If it isn’t, a cheap RAM or SSD upgrade will probably fix that. The HP Stream Mini isn’t a powerhouse, but you get a lot for what you pay for.

I'm considering getting an HP Stream mini, but the 2.5" bay requires a proprietary SATA cable that is not included, as the Ars review points out. However, as near as I can tell from googling, the ...

HP is also launching the nearly identical Pavilion Mini which doubles the RAM to 4GB, packs a Pentium 3558U processor, and swaps out the Stream Mini’s 32GB M.2 SSD for a 500GB hard drive.

HP Editor's note, September 29, 2014: This review has been updated with information about new models and screen sizes. HP has expanded its Stream lineup with four new models, in addition to the ...