What is a mini PC?
A mini PC is a small desktop computer built on a compact board in a small chassis. It runs a full operating system and connects to a monitor, keyboard and mouse like a standard desktop. Mini PCs take up little desk or wall space and use less power than full-size towers. They suit kiosks, digital signage, office desks, classrooms and light industrial control.
Thinvent has two mini PC families for different workloads. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 cores running up to 1.9 GHz and 1 MB of cache. It has 4 GB of onboard RAM, 32 GB of eMMC storage, one HDMI output, dual antenna WiFi and Thinux embedded Linux. The Treo uses an Intel N5095A processor with 4 cores running up to 2.9 GHz and 4 MB of cache. It has 16 GB of DDR4 RAM, a 1 TB SSD and a 12V 5A power adapter. The Treo runs Windows 11 IoT or Windows 11 Pro, depending on the model.
Key specifications
| Feature | Micro 6 Pro | Treo |
|---|---|---|
| Processor brand | ARM | Intel |
| Processor model | Cortex A55 | N5095A (11th gen Celeron) |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| 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 |
| Video output | 1 x HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| WiFi | Dual antenna | Not included |
| Operating system | Thinux embedded Linux | Windows 11 IoT or Windows 11 Pro |
Use cases
The Micro 6 Pro fits single-purpose tasks that need low power and a small footprint. Examples include digital signage, kiosk displays, dashboards and wireless device control. Its dual antenna WiFi supports network connections in these settings.
The Treo fits tasks that need Windows software and more storage and memory. Examples include point-of-sale terminals, office work, data logging and machine interfaces. Its 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD handle multiple applications and large files.
Thinvent mini PCs
Thinvent mini PCs are available as bare units or as bundles. Options include a VESA mount for the Micro, a keyboard and mouse set, and an HDMI to VGA cable. Choose the Micro 6 Pro for low-power embedded Linux deployments and the Treo for Windows 11 environments with more memory and storage.
