The Asus NUC 12 is a 4x4 inch mini PC built on 12th Gen Intel Core processors, with support for up to 64 GB of dual-channel memory. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which also supports up to 64 GB of RAM and a 2 TB SSD, and has a choice of operating systems.
Asus NUC 12 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Asus NUC 12 Pro (Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1235U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1235U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB dual-channel | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Massive SSD capacity | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC (4x4 inch) | Mini PC (199.5 x 181.5 x 29.5 mm) | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or no OS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or no OS) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P uses the same processor as the Asus NUC 12 Pro Core i5 configuration.
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Thinvent Treo has a choice of operating system: Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or no OS.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has dual Gigabit LAN ports and an RS485 option.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has an aluminium housing, is rated for 0°C to 40°C operation, and has a VESA mount.
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The Asus NUC 12 Pro has an optional 2.5-inch drive bay and an internal expansion bay on its tall kits, which the Thinvent Treo does not have. The Thinvent Treo has an M.2 slot for its SSD.
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We could not confirm the Asus NUC 12 Pro's core count or exact cache size from the available information.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Asus NUC 12 Pro if you need a tall kit with a 2.5-inch drive bay or an internal expansion bay. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want the same Intel Core i5-1240P processor and up to 64 GB of RAM with a choice of operating system, including Linux and embedded options, along with dual LAN ports.
