The Asus PN62 is an Intel Core i7 mini PC that runs Windows 11 Pro, supports up to 64 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, includes Wi-Fi, and can drive up to four displays. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which also runs Windows 11 Pro, supports up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, and includes dual-band Wi-Fi 5.
Asus PN62 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i7-1255U)
| Asus PN62 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | |
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| Processor | Intel Core i7 (10th Gen, i7-10710U) | Intel Core i7-1255U (12th Gen) |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | Up to 1024 GB | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro. Also available: Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (Intel) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
| Ethernet | 1 port (2.5G LAN) | 2 ports (Dual LAN, 1000 Mbps) |
| Displays | Up to 4 | HDMI and VGA (2 outputs) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo has two Ethernet ports, while the Asus PN62 has one.
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 2 TB of SSD storage, while the Asus PN62 supports up to 1 TB.
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The Thinvent Treo can be bought with Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, or without an operating system, in addition to Windows 11 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo has a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1255U processor with 10 cores. The Asus PN62 uses a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor.
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The Asus PN62 can drive up to four displays and has Wi-Fi 6, which the Thinvent Treo does not. The Thinvent Treo has HDMI and VGA outputs and dual-band Wi-Fi 5.
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The Asus PN62 has a 2.5-inch drive bay for an extra HDD or SSD. The Thinvent Treo has an M.2 slot for its SSD.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Asus PN62 if you need Wi-Fi 6, support for four displays, or its 2.5-inch drive bay. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a newer 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, up to 2 TB of SSD storage, two Ethernet ports, or an operating system other than Windows 11 Pro.
