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Intel NUC NUC5CPYH (N3050) - $128.79 Delivered @ Warehouse1 eBay

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Intel NUC NUC5CPYH (N3050) - $128.79 Delivered @ Warehouse1 eBay - Cheapest I've seen it so far, so worth a special mention, as they're ususally around the $170 mark!

Works very well as a mini computer with low power requirements. Can handle 1080p video playback, and also 4K @ 24FPS, so is useful for a wide variety of Home Theatre / Video Streaming solutions, particularly if you want to run KODI. Also requires RAM, HDD and OS (can use free OS, eg OpenELEC) to become operational.

Features

  • Intel Celeron N3050 dual-core CPU, up to 2.16 GHz, 6W TDP
  • Single DDR3L memory slot, max. memory 8 GB
  • Intel HD Graphics with 12 execution units
  • HDMI and VGA connectors
  • 7.1 surround audio (via HDMI)
  • 4 USB 3.0 ports (fast charging on one of the front ports, max. 1.5A)
  • Consumer infrared receiver
  • Support for a single 2.5″ SATA drive
  • SDXC slot for a memory card (UHS-I support)
  • Realtek Gigabit Ethernet adapter
  • Intel Wireless-AC 3165 Wireless adapter (802.11ac, BlueTooth 4.0, Wireless Display)

The Intel NUC5CPYH is one of the most fully featured Intel NUCs. Based on a dual-core Celeron processor, this Intel NUC includes new features such as a VGA port, SDXC card slot and TOSLINK audio output while continuing to offer 4x USB 3.0 ports, 4K video support, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi. Also, Intel have secured the base with the Kensington lock, significantly improving IT asset security. From entry-level consumers in emerging markets, to organizations looking for a value-oriented mini-PC, NUC5CPYH is the smart choice.

The Intel NUC5CPYH Barebone Kit features an Intel Celeron N3050 2.16Ghz Dual Core processor, Intel HD 6000 graphics, 1x VGA, 1x HDMI v1.4, 4x USB 3.0 (2 rear, 2 front including 1x charging capable), Intel Wireless-AC 3165 M.2 2230, wireless antennas (IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4, Intel Wireless Display), Kingston lock support and a VESA mounting bracket. The NUC5i5RYH NUC5CPYH 115mm x 111mm x 51.6mm.

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  • +1

    Keep in mind this is a bare bones Nuc.
    No HD or ram included from what I can tell.

    • +1

      Correct, as with most NUCs, this is barebones and you will need to supply your own RAM, HDD and Operating System.
      Note that this NUC only supports 1x SODIMM DDR3L 1.35V.

      • Has anybody found a good price on compatible RAM? I'm looking for 8GB.
        Compatibility list is here: http://www.intel.com.au/content/www/au/en/support/boards-and…

        I'm having difficulty finding many suppliers of these particular models, and what I see is more expensive than I expected.

        • How much is 'more expensive than expected' ?
          Futu via eBay is selling the Kingston KVR16LS11/8 for $90 and the other eBay 20% voucher brings that down to $72, which is a reasonable price considering the current shortages.
          Honestly, most applications will only require 4GB, so consider if 8 is really necessary. The 4GB Kingston sticks are about $36 with the current eBay sales.

        • Then get 4GB. Even 2GB is usually plenty for most purposes on one of these. You are not going to be running VMs.

        • @Danny441: Is there another ebay 20% voucher active at the moment?

        • +1

          @james2k:
          For Futu and Dell, there was at time of posting. Looks like it's expired today.
          Here: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/293375

  • Maybe I don't understand correctly, but if it has HDMI 1.4, are you sure it can have "4K video support"?

    • HDMI v1.4 supports 4K Video at 24FPS, HDMI v2 can support 4K Video at higher framerates, eg 50 or 60.

      • +1

        The new 7th Gen NUCs have rendered all the previous models obsolete as a media player with their HDMI 2.0 port.

        With good Full HD TV sets becoming scarce why would an enthusiast buy a NUC that can't handle 4k properly?

        • It can handle 4K @24FPS, perfect for video media. Why would you require any higher framerates @ 4K?

        • Could also just buy an ODroid C2. Cheaper, smaller, supports Plex and Kodi, HDMI 2.0, 4k hardware decoding, HDMI CEC, etc.

