What Is an Intel Core i5 NUC-Class System?
An Intel Core i5 NUC-class system is a compact computer built around an Intel Core i5 processor. NUC is Intel's name for its small form-factor computer design, and the term is often used for any mini PC of similar size. Core i5 systems offer a balance of multi-core performance, power efficiency and cost for office, edge and embedded tasks.
Key Specifications
The Thinvent range uses 12th-, 13th- and 14th-generation Intel Core i5 processors. The table below lists the main specifications of the models in the range.
| Model type | Processor | Cores | Max frequency | Cache | RAM | Storage | Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i5-1240P | 12 | 4.4 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB or 32 GB DDR4 | 512 GB or 1 TB SSD | Dual Band or none |
| Aero Mini PC | Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band or none |
| Aero Mini PC | Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | None |
| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB or 32 GB DDR4 | 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB SSD | Dual Band or none |
| 15" Industrial Panel PC | Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band |
All models use a 12V 7A adapter. Operating system options include Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, DOS, or no operating system. The IPC5 with Dual LAN gives two wired network ports.
Use Cases
Core i5 mini PCs suit point-of-sale, kiosk and digital signage control, machine vision and factory data collection, and edge computing. The industrial models support continuous operation in space-limited installations. The Aero Mini PC suits office, reception and conference room use. The 15" Industrial Panel PC combines the processor with an integrated display for operator stations.
Thinvent Products Featuring Intel Core i5
Thinvent has Intel Core i5 systems in the IPC5 industrial PC, Aero Mini PC and 15" Industrial Panel PC families. Choose a model by processor generation, RAM, storage, wireless option and operating system to match your application.
