HCL computers are a range of desktops and laptops, and the facts we could confirm list Intel Core i5 processors (2nd, 3rd Gen) with DOS as the operating system. The HCL Me Icon models in these facts are sold with 14 to 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 displays. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, which uses newer Intel Core i5 processors, supports up to 64 GB of RAM and has a 2 TB SSD.
HCL Computers vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | HCL Me Icon (Intel Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5 12th 1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5 14th 120U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-2450M (2nd Gen) / i5-3210M (3rd Gen) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core 5 120U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB | Up to 32 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Laptop | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | DOS | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Display | 14.0 to 15.6-inch, 1366 x 768 | Not applicable (mini PC, display not included) | Not applicable (mini PC, display not included) |
Key differences
-
The Thinvent Treo with Intel Core i5-1240P supports up to 64 GB of RAM, and the HCL Me Icon models in these facts list no RAM maximum.
-
Both Thinvent Treo SKUs in the table offer a 2 TB SSD, and the buyer can choose from six operating systems, including Windows 11 Pro and Ubuntu Linux. The HCL Me Icon models ship with DOS.
-
The Thinvent Treo with Intel Core i5-1240P uses a 12th Gen processor with 12 cores, which is newer than the 2nd and 3rd Gen processors listed for the HCL Me Icon models.
-
The HCL Me Icon models are laptops with built-in displays. The Thinvent Treo is a mini PC, so a monitor, keyboard and mouse are needed separately.
-
Both Thinvent Treo SKUs include a VESA mount and Dual LAN and Wi-Fi options vary by SKU.
Which one should you choose?
Choose an HCL laptop if you need a portable machine with a built-in 14 to 15.6-inch display and DOS. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a compact desktop system with newer Intel Core i5 processors, larger RAM and SSD capacity, and a choice of operating systems. The Thinvent Treo is also suited to space-limited desks because it mounts on a VESA bracket.