        • @BTRaynes:

          but can it decode hevc especially high bitrate videos without stuttering? im guessing not as most require quad core

        • +4

          @jabroni:
          http://nucblog.net/2015/07/braswell-nuc-nuc5cpyh-review-wind…

          HEVC encoded 4K video (3840×2160, 30 fps, 80 Mbps) is handled fine, with the CPU ~40%

          HEVC encoded 4K video at 60fps is a step to far for this machine, and can't be outputted via HDMI anyway.

        • +1

          @BTRaynes:

          24FPS is too slow, a NUC can turn a TV into a PC with a 4K display, why would you want such slow frame rates on everything you do and watch?

        • +4

          @SamR:

          you do know that since the beginning of time every single movie you have seen has been shot in 24 fps. A movie and a game do not share the same qualities.

        • @SamR:
          What 4K@60fps media are you watching?
          Are you referring to 4K@60fps games on this mini PC?

        • @BTRaynes: No way you can game at 4K on an i3 with on board graphics.

        • @sween64:
          That's my point.

        • @sween64:

          Wooosh!!

        • @SamR: agree in that 24fps is kinda too slow for general computer usage. And a lot of sd/hd is 30hz which looks terrible at 24.

          You'd wanna run it at 1080/60 most of the time i think.

        • @jonathonsunshine:

          "You'd wanna run it at 1080/60 most of the time i think."

          Then you are at the mercy of how your 4K TV handles the resampling, most would be good but all?

          Then you would have to change resolution to 4K to watch a movie but only if it was encoded at 24fps. Most if not all people would just run it at 1080p/60 and not be even aware of it.

          This NUC is pretty cheap so the point is probably moot but if you are going to splash some serious cash on an i3 or i5 NUC why not spend a little more and buy a 7the Gen with HDMI 2.0?

        • HDMI 1.4 is capable of 4K BUT @30Hz max.
          HDMI 2.0 is capable of doing 4K@60Hz.

          And the "misinformation" about 7th gen NUCs HDMI 2.0 rendering all previous models obsolete. That's not true. The 6th gen NUCs can do 4K@60Hz, you just need a mini DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0 cable (a decent one which actually supports 60Hz). The 7th gen one has HDMI 2.0 which means you don't need the special cable. There is actually more to the 7th gen NUC making it better as a media player (but that has more to do with better hardware encoding support).

        • @netsurfer:

          HDMI 1.4 is capable of 4K BUT @30Hz max.

          Does this depend on the TV? Is it possible that particular TVs require hdmi 2.0 for UHD, even though it is theoretically possible with 1.4?

        • @manic: If your TV supports 4K@30fps, then HDMI 1.4 is okay (the TV should since a lot of 4K movies are 24/25fps). For media consumption, 30fps is okay for most people. Anyway, the CPU+GPU is incapable of handling 4K@60fps so there is no point of this particular NUC to have HDMI 2.0 (tests have shown that it struggled to decode 4K/60fps videos). HDMI 2.0 is required for 4K HDR.

          The biggest issue with this NUC is the CPU (for me anyway).

        • @netsurfer:

          Mini DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0 cables seem to be finicky and have issues from my quick "research".

          My point about "obsolete" was for enthusiasts, why not spend $100 more on a 7th Gen and minimise all the issues? You will save a large part of that just in not requiring a special cable.

        • @SamR: If you are buying an i3 or i5 or i7 NUC, obviously, you would normally choose the latest gen. If you have a 4K HDR TV, then HDMI 2.0 is important (if the mini display port to HDMI 2.0 is an issue).

          However, this 7th gen NUCs mainly just address some HTPC issues. Also, only i3 ones are available right now. Performance wise, the increase is minimal (with only i3 benchmark results available right now. Hopefully, i5 with an improved GPU will be better).

          The HDMI 2.0 support for the 7th gen NUC isn't native. This is from the NUC blog:

          The Kaby Lake SoC does not support HDMI 2.0 natively, but instead Intel has added a LSPCon that will convert the DisplayPort signal to HDMI 2.0.

          Bottom line, if you have the 6th gen NUC, you really need to think twice about upgrade to the 7th gen NUC. Kaby Lake's performance boost is minimal (compared to the 5th gen to 6th performance boost). The HDMI 2.0 support in 7th gen isn't native either (it's via DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0 conversion).

