The Acer Veriton Desktop is a compact business desktop built around a 12th Gen Intel Core i3-12100 processor, Intel UHD Graphics 730, 8 GB DDR4 RAM and 512 GB storage, running Windows 11 Home in a 15.7-litre chassis. For a similar compact desktop form factor with an Intel 12th Gen Core i3 class processor, the closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1215U, which offers up to 64 GB RAM and up to 2 TB SSD.
Acer Veriton Desktop vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Acer Veriton Desktop | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-12100 | Intel Core i3-1215U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 6 cores |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR4 | 4 GB to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Compact desktop, 15.7 L | Mini PC |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | Not stated |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | DOS |
| Wireless | Not stated | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band (or No WiFi option) |
Key differences
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Thinvent offers RAM up to 64 GB, compared with the 8 GB standard memory of the Acer Veriton Desktop.
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Thinvent offers storage up to 2 TB SSD, compared with the 512 GB configuration of the Acer Veriton Desktop.
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The Acer Veriton Desktop ships with Windows 11 Home, while the Thinvent Treo Mini PC is supplied with DOS.
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The Acer Veriton Desktop has a larger chassis at 15.7 litres, while the Thinvent Treo Mini PC is a compact mini PC.
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The Acer Veriton Desktop lists Intel UHD Graphics 730, and the Thinvent Treo Mini PC's graphics are not stated.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Acer Veriton Desktop if you want a ready-to-use desktop with Windows 11 Home and an 8 GB, 512 GB configuration for everyday office work. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a compact mini PC with more memory and storage headroom, up to 64 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD.
