NiPoGi AK1PLUS Celeron N5095 Mini PC review

The AK1PLUS is an entry-level mini PC. It pairs an Intel Celeron N5095 with 16GB of memory and a 256GB M.2 SSD. Owners describe it as a great entry-level machine for the money, and the hardware list backs that up as a basic desktop box rather than a performance machine.

The Celeron N5095 is a four-core, four-thread Jasper Lake part. One review places it in Intel's 11th generation. It boosts to 2.9GHz, has 4MB of L3 cache and uses Intel UHD Graphics with 16 execution units.

Owner feedback on performance is mixed. Reviewers point to limited processor headroom. With four threads and no stated higher-tier graphics, this is a chip for light tasks such as browsing, documents and video playback. It is a weaker choice for running several virtual machines or heavy builds, where thread count and headroom matter.

The machine ships with 16GB of memory and a 256GB M.2 SSD. For storage, there is one M.2 slot that accepts SATA and NVMe PCIe drives, plus a 2.5 inch SATA3.0 bay. That gives you two places for drives, so you can add capacity without replacing the SSD. There is only the one M.2 slot, though, so a second NVMe drive is not an option.

The specifications give no maximum RAM figure and no statement on whether the memory can be swapped. If you plan to expand memory later, check that with the seller before you buy.

Networking is a single RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port and Wi-Fi 5, with Bluetooth for wireless peripherals. The machine is not a base for anything that needs more than gigabit speeds, as there is only the one wired port.

Ports are a strength owners single out. There are two HDMI 2.0 outputs, so a dual-monitor desk works without extra adapters. USB comes as two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. A 3.5mm-style audio jack and a DC input complete the set. Only two of the four USB ports are the faster Gen1 type, which matters if you connect external drives and other peripherals together. There is no USB4, Thunderbolt or OCuLink, so there is no route to fast external storage or an external GPU through those standards.

The listed power figure is 15W. That is a listing number and not a measured one, and no idle draw or cooling details are given. A low rated figure points to a modest power draw, but you should not treat it as a guaranteed running cost.

NiPoGi is a sister brand of Kamrui, which operates in the United States. The AK1PLUS dates from 2021. No BIOS update policy or warranty terms are given for this variant, so check the seller's terms before buying.

The AK1PLUS makes sense as a low-cost second machine for light work. Owners rate the value and the dual HDMI outputs. The four-core Celeron, the single gigabit port and the lack of fast expansion ports limit it. Choose it for simple, undemanding jobs where a small footprint and two displays matter more than speed.