The Asus ProArt PA90 is a compact creator-focused mini PC built around 9th Gen Intel Core processors, NVIDIA Quadro graphics and a triple-storage design, supporting up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory. The closest Thinvent alternatives are the Thinvent Treo Mini PC range, which offers Intel Core processors from 12th to 14th generation with up to 64 GB of DDR4 or DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
Asus ProArt PA90 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Asus ProArt PA90 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i9-9900K / i7-9700K (9th Gen) | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 10 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | 8 GB, up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 2.5" HDD up to 1 TB, M.2 SSD up to 512 GB | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC, curved cylindrical chassis | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Graphics | NVIDIA Quadro P4000 / P2000 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Wireless | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual Band WiFi (or No WiFi variant) | Dual Band WiFi (or No WiFi variant) |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro / Home | DOS | DOS |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo systems offer processors from the 12th to 14th generation, newer than the 9th Gen Intel Core processors in the Asus ProArt PA90.
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Thinvent Treo systems support up to 2 TB of SSD storage, while the Asus ProArt PA90 supports M.2 SSDs up to 512 GB plus a 2.5" HDD up to 1 TB.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P provides 12 cores, compared with the processors listed for the Asus ProArt PA90.
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The Asus ProArt PA90 includes NVIDIA Quadro graphics, which the Thinvent Treo range does not list. Choose the Asus model if dedicated Quadro graphics for CAD workloads is a requirement.
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Thinvent Treo systems are available with the operating system set to DOS, while the Asus ProArt PA90 ships with Windows 10.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Asus ProArt PA90 if you need NVIDIA Quadro graphics with ISV certification for CAD applications. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a newer Intel Core processor, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage in a compact mini PC.
