The ASUS Chromebox 3 is a small form factor mini PC from ASUS that is powered by Intel Celeron processors and built to run Chrome OS. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, which offers Intel Core processors, higher memory and storage limits, and a choice of Wi-Fi or no-Wi-Fi configurations.
ASUS Chromebox 3 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | ASUS Chromebox 3 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i5-1240P) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i3-1315U) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron (Core i3/i5/i7 options listed for CN65) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Chrome OS | DOS | DOS |
| Wireless | Not stated | Dual band Wi-Fi or No Wi-Fi | Dual band Wi-Fi or No Wi-Fi |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer memory up to 64 GB, compared with up to 16 GB listed for the ASUS Chromebox 3.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer storage up to 2 TB SSD, while the storage capacity of the ASUS Chromebox 3 is not stated.
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Thinvent Treo models with Intel Core i5-1240P provide 12 cores, a higher core count than the processors listed for the ASUS Chromebox 3.
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The ASUS Chromebox 3 runs Chrome OS, while Thinvent Treo Mini PCs ship with DOS, so the operating system choice is different.
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The ASUS Chromebox 3 is designed around Chrome OS automatic security updates, which may suit users who want a managed, web-first system.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS Chromebox 3 if you want a compact machine for web-based work that runs Chrome OS with built-in automatic software updates. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more memory, larger SSD storage, or a higher-core Intel Core processor for multitasking, business applications, or a custom operating system.
