B-Link SR7 Mini Gaming PC Insights

Aug 20, 2024

B-Link SR7 Mini Gaming PC Review

Specs Overview

  • Processor: Ryzen 7 7840HS (8-core, 16-thread)
  • RAM: 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz (Dual Channel)
  • Storage: 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD (Expandable)
  • Graphics: Radeon 780M (Best integrated GPU for gaming)

IO Ports

Front

  • Clear CMOS button
  • 1 Audio Jack
  • 1 USB Type-C
  • 1 USB 3.2
  • Power button

Back

  • LAN 2.5 Gigabit
  • 2 USB 2.0
  • 1 DisplayPort
  • 1 HDMI
  • 2 USB 4 ports (for quad monitor setup)
  • Headphone jack
  • Magnetic DC power connector

Price

  • Cost: 759 Euros

BIOS Settings

  • VRAM allocation changed to 8 GB (from RAM)

Game Testing Results

1. Counter-Strike 2

  • Resolution: 1080p, Low settings, no FSR
  • Initial stutters in Deathmatch, but smooth after a while.
  • Achievable FPS: 80s during smoke effects.

2. Cyberpunk 2077

  • Resolution: 1080p, Lowest settings
  • Average FPS: 40s, drops to 30s.
  • FSR enabled boosts FPS to around 60.

3. Starfield

  • Resolution: 1080p, FSR2 on 50, Lowest settings
  • Average FPS: 40s, smoother gameplay on other planets.

4. Dota 2

  • Resolution: 1080p, High settings
  • Average FPS: 50s, drops during fights.

5. Call of Duty: Warzone 2

  • Resolution: 1080p, Lowest settings
  • Average FPS: 59, smooth experience with FSR enabled.

6. Resident Evil 4 Remake

  • Resolution: 1080p, Quality FSR
  • Average FPS: 69, playable despite stuttering in new areas.

7. Fortnite

  • Resolution: 1080p, Low settings
  • Average FPS: 130, stable frame times.

8. Forza Horizon 5

  • Resolution: 1080p, Medium settings
  • Average FPS: Above 60, dips into 50s in city areas.

9. The Last of Us

  • Resolution: 1080p, Low settings with FSR
  • Average FPS: 39, stable even in intensive scenes.

10. GTA V

  • Resolution: 1080p, High settings
  • Average FPS: 80, smooth gameplay.

Performance Summary

  • Competitive Gaming: Feasible for titles like CS:GO and Valorant.
  • Graphical Limitations: Integrated graphics can limit performance in graphically intensive games.
  • General Usage: Good for basic tasks like Photoshop, Premiere Pro, etc.

Price-to-Performance Analysis

  • Value: While decent for a mini PC, building a custom PC at the same price may yield better performance.

Conclusion

  • The B-Link SR7 Mini Gaming PC shows impressive performance for its size and offers good gaming experiences at low to medium settings. Ideal for mini PC enthusiasts but may not replace a full gaming rig for serious gamers.

Closing Remarks

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