What Is a Mini PC?
A mini PC is a complete desktop computer in a small chassis. It includes a processor, memory, storage, and I/O ports in a body that is much smaller than a tower PC. Mini PCs suit offices, kiosks, digital signage, point-of-sale systems, and space-limited installations where a full desktop does not fit.
Thinvent mini PCs use processors from Intel, AMD, and ARM. Intel Core i3, i5, i7, and Core Ultra 5 processors run Windows 11 Pro or Ubuntu Linux. AMD Ryzen 5 processors run the same operating systems. ARM Cortex A55 processors run Thinux embedded Linux.
Key Specifications
Thinvent mini PCs differ mainly in processor, core count, memory, and storage:
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Processor cores: 4 to 12 cores, depending on the model.
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Maximum frequency: 2.9 GHz to 5.0 GHz.
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Cache: 1 MB to 16 MB.
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Memory: 4 GB to 16 GB. Aero models use DDR4 or DDR5. Treo models use DDR4. Micro 6 Pro uses 4 GB onboard RAM.
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Storage: 32 GB eMMC on Micro 6 Pro; 128 GB to 512 GB SSD on the other models.
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Networking: Models are available with dual band WiFi or without WiFi. Aero models with dual LAN are also available.
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Power: Adapters range from 5V 2A to 19V 3A, depending on the model.
Comparison of Thinvent Mini PC Processors
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache | RAM | Storage |
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| Aero | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR5 | 256 GB SSD |
| Treo | Intel N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | 4 GB DDR4 | 128 GB SSD |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | 4 GB onboard | 32 GB eMMC |
Choosing a Mini PC
Choose a model by workload. Office and general-purpose computing run well on an Aero model with an Intel Core i3 or i5 processor. Multitasking and heavier applications suit the Core i7 or Core Ultra 5 models with 16 GB of memory. Light, low-power tasks such as kiosks and signage suit the Treo model with the N5095A processor or the Micro 6 Pro with its ARM processor. Choose WiFi or a dual LAN model based on your network setup, and check the adapter voltage against your power supply.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has mini PCs in three families. The Aero series includes Intel Core i3, i5, i7, and Core Ultra 5 models with 8 GB to 16 GB of memory and 256 GB to 512 GB of SSD storage. The Treo series includes Intel N5095A and AMD Ryzen 5 7430U models for office, retail, and embedded use. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 GB onboard RAM and 32 GB eMMC storage for compact embedded deployments. All Thinvent mini PCs support Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, or Thinux embedded Linux, depending on the model.
