The Geekom Mini IT11 (GM11i7T) is a compact mini PC with an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11390H processor, up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 2 TB M.2 SSD. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which also has 64 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD and dual-band Wi-Fi. Both are mini PCs built for desktop and office use.
Geekom Mini IT11 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i7-1255U)
| Feature | Geekom Mini IT11 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-11390H | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores / 8 threads | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | M.2 2280 slot plus 2.5" SATA bay, up to 2 TB | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
| Ethernet | 1 x 1GbE | 2 x 1000 Mbps |
| Displays | HDMI 2.0, Mini DisplayPort 1.4 | HDMI, VGA |
| USB | 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB-C USB4 | 2 x USB 3.2, front USB 2.0 ports |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo has 2 Ethernet ports, while the Geekom Mini IT11 has 1.
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The Thinvent Treo's i7-1255U has 10 cores, against 4 cores in the Geekom Mini IT11's i7-11390H.
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The Thinvent Treo lets buyer choose from six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux and Thinux™ Embedded Linux.
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The Geekom Mini IT11 has Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and the Thinvent Treo has Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band.
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The Geekom Mini IT11 has a 2.5-inch SATA drive bay in addition to its M.2 slot. The Thinvent Treo has an M.2 slot for its SSD.
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We could not confirm the Geekom Mini IT11's operating system from the facts available.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Geekom Mini IT11 if you need Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 and a 2.5-inch SATA drive bay for extra storage. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more cores, two Ethernet ports, or a choice of operating system, including Linux options.
