The Gigabyte BRIX GB-BKi3HA-7100 is a compact 0.6-litre mini PC barebone with two DDR4 memory slots supporting up to 32 GB and SATA III storage. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with an Intel Core i3-1315U, which offers a similar compact form factor with a larger memory range and a choice of Wi-Fi configurations.
Gigabyte BRIX GB-BKi3HA-7100 vs Thinvent Aero Mini PC
| Specification | Gigabyte BRIX GB-BKi3HA-7100 | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U |
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| Processor | Not stated | Intel Core i3-1315U (6 cores, up to 4.5 GHz) | Intel Core i3-1215U (6 cores, up to 4.4 GHz) |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 6 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | DDR4, 2 slots, up to 32 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | SATA III, HDD & SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | 0.6 L compact barebone | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band, or no Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band, or no Wi-Fi |
Key differences
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Thinvent Aero Mini PC models support RAM up to 64 GB, double the 32 GB maximum stated for the Gigabyte BRIX GB-BKi3HA-7100.
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Thinvent Aero Mini PC models support SSD storage up to 2 TB, while the Gigabyte listing confirms SATA III support but does not state a maximum capacity.
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Thinvent Aero Mini PC models are supplied as complete systems with Intel Core i3 processors, while the Gigabyte BRIX is a barebone that requires customers to add processor, memory and storage.
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The Gigabyte BRIX is a 0.6 L compact design; the Thinvent Aero Mini PC is also a mini PC form factor, so both suit space-constrained desks.
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Thinvent Aero Mini PC models offer a choice of dual-band Wi-Fi 5 or no Wi-Fi, letting buyers select the configuration they need.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Gigabyte BRIX GB-BKi3HA-7100 if you want a compact barebone to build around your own processor, memory and storage. Choose the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U if you want a ready-to-use compact system with up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage.
