Best Mini PC for Self-Hosting
The best Thinvent mini PC for self-hosting is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC. It runs an Intel Celeron N5095A processor with 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz, and 4 MB cache. It includes 16 GB DDR4 RAM and a 1 TB SSD. Four cores and 16 GB of memory give it room for several services running at the same time.
Key Specifications
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Processor: Intel Celeron N5095A, 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz, 4 MB cache
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Memory: 16 GB DDR4 RAM
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Storage: 1 TB SSD
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Power: 12V 5A adapter
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Operating system: Windows 11 IoT, Windows 11 Pro, or Windows 11 Professional, depending on the model
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Wireless: The Treo does not include WiFi, so use a wired Ethernet connection
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Video output: 1 HDMI port
Use Cases
A self-hosting server runs services such as file storage, media servers, password managers, home automation, and private cloud apps. The Treo's 16 GB of memory and 1 TB SSD suit containers and virtual machines. Its wired-only networking suits a fixed server location.
Comparison: Thinvent Micro 6 Pro vs. Treo
| Feature | Micro 6 Pro | Treo |
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| Processor | ARM Cortex A55, 4 cores, up to 1.9 GHz | Intel N5095A, 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 32 GB eMMC | 1 TB SSD |
| WiFi | Dual antenna WiFi | None |
| OS | Thinux Embedded Linux | Windows 11 |
The Micro 6 Pro draws little power, but its 4 GB memory and 32 GB storage limit it to light tasks. The Treo has more memory, storage, and processing headroom for self-hosting.
Thinvent Mini PCs for Self-Hosting
Thinvent has the Treo Mini PC for self-hosting in several configurations: with or without a keyboard and mouse set, and with Windows 11 IoT, Windows 11 Pro, or Windows 11 Professional. The Thinvent Micro 6 Pro Mini PC is available for lighter, low-power workloads, with optional HDMI to VGA cable and VESA mount.
