The Asus VivoMini is a compact mini PC family, and the facts provided for it cover several configurations: the VC66-C with an Intel Core i5-8400 and integrated graphics, plus other VC66 variants. The closest Thinvent match for a space-efficient, desktop-class mini PC is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC range, which offers Intel Core i5 and i7 processors with up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
Asus VivoMini vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Asus VivoMini VC66-C | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1335U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 | Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz) | Intel Core i5-1335U (10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz) |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Not stated | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not stated | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual Band WiFi (on selected SKUs) | Dual Band WiFi (on selected SKUs) |
| Display output | DisplayPort, USB Type-C | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo offers RAM up to 64 GB, which gives room for heavier multitasking and virtual machines.
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Thinvent Treo offers SSD storage up to 2 TB across its configurations.
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The Asus VC66-C lists 802.11ac Wi-Fi with Bluetooth 5.0 and DisplayPort and USB Type-C connectivity, which are stated features of that model.
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The Thinvent Treo range offers a choice of 12th, 13th and 14th generation Intel processors, so buyers can match performance to their workload.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Asus VivoMini VC66-C if you want an Intel Core i5-8400 desktop-grade mini PC with DisplayPort and USB Type-C for a compact home or office setup. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need larger RAM and storage ceilings and a range of newer Intel processors.
