What Is the Best Mini PC for 2025?
The best mini PC depends on the workload. A mini PC is a small desktop computer that uses a compact chassis and low power draw while running a full desktop operating system. Thinvent's 2025 range covers light office work, multitasking, and embedded Linux deployments. The range spans Intel Core i3, i5, i7 and Core Ultra 5 processors, AMD Ryzen 5 processors, and an ARM Cortex A55 model.
Key Specifications
Thinvent mini PCs in this range use the following processors and memory:
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Intel Core i3-1215U: 6 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 10 MB cache, 8GB DDR4 RAM.
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Intel Core i5-1335U: 10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz, 12 MB cache, 16GB DDR4 RAM.
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Intel Core i7-1255U: 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache, 16GB DDR4 RAM, dual LAN.
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Intel Core 5 120U: 10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz, 12 MB cache, 16GB DDR4 RAM.
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Intel Core Ultra 5 125U: 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 12 MB cache, 16GB DDR5 RAM, dual LAN.
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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U: 6 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 16 MB cache, 8GB or 16GB DDR4 RAM.
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Intel Celeron N5095A: 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz, 4 MB cache, 4GB DDR4 RAM.
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ARM Cortex A55: 4 cores, up to 1.9 GHz, 1 MB cache, 4GB onboard RAM, 32GB eMMC storage.
Comparison Table
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | RAM | Storage |
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| