The Igel UD2 is a slim endpoint built around an Intel Atom x5-E8000 quad-core processor, 2 GB of DDR3L RAM and 8 GB of onboard eMMC flash, designed for virtual desktops and cloud workspaces when paired with IGEL Workspace Edition. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent® Treo Mini PC with Intel Celeron N5095A, which offers a quad-core Intel processor with up to 8 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage in a compact mini PC form factor.
Igel UD2 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Celeron N5095A
| Igel UD2 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Celeron N5095A | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Atom x5-E8000 | Intel Celeron N5095A | Intel Core i3-1215U |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores | 4 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | 2 GB DDR3L | Up to 8 GB DDR4 (4 GB to 32 GB range offered in the line) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 8 GB eMMC | Up to 2 TB SSD (128 GB to 2 TB range) | Up to 2 TB SSD (128 GB to 2 TB range) |
| Form Factor | Slim endpoint, VESA mount option | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics, 128 to 512 MB shared memory | Not stated | Not stated |
| Display Ports | 2x DisplayPort 1.1a | Not stated | Not stated |
| Operating System | IGEL OS 11 (license activation required) | DOS (other OS options not stated) | DOS (other OS options not stated) |
| Weight | 0.68 kg without foot stand | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC models offer RAM up to 64 GB, against the 2 GB of the Igel UD2.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC models offer SSD storage from 128 GB up to 2 TB, against the 8 GB eMMC of the Igel UD2.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1215U provides a 6-core processor, against the 4 cores of the Igel UD2.
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The Igel UD2 is a slim endpoint with a VESA mount option and 5 USB ports, while the Thinvent Treo Mini PC is supplied as a mini PC.
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The Igel UD2 is managed through IGEL Universal Management Suite, which is a core part of its platform, while Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are supplied with DOS or other operating system options as listed.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Igel UD2 if you are standardising on IGEL Workspace Edition and IGEL Universal Management Suite for cloud access and virtual desktops. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, larger SSD storage and a choice of Intel Celeron or Core processors for workloads beyond thin client access.
