A video-editing PC can run point-of-sale and stock software, but specialist graphics power brings little benefit to invoices or inventory. The bigger question is whether a creative workstation should also handle daily transactions. Separate business systems can reduce downtime, permissions risk and disruption during long exports.

Test the trading-day workload

The MINISFORUM NAB6 Lite with an Intel Core i5-12600H, 8GB memory and 512GB storage costs R4,150 in the verified facts. The UM750L with a Ryzen 5 processor, 16GB memory and 1TB storage costs R4,600. Check current stock, POS software support, ports, memory options and warranty. A dedicated compact PC may be easier to replace than a creator workstation.

The GEEKOM A8 Max with 32GB memory and a 1TB SSD costs R12,900 if heavier office workloads need more capacity. Its creative suitability still depends on application and display requirements. Confirm current specifications before choosing it for two roles.

Open the till, scan or enter sample items, update stock and print a test receipt while normal network sync runs. Then simulate a video export on the shared machine. Choose one PC only when transactions remain responsive and staff accounts stay separate. Keep encrypted backups and a written fallback for sales when the system needs maintenance.

Test staff sign-in and sign-out so one users permissions do not carry into the next shift.

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