Which is best UMPC of 2024?
UMPC are amazing ultra mobile pocket computers that let you have a miniature laptop that is even smaller than netbook. And like a netbook, a UMPC runs full version of Windows that lets you run desktop applications. The difference is that UMPC usually packs better specifications than a netbook that makes them a lot more capable. So, you can use a UMPC for gaming and for serious work.
However, a UMPC is not for everyone as there are some compromises to be made. They are discussed below.
Screen – A UMPC has a display size between 6”-9” and some come with touchscreen panels as well. Imagine running virtual desktop on that small screen. Are you ready for it? Some need it as netbooks and other mobile devices just don’t cut it. Mobile devices run either android or iOS that can only run mobile variants of applications and games, which are usually less feature rich.
Storage – Fortunately, most UMPC devices in 2024 pack decent amount of storage. In 2020, we have M.2 NVMe SSD that are smaller than RAM modules. They deliver much better performance than eMMC storage that is found in cheap laptops and netbooks. Storage is non expandable in UMPC devices, so keep that in mind. Some do come with micro SD card slot for storage expansion.
RAM – Most of UMPC computers come with decent amount of memory to run Windows 11 smoothly.
Keyboard – Keys on UMPC computers are small, like really small. So, if you are planning to do any sort of data entry on these little laptops, get yourself a netbook instead that have nearly full size laptop keyboards. These UMPCs are for doing ultra portable computing on the move, not data entry.
Best UMPC of 2024
GPD Pocket 3
For business purposes, the compact UMPC is very useful as a PC that you carry around everyday. Especially for people who perform maintenance work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, they do not know when a failure will occur, so they need to use a laptop anytime, anywhere. In addition, there are many situations in which the role of the smartphone is insufficient in the business scene, such as people who often make presentations on business trips and leave relatively long notes.
Although the GPD WIN series is easy to use as a compact laptop, it is quite difficult to use as gaming PC despite packing decent gaming capability. It is great for general computing and business use. GPD Pocket 2 is the second version that has been improved in specifications so that it can be used in a wider range of business sites.
The Intel Core i7 processor is mounted on the CPU, and the high performance that can meet the various applications mentioned above is realized in a compact 8-inch size, making it a perfect business tool to carry around.
11th Core Tiger Lake i7-1195G7, 4 Cores/8 Threads, Base Frequency 2.9 GHz Max Turbo Frequency Up to 5 Ghz.Graphics: Iris Xe Graphics eligible 96 EUs, Up to 1.4 GHz, DirectX 12.1 OpenGL 4.6
8 inches IPS screen that supports 10-point touch, 180-degree opening and DC dimming,500 Nits.Aspect Ratio:16:10,Screen Resolution: 1920×1200.Battery: 10000 mAh (5000mAh x2 Series)
I/O: GPD Pocket 3 come with three USB3.2 Gen2 ports,all with a 10Gbps transfer rate (1000MB/s).1x Thunderbolt 4,1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-c,1x HDMI 2.0b,1x RJ45,1x 3.5mm Headset& Microphones.Besides,Our GPD pocket 3 Also has Modular I/O Ports,USB A module, (RS-232 module and KVM module -Not included,Need to be purchased separately from our store.)
Network: Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax R2 2×2,support 2.4G/5G/6G Dual Frequency Band,Dual channel Maximun Transmission Rate 3600 Mbps,Supports Wi-Fi 6.BT 5.2, Wired Network Card: 10/100/1000/2500Mbps Ethernet Card
Dimension: 198x137x20 mm,Shell Material: 6061 Aluminum alloy UNIBODY chassis,Net Weight: 729g
KOOSMILE P8
Around the summer of 2024, the company’s first 8-inch display-equipped model, KOOSMILE P8, was the first to upgrade the contents of the hardware to a level that eliminated all complaints other than the size of the its predecessors. Powering it is an Intel Celeron processor, 12GB RAM and 512GB SSD. The screen can rotate full 180-degrees, allowing you to use KOOSMILE P8 like a tablet.
8 inch HD Touch Screen Mini Computer Windows 11 Pro,Intel N100 4 Cores 2-in-1 Pocket PC 12GB LPDDR5 RAM 512GB M.2 SSD, Gigabit | Wi-Fi 6 | BT5.2 | 2MP Camera | G-Sensor | HDMI
HIGOLEPC Mini PC
If you do not do a lot of data entry on the go, and all you want is a sub-$300 UMPC that runs full Windows, HIGOLEPC Mini PC is best there is. It has Intel Celeron processor, 128GB flash memory, and 8GB RAM. There are tons of full size ports, making it a great little UMPC.
Windows 11 Pro, 8GB RAM 128GB EMMC Intel Celeron J4125 Processor (up to 2.7GHz) Mini Computer With IPS screen,Small PC Support 4K HDMI Double Display, WiFi 5.0, BT5.2,Gigabit Ethernet