AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S
AOOSTAR

T8 Plus / M8S

CPU Celeron N100
GPU Iris Xe 24EU
Max RAM 16GB
Drives 1
From $5
Seller Amazon

The AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S is a mini PC powered by the Intel Celeron N100 (12th gen). It features a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated Intel Iris Xe 24EU. Supports up to 16GB of RAM at 4800 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 1 drive. Networking features 2 Ethernet ports (up to 1G). Dimensions: 90 × 90 × 44mm (0.36L).

CPU & Performance

CPUCeleron N100
Generation12th
Threads4
Single-core39
Multi-core9
Socket0

GPU

GPUIris Xe 24EU
Discrete GPUNo
Integrated GPUYes
eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM16GB
Max speed4800 MT/s
ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives1
SD cardNo

Ports & Connectivity

Max displays3

Network

Max Ethernet2G
1G ports2
vProN

Physical

Dimensions90 × 90 × 44 mm
Volume0.36L
Fan size55mm
Warranty1 yr

Power

TDP15W

Pricing

Minimum$200
Barebone est.$5
16GB / 512GB$200

Additional

Recommended for office work, web browsing, media playback, light home or business use, and very small desk setups. Consider AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S if you want a ultra-compact mini PC built around its listed Intel Celeron N100 processor and Intel Iris Xe 24EU integrated GPU. It is less suitable for heavy gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads because no discrete or high-speed external GPU path is listed.

AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S features Intel Celeron N100 with Intel Iris Xe 24EU integrated GPU, offering 2× 1G Ethernet. CPU details include 12th CPU generation and 4 threads. Memory support includes up to 16GB RAMat 4800 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 1 storage drive and 1× M.2 SATA slot. Display support includes support for up to 3 displays. Networking includes 2× 1G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 90 × 90 × 44 mm chassis (0.36L). Cooling information lists 55 mm main fan. Power information lists 15W TDP. Lifecycle information lists 1-year warranty.

Based on its overall score of 151.8, AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S is positioned as an entry-to-midrange mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

Verdict

Best for

basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, router/firewall or homelab use, very small desk setups.

Avoid if

you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet.

Alternatives
  • OrigiMagic C2 N150 — stronger value pick in the dataset
  • GMKtec/Morefine Nucbox K11 4090M — higher performance ceiling
  • CWWK/Topton 1245U 8x2.5G — stronger wired networking for homelab use

Review

The AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S is a palm-size mini PC built around Intel Celeron N100 and Intel Iris Xe 24EU integrated graphics. With a listed price around $5, it is aimed at buyers looking for basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, router/firewall or homelab use, very small desk setups. The core spec sheet is solid for its class: up to 16GB RAM at 4800 MT/s, up to 1 drive, including 0 NVMe slots, 2×1GbE, and basic display and USB connectivity. The 151.8 overall score suggests a more specialized or entry-level role, so it should be judged by fit-for-purpose features rather than raw benchmark ambition. The main reason to pause is fit: avoid it if you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet. Overall, the AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S makes the most sense when its CPU/GPU balance, port selection, and expansion profile match your workload; otherwise, compare it against similarly priced mini PCs with better networking, quieter cooling, or stronger upgrade paths.

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