Updated September 30, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
Blackview vs Minisforum
Where Blackview and Minisforum differ
| Compare | Blackview ReviewVisitVisit | Minisforum ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €149.95 | $194.90 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 yearsHigher |
| Most memory (GB) | 64 | 128Higher |
| Markets | DE, FR, IT, PT | DE, FR, GB, HK, JP, KR, RU, US |
| Build to order | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Return window (30 days).
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Key differences
- Minisforum scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Warranty is higher at Minisforum: 2 years vs 1 year.
- Most memory (GB) is higher at Minisforum: 128 vs 64.
- Support channels: only Blackview offers Chat.
- Products: only Blackview offers New phones, Rugged phones.
- Products: only Minisforum offers Mini pc, Gaming pc.
- Operating systems: only Blackview offers Android.
- Operating systems: only Minisforum offers Windows.
- Graphics: only Minisforum offers Nvidia, Amd.
- Markets: only Blackview offers IT, PT.
Our verdict on each
Blackview
Blackview suits shoppers who want new and rugged Android phones from a store that also sells audio, gaming and computers, and who value a long returns window over the lowest ticket. Entry sits at €149.95, with an overall score of 9.1 across the categories it sells.
Minisforum
Minisforum suits buyers who want a single maker for both a compact mini PC and a full gaming PC, and who pick a spec at checkout rather than take a fixed build. Entry pricing of $194.90 is competitive rather than the lowest here.
Score breakdown
| Area | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Entry price of €149.95 sits above Oukitel at $107.99, so the case rests on range, not the lowest ticket. | 9.8HigherEntry price of $194.90 ranks 14 of 34 brands, mid field rather than bargain end. |
| Offer | 9.4HigherReturns run 30 days and warranty 12 months, with free delivery that has no minimum spend to clear. | 9.2Builds to order, returns of 30 days and memory reaching 128 GB give more room than a fixed spec box. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.3Cover of 2 years and support on email, phone and help centre sit behind a company founded in 2018. |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Desktops and mini PCs | 2 of 62 | 34 of 62 |
By the numbers
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Return window | 30 days | 30 days |
| Most memory (GB) | 64 | 128 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Hong Kong | China |
Where these facts come from
Blackview
- store.blackview.hk: 5 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- support.blackview.hk: 3 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- blackview.hk: 2 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Minisforum
- minisforum.com: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Products | New phones, Rugged phones | Mini pc, Gaming pc |
| Operating systems | Android | Windows |
| Graphics | Intel | Nvidia, Amd, IntelCovers more |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Meigao Innovation Technology (Shen Zhen) Co., Ltd |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong | China |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2018 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community |
Headphones and speakers
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Noise cancelling | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Battery life | 30 hours | Not confirmed |
| Bluetooth codecs | Aac | Not confirmed |
| Multi-room | No | Not confirmed |
| IP rating | IPX7 | Not confirmed |
Monitors and peripherals
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Highest refresh rate (Hz) | 60 | Not confirmed |
| Panel types | Ips | Not confirmed |
| Wireless peripherals | Yes | Not confirmed |
Gaming gear
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Standalone | Not confirmed |
Electronics stores
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Departments | Computers, Phones, Audio, Gaming, Refurbished | Not confirmed |
| Free delivery threshold | €0 | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Blackview | Minisforum | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
| Return window | 30 daysat the median | 30 daysat the median | 30 days |
| Most memory (GB) | 64at the median | 128above the median | 64 |
Median across 45 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Blackview
Pros
- Returns of 30 days rank near the top of the brands tracked, at 2 of 42.
- Support covers email, phone, chat, the help centre and the community through email, phone and chat, so replies can come by whichever route suits.
- Store categories span computers, phones and audio, so phones, audio, gaming and computers sit together.
Cons
- Entry price of €149.95 sits above Oukitel at $107.99, so it is not the cheapest way in.
- Warranty of 12 months places Blackview mid-table on cover length, at 12 of 33.
- Multiroom is a no, so the audio range does not cover whole-home linking.
Minisforum
Pros
- A single maker covers both a mini PC and a gaming PC, so you can change size without changing brand.
- Build to order is a yes, so memory and chip choices are made when you buy rather than fixed in advance.
- Memory reaches 128 GB, which keeps a compact machine useful for heavier work later on.
Cons
- Machines come with Windows, so anyone after a different desktop has to install it after delivery.
- Cover is 2 years, which is modest for a machine bought with the intention of keeping it for years.
- A return window of 30 days is brief next to a machine that needs time to settle in.
Who each suits
Blackview
Who it suits
- Shoppers buying a rugged phone and expecting a straightforward returns window
- Buyers who want phones, audio, gaming and computers under the same roof
- Android users happy with Android as the only platform
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers on the tightest budget, who may find Oukitel cheaper at $107.99
- Shoppers who want foldables or refurbished handsets, since Mozillion lists new phones, refurbished phones and foldables
- Audio buyers who need multiroom linking, since multiroom is a no here
Minisforum
Who it suits
- Buyers who want a compact PC and a full gaming machine from the same brand.
- People who would rather choose memory and graphics options at checkout than take a fixed spec.
- Anyone who values a configurable build and a returns window over the lowest sticker price.
Who should look elsewhere
- Laptop buyers, who will find laptop, gaming laptop and desktop a closer fit at Scan.
- Shoppers after a full-size gaming box with no mini PCs, where Corsair lists gaming pc only.
- Buyers who want a tower desktop rather than a compact case, since CyberPowerPC lists laptop, gaming laptop and desktop and no mini PC.
Current offers
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Country by country
| Country | Blackview | Minisforum |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | No | Yes |
| Canada | No | Yes |
| France | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| Hong Kong | No | Yes |
| Japan | No | Yes |
| South Korea | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
8 of 9 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Blackview
What does a Blackview phone cost at the entry price?+
Phones start at €149.95. That is the lowest figure across the smartphone range, and it sits above Oukitel at $107.99. Buyers shopping purely on the entry ticket will find cheaper options elsewhere, while those weighing the full range have more to pick from here.
How long do I have to return a Blackview handset?+
Returns run 30 days from the refund policy, which places Blackview at 2 of 42 brands tracked. That is among the longer windows in the group, and it gives room to change your mind after a handset arrives rather than rushing a decision on the day of delivery.
Minisforum
How much does a Minisforum PC cost?+
The cheapest Minisforum machine is listed at $194.90. That is the entry point for the range rather than a mid-range figure, and it is worth holding next to Corsair, Scan and CyberPowerPC before you commit. Because Minisforum builds to order, the spec you pick at checkout is what you pay for in the box.
Which operating system do Minisforum PCs run?+
Minisforum machines run Windows. If you are used to a different desktop, you would be starting fresh and installing your own system after delivery. It is worth settling that before you buy, because it changes which software you can expect to open straight away.
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