Best Affordable Mini PCs
Thinvent has two affordable mini PC families for buyers who need a small, low-cost computer. The Thinvent Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor. The Thinvent Treo uses an Intel N5095A processor. Both are compact desktop computers that suit kiosks, digital signage, light office work, and embedded applications.
Key Specifications
The Thinvent Micro 6 Pro Mini PC has a 4-core ARM Cortex A55 processor with a maximum frequency of 1.9 GHz and 1 MB of cache. It includes 4 GB of onboard RAM and 32 GB of eMMC storage. It has one HDMI port, dual antenna WiFi, and a 5V 2A power adapter. It runs Thinux, an embedded Linux operating system.
The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has a 4-core Intel N5095A processor, an 11th generation Celeron series chip, with a maximum frequency of 2.9 GHz and 4 MB of cache. It includes 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and 1 TB of SSD storage. It has one HDMI port and a 12V 5A power adapter. It does not include WiFi. It is available with Windows 11 IoT, Windows 11 Professional, or Windows 11 Pro.
Comparison
| Feature | Thinvent Micro 6 Pro | Thinvent Treo |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ARM Cortex A55, 4 cores | Intel N5095A, 4 cores |
| Max frequency | 1.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB |
| Memory | 4 GB onboard RAM | 16 GB DDR4 RAM |
| Storage | 32 GB eMMC | 1 TB SSD |
| WiFi | Dual antenna | Not included |
| Operating system | Thinux (embedded Linux) | Windows 11 IoT or Windows 11 Pro |
Use Cases
The Micro 6 Pro suits low-power, fixed-function tasks such as digital signage, kiosks, and embedded control. Its built-in WiFi supports networked deployments. The Treo suits general desktop tasks, office software, and Windows-based applications. Its larger memory and storage support more demanding workloads.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent's mini PC range includes the Micro 6 Pro with ARM processing and the Treo with Intel processing. Both are available in bundles with a keyboard and mouse set, and the Micro 6 Pro also has a VESA mount option and an HDMI to VGA cable option.
