Kamrui Essenx E1 N97
Kamrui

Essenx E1 N97

CPU Celeron N97
GPU Iris Xe 24EU
Max RAM 16GB
Drives 1
From $15
Seller Amazon

The Kamrui Essenx E1 N97 is a mini PC powered by the Intel Celeron N97 (12th gen). It features a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated Intel Iris Xe 24EU. Supports up to 16GB of RAM across 1 slot at 3200 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 1 drive including 1 NVMe. Networking features 1 Ethernet port (up to 1G). Dimensions: 100 × 100 × 30mm (0.30L).

CPU & Performance

CPUCeleron N97
Generation12th
Threads4
Single-core41
Multi-core9
Socket0

GPU

GPUIris Xe 24EU
Discrete GPUNo
Integrated GPUYes
eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM16GB
RAM slots1
Max speed3200 MT/s
ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives1
NVMe slots1
Gen3 x41
SD cardNo

Ports & Connectivity

Max displays2

Network

Max Ethernet1G
1G ports1
vProN

Physical

Dimensions100 × 100 × 30 mm
Volume0.3L
Fan size60mm

Power

TDP10W

Pricing

Minimum$170
Barebone est.$15
16GB / 512GB$170

Additional

Recommended for office work, web browsing, media playback, light home or business use, and very small desk setups. Consider Kamrui Essenx E1 N97 if you want a ultra-compact mini PC built around its listed Intel Celeron N97 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.

Kamrui Essenx E1 N97 features Intel Celeron N97 with Intel Iris Xe 24EU integrated GPU, offering 1× 1G Ethernet. CPU details include 12th CPU generation and 4 threads. Memory support includes up to 16GB RAM across 1 slot at 3200 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 1 storage drive including 1 NVMe SSD slot and 1× PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe. Display support includes support for up to 2 displays. Networking includes 1× 1G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 100 × 100 × 30 mm chassis (0.30L). Cooling information lists 60 mm main fan. Power information lists 10W TDP. Lifecycle information lists release date listed as 28-Jan-2025.

Based on its overall score of 160.0, Kamrui Essenx E1 N97 is positioned as a mainstream 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, 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
  • AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S — better value at comparable performance
  • GMKtec/Morefine Nucbox K11 4090M — higher performance ceiling
  • CWWK/Topton 1245U 8x2.5G — stronger wired networking for homelab use

Review

The Kamrui Essenx E1 N97 is a palm-size mini PC built around Intel Celeron N97 and Intel Iris Xe 24EU integrated graphics. With a listed price around $15, it is aimed at buyers looking for basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, very small desk setups. The core spec sheet is solid for its class: up to 16GB RAM across 1 slot at 3200 MT/s, up to 1 drive, including 1 NVMe slot (1 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe), 1×1GbE, and basic display and USB connectivity. The 160.0 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 listed release date is 28-Jan-2025. 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 Kamrui Essenx E1 N97 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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