The Igel Thin Client OS runs on the 60IGq Series, a compact mini thin client built around an Intel J4105 quad-core processor with up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. Its fanless, small-footprint design suits deployments such as pfSense firewall appliances. The closest Thinvent alternatives are the Thinvent Treo Mini PC models with Intel Celeron N5095A (4 cores, 8GB RAM, 2TB SSD) and Intel Core i3 processors, which offer more memory and storage headroom.
Igel Thin Client OS vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Igel 60IGq Series Thin Client | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Celeron N5095A | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel J4105 Quad Core 1.5GHz (2.5GHz Burst) | Intel Celeron N5095A (up to 2.9 GHz) | Intel Core i3-1215U (up to 4.4 GHz) |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores | 4 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Std 4GB, Max 8GB | 8GB DDR4 | Up to 64GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Std 8GB, Max 256GB | Up to 2TB SSD | Up to 2TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | IGEL OS | DOS | DOS |
| Wireless | Optional (802.11ac external antenna) | Dual band Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi | Dual band Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 (fiber optional) | Not stated | Dual LAN on selected SKUs |
| Weight | 3.53 lbs (1.6 kg) | Not stated | Not stated |
| Operating Temp. | 0°–35°C, 20–80% non-condensing humidity | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC models support up to 64GB RAM, against the 60IGq's 8GB maximum, giving more room for virtualisation and multitasking.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC models support up to 2TB SSD, against the 60IGq's 256GB maximum.
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The Thinvent Treo Core i3-1215U model offers 6 cores against the J4105's 4 cores.
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The Igel 60IGq ships with IGEL OS and is designed as a managed endpoint, with optional TPM 2.0, optional TAA compliance and optional port-on-foot expansion (COM and parallel); these options are not listed for the Thinvent Treo.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC ships with DOS and is supplied without an operating system licence for IGEL OS, so IGEL OS is not included.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Igel 60IGq Series if you need a managed thin client preloaded with IGEL OS, with the optional TPM 2.0, TAA compliance and port-on-foot expansion. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM and storage headroom for demanding workloads such as larger pfSense deployments or multi-VM setups.
