looks like the total power draw of an n100 mini pc is 8-27 watts total, while the pi is 4-9 watts but it has a faster cpu, better video decode, vastly better gpu and better compatibility, being x86.
Ultimately the decision is up to you, but i think that outwheighs the higher power costs.
Hydroquebec, alternative power practically doesn’t exist in quebev because hydroquebec kicks ass