What Is a Compact PC Case?
A compact PC case is a small enclosure that holds a complete computer in a footprint much smaller than a standard desktop tower. The case houses the processor, memory, storage, and power supply on a small board. Compact cases suit desks, kiosks, digital signage, point-of-sale counters, and any location where space is limited.
Key Specifications
Thinvent compact PCs use a small chassis built around Intel and AMD processors. The range covers several processor families:
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Intel Core i3-1215U: 6 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 10 MB cache
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Intel Core i5-1335U: 10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Intel Core i7-1255U: 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Intel Core 5 120U: 10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Intel Core Ultra 5 125U: 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Intel Celeron N5095A: 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz, 4 MB cache
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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U: 6 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 16 MB cache
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ARM Cortex-A55: 4 cores, up to 1.9 GHz, 1 MB cache
Memory options run from 4 GB to 16 GB. Storage options run from 32 GB eMMC to 512 GB SSD. Power adapters range from 5V 2A to 19V 3A, 12V 5A and 12V 7A.
Comparison of Processor Families
| Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache | Typical Use |
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| Intel Celeron N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | Basic office tasks, kiosks |
| Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | Office and general computing |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | Multitasking and productivity |
| Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | Business and mixed workloads |
| Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | Demanding desktop work |
| Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | High-frequency desktop work |
| ARM Cortex-A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | Embedded and low-power devices |
Use Cases
Compact PCs fit in places where a full tower does not. Common uses include retail and point-of-sale terminals, digital signage players, office workstations, and industrial control panels. Models with dual LAN ports suit networked equipment. Models with dual band WiFi suit wireless deployments. Models without WiFi suit wired networks.
Thinvent Compact PC Range
Thinvent builds the Aero and Treo mini PC series in several processor, memory, storage and connectivity configurations. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex-A55 processor with Thinux embedded Linux for low-power embedded work. Choose a configuration by processor performance, memory, storage, and whether the system needs WiFi or dual LAN.
