The GMKtec NucBox G3S is a compact mini PC powered by the Intel N95 processor (up to 3.4 GHz), with up to 16 GB DDR4 RAM and dual M.2 SSD expansion. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Celeron N5095A, a 4-core fanless-class-style compact PC with a similar entry-level Intel processor and a higher RAM and storage ceiling.
GMKtec G3S vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| GMKtec NucBox G3S | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel N5095A | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel N95 (up to 3.4 GHz) | Intel N5095A (up to 2.9 GHz) | Intel Core i3-1315U (up to 4.5 GHz) |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 4 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB DDR4 | 8 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Dual M.2 SSD expansion; 512 GB SSD in listed configuration | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | WiFi connectivity | Dual Band WiFi / No WiFi options | Dual Band WiFi / No WiFi options |
| Display Outputs | Dual HDMI, 4K | Not stated | Not stated |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Not stated | Not stated |
| Operating System | Not stated | DOS | DOS |
Key differences
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Higher memory ceiling: Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB DDR4 RAM, against the G3S maximum of 16 GB.
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More processor cores: The Thinvent Treo with Core i3-1315U offers 6 cores, while the G3S processor core count is not stated.
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Larger storage range: Thinvent Treo supports SSDs up to 2 TB in its listed configurations.
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Trade-off: The GMKtec G3S Intel N95 is a newer-generation processor with a higher maximum clock speed (up to 3.4 GHz) than the N5095A (up to 2.9 GHz), and it lists dual 4K HDMI output and Gigabit Ethernet, which are not stated for the Thinvent Treo.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the GMKtec NucBox G3S if you want a compact mini PC with dual 4K HDMI output and a newer Intel N95 processor for light desktop and multimedia tasks. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, a wider storage range, or a higher-performance Intel Core i3 option for demanding workloads.
