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Dual-boot Rikomagic RKM MK36 mini PC reviewed

by on11 June 2015

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Design and Build Quality

The RKM M36 features a plastic shroud over an alloy chassis. The finish is plastic, a combination of glossy and matte plastic with a faux brushed metal look. The design is simple – it’s a black rectangle measuring 158 x 120 x 33mm (6.21 x 4.72 x 1.30 inches).

If you were expecting a light, plastic chassis, think again – the RKM M36 isn’t very light, nor is it small. The device weighs 300g and it’s somewhat bigger than Intel’s smallest NUC units. Luckily, it’s quite a bit cheaper than an Intel NUC.

rkm m36 review featured

As far as the layout goes, all the connectors and buttons are located on the rear panel and the right side of the device. There is nothing on the front.

rkm front

The right side houses the power button, two USB 2.0 ports and an audio jack.

rkm right

On the rear you will find two additional USB 2.0 ports, RJ45 Ethernet port, DC in, HDMI out, Kensington lock and a microSD card reader.

rkm rear

It’s a clever design choice, because you can easily access the power button or plug something into one of the USB 2.0 ports on the side, or use a wired headset for Skype without having to mess around the rear of the device.

So what about build quality? While it doesn’t feature an all-metal chassis like some competitors, there is really not much to complain about. The plastic feels good and the “weighty” feeling helps as well. To be frank, it looks and feels like some much pricier mini PCs.

The design is rather conservative, but in case you want something flashier, Rikomagic says it will have a gold version as well.


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