The Lenovo ThinkCentre M70q and M90q Tiny are business desktops built around Intel vPro processors, with the M90q Gen 4 offering up to a 13th Gen Intel Core i9 and up to two DDR5 SODIMM slots. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is a closest-match alternative in the same small form factor, available with Intel Core i7-1255U, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U and several other processors, with up to 64 GB RAM and up to 2 TB SSD.
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Tiny vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 4 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel vPro Enterprise, up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9 | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 10 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Up to two DDR5 SODIMM (up to 5600 MHz) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR5 (32 GB configuration listed) |
| Storage | Not stated | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Tiny desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Max Frequency | Not stated | Up to 4.7 GHz | Up to 4.3 GHz |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC range extends up to 64 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD across its configurations.
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The Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 4 offers Intel vPro Enterprise and processors up to the 13th Gen Intel Core i9, a higher performance class than the Treo options listed here.
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Thinvent Treo models are available with Dual LAN and with or without dual band Wi-Fi, so you can choose the networking setup you need.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are offered with several processor choices, including AMD Ryzen 5 7430U and 7530U, giving a wider processor selection.
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Lenovo's ThinkShield security features and Tiny-in-One display bundles are part of the ThinkCentre platform; these are not listed for Thinvent.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkCentre M70q or M90q Tiny if you need Intel vPro enterprise management and the highest-end Intel Core i9 processing in a tiny desktop. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact alternative with up to 64 GB RAM, up to 2 TB SSD and a choice of Intel or AMD processors.
