What Is a Mini PC?
A mini PC is a small desktop computer built on a compact board and chassis. It has a full processor, memory, storage and video output, but takes up far less space than a tower PC. Mini PCs are used as desktop computers, kiosk and signage players, embedded controllers and light office systems. Thinvent builds mini PCs in several processor families, so buyers can match the processor to the workload.
Key Specifications
Thinvent mini PCs differ mainly in processor, memory and storage. The range includes:
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Intel Core i7-1255U, i5-1335U, i5 120U and Core Ultra 5 125U for multi-tasking and business applications, with 10 to 12 cores.
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Intel Core i3-1215U with 6 cores and up to 4.4 GHz for everyday office work.
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Intel Celeron N5095A with 4 cores and up to 2.9 GHz for basic desktop and light tasks.
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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U with 6 cores and up to 4.3 GHz for general computing and graphics-light work.
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ARM Cortex-A55 with 4 cores and up to 1.9 GHz on the Micro 6 Pro, with 4 GB onboard RAM and 32 GB eMMC storage, for embedded Linux systems.
Memory options run from 4 GB to 16 GB. Desktop models use DDR4 RAM, and the Core Ultra 5 model uses DDR5. Storage is 128 GB to 512 GB SSD.
Connectivity and Operating Systems
Some models include Dual Band WiFi, and others have no WiFi. The Core i7-1255U model adds Dual LAN, and the Core Ultra 5 model also has Dual LAN. Operating systems include Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux and Thinux Embedded Linux on the ARM model.
Mini PC Comparison
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | RAM | Storage | Operating System |
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| Aero | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro / Ubuntu |
| Aero | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 16 GB DDR5 | 256 GB SSD | Ubuntu Linux |
| Treo | Intel Celeron N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 GB DDR4 | 128 GB SSD | Ubuntu Linux |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 8 GB or 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB or 512 GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex-A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 4 GB onboard | 32 GB eMMC | Thinux Embedded Linux |
Use Cases
Choose a mini PC with an Intel Core or AMD Ryzen processor for office work, multi-tasking and business software. Choose an entry-level Celeron model for basic desktop use. Choose the ARM-based Micro 6 Pro for embedded and dedicated-function Linux systems.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has mini PCs in the Aero, Treo and Micro 6 Pro lines, covering Intel Core, Intel Celeron, AMD Ryzen and ARM processors. Each model is sold with a matched power adapter and a choice of operating system.
