The Lenovo ThinkCentre range covers small-form-factor and tiny desktops for offices and business use, with configurations such as the Neo 30s Gen 5 (Intel Core i7-13620H) and the M90s Gen 6 (optional discrete NPU). Thinvent's Treo and Aero mini PCs are alternatives for buyers who need an Intel-based compact desktop with a wide range of processors, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. The closest Thinvent match for a business mini PC is the Treo Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U.
Lenovo ThinkCentre vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 30s Gen 5 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
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| Processor | Intel Core i7-13620H | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | 10 cores, 16 threads | 12 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Not stated | 8 GB to 64 GB (32 GB configuration) | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | DOS | DOS |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U and Core i5-1240P offer RAM up to 64 GB, with the Core i5-1240P models configured with 64 GB DDR4.
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Thinvent Treo models are available with Dual LAN, and the Core i5-1235U model includes 6 COM ports.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are offered with either no WiFi or dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), so the wireless option can be chosen.
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The Lenovo Neo 30s Gen 5 offers a 10-core Intel Core i7-13620H with up to 4.9 GHz turbo and ships with Windows 11 Pro, which Thinvent's DOS configurations do not include.
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Thinvent Treo models are built around Intel processors ranging from Celeron to Core Ultra 5, giving a wider choice of performance levels.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 30s Gen 5 if you need a Core i7 class processor with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for a busy office. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact Intel desktop with up to 64 GB of RAM, dual LAN and a choice of wireless options, and you are comfortable with a DOS operating system.
