What Is a Mini PC?
A mini PC is a small desktop computer built on a compact board and enclosure. It has a processor, memory, storage, and network ports, and it runs a full operating system. Mini PCs take up little desk or rack space. They suit digital signage, kiosks, machine control, point of sale, and office use where a full tower PC is too large.
Key Specifications
Thinvent mini PCs fall into two families. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 cores, a maximum frequency of 1.9 GHz, and 1 MB of cache. It includes 4 GB of onboard RAM, 32 GB of eMMC storage, one HDMI port, and dual antenna WiFi. It runs Thinux embedded Linux.
The Treo uses an Intel N5095A processor from the 11th generation Celeron series. It has 4 cores, a maximum frequency of 2.9 GHz, and 4 MB of cache. It includes 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and 1 TB of SSD storage. It runs Windows 11 IoT or Windows 11 Pro. The Treo has no WiFi.
| Feature | Micro 6 Pro | Treo |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ARM Cortex A55 | Intel N5095A (Celeron) |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Max frequency | 1.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB |
| Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 32 GB eMMC | 1 TB SSD |
| WiFi | Dual antenna | None |
| Operating system | Thinux embedded Linux | Windows 11 IoT or Pro |
Use Cases and Applications
The Micro 6 Pro suits low-power, always-on tasks. These include signage playback, sensor gateways, and single-function control units. Its embedded Linux image and WiFi support remote deployment.
The Treo suits tasks that need Windows software and more storage. These include industrial HMI panels, kiosk software, and office workstations. Its 16 GB of memory and 1 TB SSD handle larger applications and data logs.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has mini PCs for both embedded Linux and Windows deployments. Choose the Micro 6 Pro for compact, low-power ARM-based systems. Choose the Treo for Intel-based systems with Windows 11 and larger storage. Both are available with optional keyboard and mouse sets, and the Micro 6 Pro is also available with a VESA mount and an HDMI to VGA cable.
