What is an i5 SFF desktop?
An i5 SFF desktop is a small form factor (SFF) computer that uses an Intel Core i5 processor. SFF desktops are compact systems that take up less desk space than a traditional tower PC. The Core i5 is a mid-range processor family that suits office work, business applications, multitasking, and light creative work.
Thinvent's i5 mini PCs use Intel Core i5 processors from the 12th, 13th and 14th generations. The range includes the Intel Core 5 120U, Core i5-1335U and Core i5-1240P. The 120U and 1335U models have 10 cores and a maximum frequency of 4.6 to 5.0 GHz. The 1240P has 12 cores and a maximum frequency of 4.4 GHz. All models have 12 MB of cache.
Key specifications
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Processors: Intel Core 5 120U (14th gen), Core i5-1335U (13th gen), Core i5-1240P (12th gen)
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Cores: 10 or 12, depending on the processor
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Maximum frequency: 4.4 GHz to 5.0 GHz
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Cache: 12 MB
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Memory: 8 GB to 64 GB DDR4 RAM
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Storage: 256 GB to 1 TB SSD
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Power: 12V 7A or 12V 10A adapter
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Connectivity: Dual Band WiFi on selected models
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Operating systems: Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, or no OS
Comparison of processor options
| Processor | Generation | Cores | Max frequency | Cache |
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| Intel Core 5 120U | 14th | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB |
| Intel Core i5-1335U | 13th | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB |
| Intel Core i5-1240P | 12th | 12 | 4.4 GHz | 12 MB |
Use cases
Thinvent i5 SFF desktops suit office and business use, digital signage, kiosks, point-of-sale, industrial monitoring, and general computing. The compact size fits behind a monitor or inside a control cabinet. Models with 32 GB or 64 GB of RAM handle heavier multitasking and data work.
Thinvent products featuring i5 processors
Thinvent has two i5 mini PC lines. The Aero Mini PC is a compact desktop with models using the Core 5 120U and Core i5-1335U processors, 16 GB or 32 GB of RAM, and 256 GB or 512 GB SSD storage. The Treo Mini PC is available with Core 5 120U and Core i5-1240P and Core i5-1335U processors, up to 64 GB of RAM, and up to 1 TB SSD storage. Both lines are available with Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, or without an operating system.
