Why choose SFF over mini or tower?
Small form factor splits the difference. Better than mini PCs for upgradeability, cooling, and standard components. Better than towers for desk space, aesthetics, and power efficiency. The practical choice for most office environments.
What can you upgrade?
RAM (usually 2-4 slots), storage (add or replace drives), sometimes a low-profile graphics card if power supply supports it. More than a mini, less than a tower. For most business use, RAM and storage upgrades are plenty.
Which model fits my needs?
Basic office use? Intel i5 with 8GB RAM, often under $400. Standard business work? Intel i5 with 16GB RAM. Heavy productivity work? Intel i7 with 16GB+ RAM and SSD storage.
What's in the box?
Desktop unit and power cable. No monitor, keyboard, or mouse unless specifically listed. Windows included and activated. Need the complete setup? Check PC packages or add monitors and accessories separately.
Multiple monitors?
Most SFF machines support 2-3 displays. Check specific listings for video output options. Modern models typically have HDMI and DisplayPort outputs. Need more? USB-to-HDMI adapters add extra displays cheaply.
Buying for an office?
Ask about volume pricing for 10+ machines. Standardizing on one model makes IT management easier and often gets you better pricing.
