What is a fanless i5 PC?
A fanless i5 PC is a computer that uses an Intel Core i5 processor and has no cooling fan. Heat leaves the case through a solid metal chassis. Without moving parts, the PC makes no fan noise, takes in no dust through fan intake, and has fewer parts that can wear out. This design suits factories, kiosks, control cabinets, and offices where quiet or clean operation matters.
Key specifications
The Thinvent range includes fanless PCs with Intel Core i5 processors from the 12th and 13th generations, and from the 14th generation in the Aero Mini PC series. The Thinvent range covers these configurations:
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Processors: Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 12 MB cache), Intel Core i5-1335U (10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz, 12 MB cache), and Intel Core 5 120U (10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz, 12 MB cache)
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Memory: 16 GB or 32 GB DDR4 RAM
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Storage: 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB SSD
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Power: 12V 7A adapter
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Wireless: Dual Band WiFi or no WiFi, depending on the model
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Operating system: Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, DOS, or no operating system
Some models include Dual LAN ports for networks that need two wired connections.
Comparison of Thinvent fanless i5 models
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max frequency | RAM | Storage | WiFi |
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| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i5-1240P | 12 | 4.4 GHz | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band |
| Aero Mini PC | Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band |
| Aero Mini PC | Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | No WiFi |
| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 32 GB | 256 GB SSD | Dual Band |
| 15" Industrial Panel PC | Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band |
Use cases
Fanless i5 PCs run machine control, data logging, and HMI software in factories. They serve as digital signage players, point-of-sale terminals, and edge computing nodes. The Industrial PC IPC5 and 15" Industrial Panel PC suit harsh or enclosed locations. The Aero Mini PC suits offices and compact desk setups.
Thinvent fanless i5 products
Thinvent has fanless PCs with Intel Core i5 processors in the Industrial PC IPC5, Aero Mini PC, and 15" Industrial Panel PC lines. Choose a model by processor, memory, storage, networking, and operating system to match your application.
