Small Form Factor i3 Desktop

Small Form Factor i3-14100 Desktop PC – Built in the UK

The Small Form Factor i3 Desktop is an entry-level compact desktop PC for home offices, small businesses and classrooms that need a proper desktop in a small space.

This small form factor i3-14100 desktop PC brings an Intel 14th Generation Core i3 processor and standard micro-ATX desktop components into a black In Win CJ708 8L chassis only 95mm wide. It suits home offices, small businesses and classrooms where desk space is limited but the convenience and performance of a full desktop PC is still needed. The PC is built to order, so you can change parts in the configurator to suit your workload, and the estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order.

The Small Form Factor i3 Desktop is built on an Intel Core i3-14100 processor with 4 cores and 8 threads, running at 3.5GHz base and up to 4.7GHz turbo, with integrated Intel graphics. It has 8GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory and a 500GB M.2 NVMe SSD, on a Gigabyte H610M-S2H V3 motherboard with a 265W 80 Plus Bronze power supply. The default build has no operating system, and every system carries a 3-year parts and labour warranty.

Intel Core i3-14100 processor

The Intel Core i3-14100 is a 14th Generation LGA1700 processor with 4 cores, 8 threads and 12MB of L3 cache. Its 3.5GHz base clock and 4.7GHz maximum turbo give responsive performance for everyday office, study and home use, and it offers good value for money. It is a standard desktop processor, not a low-power mobile chip, so you get the same socket and motherboard type as a full-size tower in a fraction of the space. The CPU is cooled by the Intel standard air cooler. It is not an overclockable processor, which suits a PC built for steady daily work.

Memory and 500GB NVMe SSD storage

The default build has 8GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory, fitted as a single 8GB module. The Gigabyte H610M-S2H V3 board has two DIMM slots and supports up to 64GB, so one slot is free for adding memory later. The operating system and applications run from a 500GB M.2 NVMe SSD, which keeps start-up and application loading quick. The drive is a PCIe 4.0 model, but the M.2 slot on the H610 motherboard is PCIe 3.0 x4, so in this build it runs at PCIe 3.0 speeds. There is no optical drive.

Integrated graphics and multi-monitor support

There is no separate graphics card. The display is driven by the Intel graphics built into the processor, which handles office software, web browsing, email and video playback. The motherboard provides one D-Sub (VGA) output, two DisplayPort 1.2 outputs and one HDMI 2.1 output, and the system supports up to three monitors. That is enough for a dual-screen desk or a classroom workstation without extra hardware. With no dedicated graphics card, this PC is not intended for graphics-heavy work such as 3D modelling or video editing.

In Win CJ708 8L small form factor chassis

The In Win CJ708 8L is a black solid steel small form factor chassis measuring 305mm deep, 95mm wide and 290mm high. Inside are standard micro-ATX components, which means a normal motherboard and memory rather than proprietary parts. Power comes from a 265W 80 Plus Bronze Flex ATX power supply built for this chassis. It is non-modular and sized for the integrated-graphics specification. Cooling is by the Intel standard CPU air cooler, and there is no liquid cooling.

Connectivity, ports and software

The front panel has 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 and a headphone/microphone combo jack. The rear has 2 x USB 5Gbps Type-A ports, 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports and a 1GbE Ethernet port using a Realtek controller. Audio is Realtek 7.1 HD Audio. There is no built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, so this PC connects by cable. If you need wireless, ask us before you order on 0151 317 9860.

The default build is supplied with no operating system, so you supply and install your own. No keyboard or mouse is included, and the Monitors and Keyboards & Mice buttons below link to suitable accessories. If you are buying for education use, please ask about our discounted education licences for Windows 11 for qualifying schools.

Ideal for

• Home offices that need a compact desktop PC with an NVMe SSD
• Small businesses and reception or admin desks where space is tight
• Schools, colleges and classrooms buying several space-saving PCs
• Family or home PCs for study, browsing, email and video calls
• Multi-screen desks using the DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA outputs

The Small Form Factor i3 Desktop is a well-balanced small form factor i3-14100 desktop PC: a capable 4-core, 8-thread Intel processor, a fast NVMe SSD and standard desktop components in a chassis just 95mm wide. It suits anyone who wants to save desk space without giving up the upgradeability of a normal desktop, including the free memory slot.

Built to order and tested in the UK by Punch Technology, every system comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty, backed by over 30 years of PC building experience. The estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order.

What is the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop best for?

The Small Form Factor i3 Desktop is primarily an everyday office, study and home-computing PC for people who want a full desktop in a very small footprint. The Core i3-14100 with its 4 cores and 8 threads, together with the 500GB NVMe SSD, keeps routine work responsive. The 8GB of memory is a sensible starting point for a single-user desk, and a second DIMM slot is free for more.

Typical tasks are word processing, spreadsheets, email, web-based business systems, web browsing and video calls, plus classroom and shared-workstation use. Up to three monitors can be connected through the D-Sub, DisplayPort and HDMI outputs, which suits reception desks, back-office staff and multi-screen study setups. It uses integrated graphics and ships without an operating system, so it is not meant for 3D modelling or video editing, and you will need your own operating system licence or one arranged with us.

Where does the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop sit in the range?

Below it, the Education mATX Desktop PC uses an AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT with 8GB of memory and a 240GB SATA SSD, and the Intel Core i5 Mini Education PC uses an Intel Core i5-12400 with 8GB of SO-DIMM memory and a 256GB NVMe SSD. Above it, the AMD Ryzen Business PC adds a Ryzen 5 5600GT, 16GB of memory and a 500GB NVMe SSD. The Core i5 Small Form Factor Education PC steps up to an Intel Core i5-14400 with 10 cores and 16GB of memory. Choose the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop when you want a compact Intel 14th Generation system with a 500GB NVMe SSD, and move up if you need more cores or memory.

Frequently Asked Questions

What software can the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop run?

It runs everyday office and business software comfortably, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, web browsers and video-calling tools. The Core i3-14100 has 4 cores and 8 threads, and the NVMe SSD keeps applications quick to open. Because it uses integrated Intel graphics, it is not aimed at software that needs a dedicated graphics card. The default build has no operating system, so you install your own.

Does the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop come with Windows, a keyboard and a mouse?

No. The default build is supplied with no operating system, and no keyboard or mouse is included. Qualifying schools can ask about our discounted education licences for Windows 11. Keyboards, mice and monitors are available from the accessory buttons on this page.

Can I add more memory to the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop?

Yes. The Gigabyte H610M-S2H V3 motherboard has two DDR4 DIMM slots and supports up to 64GB. The default 8GB is fitted as one module, so one slot is free for a second module.

Does the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop have Wi-Fi?

No. The default build has no built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and connects through its 1GbE Ethernet port. If you need wireless, ask us before ordering on 0151 317 9860.

Who is this PC best suited for?

It is best suited to home office workers, small businesses, schools and families who need a compact desktop PC for office, study and everyday use. It particularly suits buyers with limited desk space who still want standard micro-ATX parts and a fast NVMe SSD. Buyers who need more cores or memory should look at the larger PCs in the range.

How many monitors can the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop run?

It supports up to three monitors using the integrated graphics. The motherboard has one D-Sub (VGA) output, two DisplayPort 1.2 outputs and one HDMI 2.1 output. Check that your monitors have a matching input, and use the Cables button on this page if you need adapters or leads.