14 DAY TRIAL // All-in-One computers didn't get released in very great number at the Consumer Electronics Show this year (CES 2015), as there seemed to be more emphasis on storage devices and memory. That doesn't mean their time has passed, however, as MSI is now showing.
Micro-Star International has a special place in its heart for all-in-one computers, evident from how at least two of them are launched at any given time, with few exceptions.
Such is the case now. MSI has formally released the Adora20 5M and AE200 5M 19.5-inch all-in-one PCs, as well as the AE220 5M 21.5-inch model.
Interestingly enough, the 19.5-inch and 21.5-inch AE200 5M and AE220 5M PCs have the same specifications, other than the different sizes of course, while the Adora20 5M stands apart from them.
The AE2x0 systems rely on the AMD E2-6110 and A4-6210 Quad Core APUs, respectively, while the Adroa20 5M runs on an AMD SoC.
The AE2x0 all-in-one systems
The APUs at the heart of these computers are AMD Beema models based on the previous-generation Kabini, but with 20% lower power consumption and new AMD Radeon R2 and R3 built-in graphics.
The performance is 10% better in multimedia and 3D games (though you shouldn't try anything too demanding).
The 21.5-inch AE200 5M utilizes a 1920 x 1080 pixel display with multi-touch and anti-glare coating. It also has anti-flicker and Less Blue Light technology, to make it easy on the eyes. It reduces the strain and allows you to last for longer in front of the PC.
The 19.5-inch AE200 5M has a 1600 x 900 pixel screen, but keeps all the other good stuff, including the Less Blue Light.
LBL reduces blue light intensity by up to 75%. It will affect image hues somewhat, but will cut harmful eye strain by a lot.
Storage comes in the form of a 500 GB or 1 TB SATA III HDD, while I/O and Internet options are what you'd expect of any desktop.
The MSI Adora20 5M
This computer measures 19.5 inches and has the same screen as the AE200 5M: 1600 x 900, multi-touch with anti-glare, Anti-Flicker technology and Less Blue Light. The anti-glare coating is optional though, if you want to save money. Storage is provided by a 2.5-inch SSD.
