The Fujitsu Futro S720 is a thin client built on the AMD G-series GX-217GA dual-core processor, with up to 4 GB of RAM, up to 64 GB of mSATA storage, Wi-Fi and eLux RP Linux. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client, which uses an ARM Cortex A53 processor from the Rockchip RK3528 chip, with Wi-Fi 6 and Thinux™ Embedded Linux.
Fujitsu Futro S720 vs Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client
| Specification | Fujitsu Futro S720 | Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD G-series GX-217GA | ARM Cortex A53 (Rockchip RK3528) |
| Cores | 2 | 4 |
| RAM | Up to 4 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | Up to 64 GB mSATA | 16 GB eMMC |
| Form Factor | Thin Client | Thin Client |
| Operating System | eLux RP (Embedded Linux) | Thinux™ Embedded Linux |
| Wireless | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 (optional) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), dual band, Bluetooth 5 |
| Displays | 2 | 1 HDMI 2.0 |
| Cooling | Passive cooling | Fanless passive cooling |
Key differences
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The Micro 5R has 4 cores against the Futro S720's 2 cores.
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The Micro 5R includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 as standard. The Futro S720 lists its wireless module as an optional add-on.
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The Futro S720 can drive 2 displays. The Micro 5R has a single HDMI 2.0 output.
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The Futro S720 supports up to 4 GB of RAM, which is more than the Micro 5R's 2 GB.
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The Futro S720 supports up to 64 GB of mSATA storage. The Micro 5R has 16 GB of eMMC storage.
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The Micro 5R runs Thinux™ Embedded Linux, and the buyer has no other operating system choice. The Futro S720 runs eLux RP.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Fujitsu Futro S720 if you need two displays or more RAM for server-based computing and desktop virtualization. Choose the Thinvent Micro 5R if you need a compact, fanless thin client with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth and four cores on a single display.
