IOT Gateway

The Gateway IoT gateway line covers several ARM-based IoT gateways, including the SRG-IMX8P with its ARM i.MX8M Plus Quad-Core Cortex-A53 1.6GHz processor and the IOT-DIN-IMX8PLUS, which offers up to 8GB RAM and 128GB eMMC. For a compact ARM-based alternative, the Thinvent Micro 6 Pro Mini PC with its ARM Cortex A55 processor is the closest match in Thinvent's range, while the Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client is a lower-cost-profile option with the same ARM Cortex A53 processor family.

Gateway IoT Gateway vs Thinvent Micro 6 Pro and Micro 5R

Key differences

• The Thinvent Micro 6 Pro offers 4 GB onboard RAM and 32 GB eMMC storage, a clear specification set for edge workloads.

• Both Thinvent ARM products ship with Thinux Embedded Linux, a defined software environment out of the box.

• The Micro 6 Pro includes dual antenna WiFi and one HDMI output, suited to local display and network connectivity.

• The Gateway SRG-IMX8P is documented with PSA Certified Level 1 support, which the Thinvent products do not state.

• The Gateway IOT-DIN-IMX8PLUS lists expanded I/O such as RS485, CAN, digital inputs and outputs, and a worldwide LTE/4G modem. These interfaces are not stated for the Thinvent products.

• The Micro 5R Thin Client adds WiFi 6 and Bluetooth, and its 2 GB RAM and 16 GB eMMC suit lighter, display-focused tasks.

Which one should you choose?

Choose the Gateway IoT gateway line if you need built-in industrial I/O, serial ports, cellular connectivity or PSA security certification. Choose the Thinvent Micro 6 Pro Mini PC if you want a compact ARM mini PC with 4 GB RAM, 32 GB storage and dual antenna WiFi running Thinux Embedded Linux. The Micro 5R Thin Client suits simpler display or remote-access tasks.

Buy the Thinvent alternative

• Thinvent Micro 6 Pro Mini PC, ARM Cortex A55

• Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client, ARM Cortex A53