The Intel NUC 9 Pro is a compact mini PC kit with an Intel processor, sold in a configuration with two M.2 SSD slots and support for Intel Optane memory. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which offers up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage, with Wi-Fi options available.
Intel NUC 9 Pro vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC Range
| Intel NUC 9 Pro | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Xeon (eight-core, per reviewed configuration) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i3-1215U |
| Cores/Threads | 8 cores (per reviewed configuration) | 12 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | 32 GB (reviewed configuration) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Two M.2 key M slots (42/80, 42/80/110), NVMe/AHCI or SATA3 | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Compact mini PC kit | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band, or No WiFi option | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band, or No WiFi option |
| Graphics | Discrete NVIDIA Quadro GPU (reviewed configuration) | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer RAM up to 64 GB, compared with the 32 GB of the reviewed Intel NUC 9 Pro configuration.
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The Thinvent Treo with Intel Core i5-1240P has 12 cores, giving a higher core count than the 8-core processor in the reviewed Intel NUC 9 Pro configuration.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are configurable with Wi-Fi 5 dual band or without wireless, letting buyers choose connectivity.
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The Intel NUC 9 Pro includes a discrete NVIDIA Quadro GPU in its reviewed configuration, which the Thinvent Treo listings do not state.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Intel NUC 9 Pro if you need a discrete NVIDIA Quadro GPU for creative or graphics workloads. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact system with up to 64 GB of RAM, a higher core count on the Core i5-1240P, and a choice of Wi-Fi or no wireless.
