Ultra-Small Windows PCs: What They Are
An ultra-small PC is a compact desktop computer that runs full Windows 11 Professional in a chassis much smaller than a standard tower. Mini PCs of this type fit behind a monitor, on a VESA mount, or inside a control cabinet. They run the same Windows software as a full-size desktop.
Key Specifications
The Thinvent range covers Intel and AMD processors. Each model ships with Windows 11 Professional installed.
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Processors: Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz), Intel Core 5 120U (10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz), Intel Core i5-1335U (10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz), Intel Core i7-1255U (10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz), Intel Core i5-12450H (8 cores, up to 4.4 GHz), Intel N5095A (4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz), and AMD Ryzen 5 7430U (6 cores, up to 4.3 GHz).
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Memory: 8 GB to 64 GB, DDR4 or DDR5.
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Storage: 256 GB to 2 TB SSD.
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Networking: Dual LAN on selected models. Dual Band WiFi on selected models. Other models have no WiFi.
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Power: 12V or 19V external adapters, rated 3A to 7A.
Comparison of Processor Options
| Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache | Typical Use |
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| Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 12 MB | Office, multitasking |
| Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | General computing, industrial control |
| Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | Demanding industrial workloads |
| Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | Balanced performance |
| Intel Core i5-12450H | 8 | 4.4 GHz | 12 MB | Compact high-performance tasks |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | Efficient everyday computing |
| Intel N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | Light tasks, kiosks, signage |
Use Cases
Ultra-small Windows PCs suit digital signage, point-of-sale terminals, factory floor HMI, kiosks, classroom and meeting-room displays, and embedded control. Their small size lets them sit in tight spaces where a standard desktop does not fit.
Thinvent Mini PCs and Industrial PCs
Thinvent builds the Treo Mini PC, Aero Mini PC, and IPC5 Industrial PC with the processors above. Choose a Treo or Aero Mini PC for office and general desktop use, or an IPC5 for industrial and fixed-installation deployments. All models run Windows 11 Professional.
