Zotac Mek1

Overview

Good performance and low noise in a smart, slim case. Its raw CPU performance isn’t stellar, but it delivers the gaming goods

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TechSpot Metascore

Based on 7 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

3
Average:

2
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7.0

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Based on 42 reviews
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Last revision on February 1, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Exceptional performance
Good build quality
Partially upgradable
Good connectivity options
Lack of bloatware

Reviewers Didn't Like

Case feet are a pain to remove after installation
No extra HDD bays
LED lit accessories do not synchronize with case
M.2 heatsink miss-drilled

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Expert reviews and ratings

For an out-of-the-box gaming PC, the Zotac MEK1 does quite well. It packs some decent internals and ran through most games and benchmarks pretty well, making it an easy pick for anyone looking for a compact, first-time gaming PC.What we didn't like...

By TechRadar on May 22, 2018

The Zotac MEK1, with its compact form factor, is a great option for users who want high end gaming performance in a PC not much larger than a console.Pre-built PCs often come at a premium but we think the £1,399 asking price is reasonable for the...

By Kitguru.net on May 17, 2018

This stylish gaming PC from ZOTAC has some decent hardware, performs well, but doesn't seem to fill any particular hole in the market – so why buy one? Well, let's find out! Want one? Amazon: prourls.co/3qr2 Products shown provided by: ZOTAC - Patreon:...

By techteamgb.co.uk on May 04, 2018

The ZOTAC MEK1 Gaming PC Bundle has an MSRP of $1599.99/€1499.99 incl. 19% VAT. Exceptional performance Good build quality Good component quality Partially upgradable Fairly quiet Good connectivity options Lack of bloatware Small form factor Bundled...

By techPowerUp! on March 30, 2018

The Zotac MEK1 deploys a GTX 1070 Ti graphics card to deliver enough power for almost all gaming tasks. It loses points for versatility, but it remains an excellent option if you need a small, powerful gaming...

By Trusted Reviews on March 28, 2018

PricingThe Zotac MEK1 Gaming PC has a retail price in the region of £1400. While this is a lot of money, for the system you are getting the price is competitive and a fair reflection. With excellent gaming figures and powerful performance, you are...

By eTeknix on April 28, 2018

If you need a small, powerful gaming PC that's able to take on games with high settings at 1440p, the Mek1 is an impressive offering at $1,599 and earns our Editors' Choice award.$1599.99NeweggMORE: Best PC BuildsMORE: How To Build A...

By Tom's Hardware on April 23, 2018

The Zotac Mek1 is a fine first outing for Zotac in its endeavor to provide larger gaming PCs with desktop components at an affordable price point. Like most of Zotac's wares, its primary benefactor is the uninitiated gaming enthusiast; DIY gearheads...

By Tom's Hardware UK on April 23, 2018

Your gaming desktop doesn't need to be chunky. Zotac's debut gaming tower, the Mek1, is a slick, thin rig, armed with an Nvidia GTX 1070 Ti and a slew of surprisingly good peripherals. It's not as easy to upgrade as larger PCs (though it is possible), but it can match many of them in graphics muscle and won't take up nearly as much...

By Tom's Guide on February 04, 2018

We review six cheap gaming PCs – three Intel-based and three AMD – to find the best desktop PC at three different price points. AMD vs Intel is one of the technology world's biggest and oldest battlegrounds, with the firms trading blows in the CPU arena...

By Trusted Reviews on August 18, 2016

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