        • @netsurfer:

          I agree on all your points.

          My point though was about a new purchase, I would not even update a 4th Gen NUC HTPC unless I had insurmountable 4K TV issues.

  • +1

    So would have to purchase storage and OS?

    So a Roku device would be more cost effective, for media streaming?

    • It needs DDR3L SODIMM RAM ($30~40)
      and a storage medium (could be a thumb drive, SD card or a 2.5" drive)
      That is the bare minimum for a working system

      You don't need to purchase an OS, as there are dozens of free open source options to choose from.

      and yes, Roku boxes typically go for $100 or less… Mibox for e.g is a great option if you want to just stream 4k content without frame drops, and if you want some kind of console-quality gaming there's the Nvidia Shield.

    • Correct.
      If it's just for streaming with Roku supported apps, that would be cheaper. An Intel NUC is generally used when you want to start using KODI or similar, which supports Local Content very well.

    • +6

      Talk to me when Roku supports SMB shares. I have found DLNA to be a nightmare with a large library across the network.

      • Yeah, I use EMBY for my media delivery. Which works at the app level on multiple devices, including Roku.

        DLNA is last resort, for any content streaming. But that being said, EMBY as a DLNA server also can help a lot with library management.

    • for purely media streaming? You're right.

      But with this, its a full mini PC.

      And those things you list (storage, ram, and OS) can be gotten for free from a broken laptop.
      The OS isn't exactly legit that way, but you can use a Linux OS.
      Ubuntu is super 'user friendly' now for web based content and media, I use it on all my elderly clients PC's.

    • You need memory. But you can run Libeelec of a USB stick. It comes with VPN and transmission and all sorts of nice things now a days

  • +1

    Roku good for some things yet cannot stream from video library on home PC. This is where Nuc will shine, just need remote.

  • can this be used for NVR or DVR. i need something cheap and small for running Kodi and recording cctv.

    • I was thinking about it for an NVR, but I doubt it would have enough processing power to do many cameras or frame rate.

  • +1

    Add some ram and you can run LibreELEC off a USB/SD…. Flawless kodi box no hard drive or OS required.

    Phone or tablet as remote.

    • -2

      But it cannot played 4k more than 24fps. I will wait for the 7th generation with HDMI version 2 at reasonable price point.

      • But it cannot played 4k more than 24fps.

        So? You are not thinking of using a N3050 machine as a general purpose PC with UHD display, I hope!
        The only reason anyone wants 4K on a low-power device is for video.

      • +7

        Why is everyone complaining about 4K@24fps?
        Where are all of these films and TV shows encoded at 4K@60fps that everyone wants to watch on this?

  • These things make /great/ CarPuters (computers full time installed in a car).
    No head unit can handle a full 100GB of music yet, not without a 3rd party device like an iphone or whatever

    • Sure? I have a 128gb SD in the glovebox (2 SD slots + usb) and the car sorts via artists, albums etc.. ala a PMP.

      Car is a 2015 VW Passat

      • That's neat.
        Last time I tried to do anything like that, I had up to 3 seconds delay between skipping tracks, and over 20 seconds initial cataloging each time I start the car.

        Totally unacceptable really.

        Kenwoods seem to manage best, I get about a 10 second catalog and 1 second between track skips, but it's still no winamp instant skip…..

  • +2

    just got these for $4 more last week with the LOVE20 code… if you're using it as HTPC, be aware that there's interference with the USB 3.0 ports and the logitech receivers. It can be fixed with an extension though, which unfortunately, is a bit unsightly.

  • Still not marked as shipped in eBay.
    Are they delayed, or just have not updated ebay as no tracking?

    • Not sure sorry. I've always had quick delivery from warehouse1, but can't remember if they provided tracking at all.

    • +1

      I ordered mine on Tuesday and received it on Friday and eBay is not marked as sent. The package however had a trackable code on it.

  • +1

    Would buy one of these if they bothered putting in a proper network interface instead of this Realtek thing that makes the CPU, OS and system memory do all the work.

    Crumbs even Intel cheaps out and uses an RTL chip. You think they'd know better, they even make their own…

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