The Asus VivoMini VC66 is a Mini-STX mini PC built around a 7th Generation Intel Core (Kaby Lake) processor, with DDR4 memory, 4K UHD display support and a modular storage design. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, which offers newer Intel Core processors, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, with dual-band Wi-Fi options.
Asus VivoMini VC66 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Asus VivoMini VC66 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | 7th Gen Intel Core (Kaby Lake), up to i7 (up to 4.2 GHz) | Intel Core i5-1240P (12th Gen) | Intel Core i5-1335U (13th Gen) |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz |
| RAM | DDR4 2400MHz | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | One M.2 SSD plus two 2.5-inch HDD/SSD bays, or one M.2 SSD, one 2.5-inch drive and an optical drive | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Compact 2-liter chassis, weighs 1.5 kg, Mini-STX motherboard | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | Dual Band WiFi or No WiFi options | Dual Band WiFi or No WiFi options |
| Display Support | 4K UHD via HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI-D | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Newer processors: The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is available with 12th, 13th and 14th Gen Intel Core processors, while the VC66 uses 7th Gen Intel Core.
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More memory: Thinvent Treo Mini PCs support up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM.
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Higher storage ceiling: Thinvent Treo Mini PCs support up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
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Wireless options: Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are offered with dual-band Wi-Fi or without Wi-Fi.
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Trade-off: The VC66 supports an optional optical disc drive in one configuration, which the Thinvent Treo Mini PC does not list.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Asus VivoMini VC66 if you need a compact PC with an optical drive option and a modular layout. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want newer Intel Core processors, more memory and larger SSD storage for business or industrial workloads.
