February 2012, powered by the AMD E450 and the EDGE VS8 in December 2012, powered by the AMD A8 4555M APU. How does the EDGE HD4 Mini PC slot into the lineup and is it worth buying?

At the heart of the Edge HD4 is the new dual core Intel Celeron 847 processor, which according to official specifications demands only 17 watts at the socket. Sapphire wanted to release an Intel based EDGE, following up on the first EDGE PC which we reviewed way back in March 2011. The machine at this time featured the Intel Atom D510 processor and proved popular with the audience who yearned for a diminutive, low power Intel system, particularly for specific certified software.

The EDGE HD4 shares the same slim outline as the other models in the range. It is worth pointing out at this early stage that these machines are not suited for hard core gamers, the graphics performance means that there are strict limitations. They can however replace a bulky desktop PC in a living room or bedroom and are ideal within an office environment, dramatically reducing the physical footprint and overall power draw at the socket.

Sapphire were generous enough to let us hang onto the original EDGE in 2011 and we still have it in action behind a television set in a spare room, it has worked flawlessly now as a media center for several years and is invisible to the naked eye.

Why could this be important? Well it would be fair to say that many men have to deal with unhappy partners, who don't want an ugly computer case hogging floor space in a living room. In this situation, the EDGE is an ideal choice.

In addition to the Intel Celeron 847 processor, specifications of the SAPPHIRE EDGE HD4 include 4GB of DDR3 memory, a 320GB hard drive and built in wireless connectivity as well as high speed LAN port, one USB 3.0 and three USB 2.0 ports. It provides high resolution graphics output with a full HD (1920×1080) HDMI interface (with an HDMI cable and HDMI-DVI adapter also supplied) as well as a VGA monitor output and it has built-in audio with mic-in and line-out sockets.

The EDGE HD4 doesn't ship with an operating system installed so you need to budget the cost of a license to get it up and running. It has full support for Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8. All the drivers are supplied on a disc which is included in the box.

One of the main selling points for buying the EDGE is the incredibly low power drain. In the past we have documented that these systems will require around a tenth of the power of an average desktop computer system. They can be left on 24/7/365 without having a noticeably negative impact on an electricity bill.

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Sapphire EDGE HD3 Mini PC Review https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/zardon/sapphire-edge-hd3-mini-pc-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/zardon/sapphire-edge-hd3-mini-pc-review/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:00:37 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=79644 We review many high end, power sapping systems destined to power through a variety of intensive Direct X 11 games at super high resolutions. They also cause a huge dent with your electricity bill. Not everyone wants or needs such a high powered system however and today we have the pleasure to look at the …

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We review many high end, power sapping systems destined to power through a variety of intensive Direct X 11 games at super high resolutions. They also cause a huge dent with your electricity bill. Not everyone wants or needs such a high powered system however and today we have the pleasure to look at the latest iteration of the diminutive Sapphire Edge PC.

This ‘HD3' version follows the design ethic of the previous versions, aiming for the smallest possible physical footprint while delivering enough processing power to cover a majority of uses.

The Edge HD3 looks very like the older versions of the product … that being super slim with a stylish curved outline. This time around Sapphire have included the latest AMD E450 APU processor. The machine includes a 320GB hard drive, 4GB of DDR3 memory and built in wireless connectivity and a GB LAN port.

The system can support resolutions up to 1920×1080 via an HDMI interface, ideal for connection to a large television or PC monitor.

Above, a picture of the Sapphire Edge HD3 alongside an ASUS USB self powered BluRay drive. This is a great indication of just how small the Edge HD3 really is!

This system is completely ready to rock, all you need is an operating system disc for initial installation.

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Sapphire EDGE-HD Mini PC Review – the smallest PC in the world https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/zardon/sapphire-edge-hd-mini-pc-review-the-smallest-pc-in-the-world/ https://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/zardon/sapphire-edge-hd-mini-pc-review-the-smallest-pc-in-the-world/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2011 19:33:01 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=35753 If, like us, you have a passion for miniature computing, then today's review is going to get you moist. AMD's biggest partner Sapphire have decided to branch out into the ‘system building' enthusiast sector and have created the new EDGE-HD Mini PC with the shock revelation that the internal hardware is based around Intel and …

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If, like us, you have a passion for miniature computing, then today's review is going to get you moist. AMD's biggest partner Sapphire have decided to branch out into the ‘system building' enthusiast sector and have created the new EDGE-HD Mini PC with the shock revelation that the internal hardware is based around Intel and Nvidia components.

The Sapphire Edge-HD Mini PC is released as the world's smallest PC measuring just 193mm x 148 mm x 22mm (WxDxH) and weighing in at 575g.

These diminutive dimensions means that some compromises have to be made, with some connectivity getting the axe.

Underneath the matt plastic casing resides a dual core, quad threaded Intel Atom D510 processor which is supported by 2GB of DDR3 memory. Graphics duties are handled by the nVidia Ion 2 which supports Direct X 10.1, and is commonly found in a plethora of netbooks on the market today. Sapphire have also included a generous 250GB 2.5 inch hard drive for all the storage demands.

Specification
CPU Intel® Atom™ D510 1.66GHz
1024 KB CPU Cache
Memory 2048 MB DDR2-800 So-DIMM
Storage 250 GB SATA 2.5” Hard Driver
Graphics 512 MB NVIDIA® ION™ 2
LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps Built-in Etherent
Wireless 802.11b/g/n Built-in Wireless Network
I / O 1 x VGA(D-sub) Port
1 x HDMI Port
1 x RJ-45 Gigabit Lan
4 x USB 2.0 Port
1 x Audio-in
1 x Line-out
Power 65 W AC 100~240V 50/60Hz, 19v~3.42A
Dimensions 19.3 x 14.8 x 2.2 cm (L / W / H)
Weight 530 g net weight
Operation System Pre-installed Free DOS
Support Windows® 7 / Vista / XP
Accessory 1 x USB Sticker 1G (Pre-load driver, Manual)
1 x HDMI cable
1 x HDMI to DVI adapter
1 x Quick Install guide (QIG)
1 x Chassis Stand
1 x Power cord
1 x Power Adapter
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