Looking to use Linux as OS in STB media streaming device. So many to choose from (and many suck). Can anyone recommend a good Linux "mini PC" XBMC video box?

Was hoping to buy a 4GB RAM 32GB/SSD "mini pc" set-top box to decode/play media files. SO many options but many look good on paper but actually suck. It's almost impossible to buy a good one (here's my eBay seach) without an expert opinion. Ultimately, I'd love something that can run Ubuntu or Mint (or even dual boot between that and Android). Anyone have any recommendations? The hardware out there is ridiculous, and even if you get the best specs, you might be stuck without updates and no firmwares, etc. Any help appreciated.

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