Asus Unveils New Chromebox 4 with 10th Gen Intel Processors

Asus Chromebox 4 has been unveiled by the company as its new mini PC based on 10th-generation Intel processors. The Chromebox 4 appears quite similar to its predecessor, the Chromebox 3, that was unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) back in January 2018. 

However, the new model is an all-new machine internally — with 10th-generation Intel Core and Celeron processor options as well as Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. The Chromebox 4 also comes with Google Play support to allow access to Android apps. This is, however, quite common across other Chrome OS devices that support Android apps natively.

Asus Chromebox 4 specifications

Asus Chromebox 4 comes with a range of processor options that begin from Intel Celeron-5205U and go up to Core i7-10510U. There are also 4GB and 8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM RAM versions to choose from. You can pick 32GB or 64GB eMMC storage or go for its 128GB or 256GB M.2 SATA SSD option. The last-generation Chromebox had 8th-generation Intel Core processors, along with 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB RAM options and up to 256GB M.2 SATA SSD.

In terms of wireless connectivity, the new Chromebox comes with Wi-Fi 6 and dual-band Bluetooth 5.0 support. There are also two USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, one audio jack at the side, and up to three USB 3.1 Gen 2, one USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, two HDMI 1, one LAN (RJ45) port at the back. The machine also includes a DC-in port for power and a Kensington Lock for physical security.

The Chromebox 4 supports up to three 4K displays. The presence of the USB Type-C port also brings USB Power Delivery and DisplayPort connectivity support. Additionally, there is a VESA mount with a screw-in rubber barrier that lets you attach the Chromebox 4 to a monitor to build a customised all-in-one PC-like experience.

Asus Chromebox 4 measures 148.5x148.5x40mm. This is identical to the Chromebox 3. Both previous and new generation Chromebox models weigh the same, at one kilogram.

Asus Chromebox 4 price

Asus Chromebox 4 price starts at $289 in the US. The device will go on sale in the country in December, though there is no word on its availability in global markets.

November 20, 2020