The Ikon IKON (model IK-1028) is an Android tablet, not a desktop CPU or mini PC. It runs the Spreadtrum SC7731E processor with an ARM Mali T820 GPU and 2024MB of RAM. Its page does not list a fanless design or an Intel N100 processor. If you are looking for a compact, fanless Intel N100 mini PC for industrial computing, the Thinvent range offers alternatives built for that purpose. The closest Thinvent options are the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Celeron N5095A and the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with Intel Celeron N5095A, both sold with up to 32 GB of RAM.
Ikon IKON vs Thinvent Mini PCs
| Specification | Ikon IKON (IK-1028) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Celeron N5095A | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Celeron N5095A |
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| Device type | Android tablet | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Processor | Spreadtrum SC7731E | Intel Celeron N5095A | Intel Celeron N5095A |
| Cores | Not stated | 4 | 4 |
| Max frequency | Not stated | Up to 2.9 GHz | Up to 2.9 GHz |
| RAM | 2024MB | 8 GB (range 4 GB to 32 GB) | 8 GB (range 4 GB to 32 GB) |
| Storage | Not stated | 2 TB SSD maximum (128 GB to 2 TB) | 2 TB SSD maximum (32 GB to 2 TB) |
| Graphics | ARM Mali T820 (600 MHz) | Not stated | Not stated |
| Operating system | Android (launch version 29) | DOS | DOS |
| Form factor | Tablet | Mini PC | Mini PC |
Key differences
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Thinvent mini PCs use Intel processors built for desktop-class computing, while the IKON uses a Spreadtrum SoC designed for mobile devices.
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Thinvent Treo and Aero units offer RAM up to 32 GB, far above the IKON's 2024MB.
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Thinvent Treo and Aero units offer SSD storage up to 2 TB; the IKON's storage is not stated.
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The IKON is a touchscreen Android tablet with an 800x1280 display. Thinvent units are compact PCs intended for connection to external displays and peripherals.
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Thinvent units are sold with or without Dual Band Wi-Fi; the IKON's connectivity options are not stated.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the IKON if you need a portable Android tablet for browsing, apps and media. Choose a Thinvent mini PC if you need a compact Intel-based computer for industrial or business use with larger memory and storage options.
