Intel Compute Sticks

Whilst the Intel Compute Stick can fit in the palm of your hand, it’s what Intel has fitted inside it that makes it truly remarkable: a quad-core Intel Atom processor and a choice of Windows 8.1 with Bing or Ubuntu 14.04 LTS.

By allowing you to transform any HDMI display into a fully functional computer, the Intel Compute Stick lets you stay productive anywhere you have a TV or monitor with an HDMI input. Ready to go out-of-the-box, this brand new type of computing device has a quad-core Intel Atom processor and offers the performance, quality, and value you expect from Intel. The system performs just like your other computers - simply plug it into any HDMI display, connect a wireless keyboard and mouse and then you can work when, where, and how you want. It’s everything you love about your desktop computer in a device that fits in the palm of your hand.

Intel Compute Stick

Use Your Television for More Than TV

Looking to bring computing to new places? The Intel Compute Stick is exactly what you’re looking for. It transforms any HMDI TV or monitor into a full computer, allowing you to search the web, share your holiday photos, keep up on your email or do any of the tasks that you do on your computer today. All you need is a wireless keyboard and mouse and you’re set. Installation could not be simpler, just plug the Compute Stick into the monitors HDMI port and it’s good to go.

Product Differences

There are two version of the Intel Compute Stick; both are physically the same size. The main difference is that one is supplied with Windows 8.1 32-bit and the other Ubuntu 14.04 LTS 64-bit. The Windows version also has more RAM - 2GB compared the Linux’s 1GB. Internal storage also differs: Windows has 32GB and Ubuntu has 8GB. Both devices come with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for connectivity, a USB port to connect peripherals, a micro SD card slot for additional storage and McAfee Antivirus Plus for comprehensive protection from Trojans, viruses and spyware.

Due to the size of the Compute Sticks they cannot be modified in any way. All components, such as CPU, RAM and internal storage are soldered directly on to the PCB. The only modification that can be made is to add more internal storage by inserting a MicroSD card. It is also recommended to retain the operating systems installed because the Sticks have been designed specifically to work with their pre-installed software.