EVGA SuperNOVA G3 650W

One of the smallest VR-ready mini PCs we’ve tested, the X1 is a viable choice for the money if you like the tiny footprint and generous connectivity options, and don’t mind the modest storage capacity and upgrade limitations of an MXM video card.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
EVGA SuperNOVA G3 650W 1

Product details

  • EVGA 850 G3: The next generation in power
  • 80 PLUS Gold certified, with 90 percent (115VAC) / 92 percent (220VAC to 240VAC) efficiency or higher under typical loads
  • Fan size/ Bearing: 130 millimeters hydraulic dynamic bearing for ultra quiet performance
  • Heavy duty protections, including OVP, UVP, OCP, OPP, and SCP
  • NOTE: Customer should be aware of how much wattage needed for their system; Depending on the number of components and how many wattage each one pulls, the customer will need to buy a strong enough power supply to power everything

PROS

+ Remarkably compact for a gaming PC
+ Copious USB connectivity

CONS

- Low storage capacity
- 3GB vs. 6GB VRAM in our test unit
- Secondary hard drive installation is tricky

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on April 17, 2018
One of the smallest VR-ready mini PCs we’ve tested, the X1 is a viable choice for the money if you like the tiny footprint and generous connectivity options, and don’t mind the modest storage capacity and upgrade limitations of an MXM video card.
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