Why only 2GB of RAM and only 16GB of internal storage on the T5 ? Even entry level sub $100 smartphones now have at least 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage now ...c'mon Minix you can do better !
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No doubt I am
drastically over simplifying things here & this is purely my personal opinion alone
. I'm also avoiding making direct comparisons to other non-MINIX devices lol.)...
Ultimately, however, does the Neo T5 really need more than 2GB RAM or 16GB storage? I think it'll be plenty for the vast majority
. (As
@JJ-KwiK has just added, MINIX are hopefully following up in the not too distant future with another new device (Neo U22) that could essentially be viewed as a natural successor to the U9-H as well. The U22 does have the extra RAM & storage, & it's priced accordingly
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The Neo T5 has the 2 x USB ports adding a huge amount of potential expansion. GbE ethernet also gives fast & reliable access to NAS/network shares too, (potentially unlimited expansion)
. It's running the lighter/simplified Android TV OS too & it's not a gaming machine, it has a fairly specific job to do in direct comparison to the pure Android media hubs.
Excellent hardware, CPU/GPU, HDMI 2.0, SPDIF & the retail package will probably come with the usual extras, (a basic IR remote, cabling, DC adapter, etc.). Specs - 4K, HDR, (& that list will go on too).
Not to mention, MINIX world class engineering & build quality too
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All for just $85 bucks . (Relatively speaking of course, can you find an entry level smartphone that would even come close lol?)
Affordability is presumably a major factor. Add that extra 1GB RAM &/or another 16GB of internal storage when it's not absolutely necessary, various licensing fees & other factors in turn could get bumped up which are costs that would probably end up affecting final retail pricing too. I was (pleasantly) surprised when I saw the retail price myself, I was thinking higher when considering the specs & the package as a whole
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It's an exciting time for MINIX fans & hopefully many new customers as well
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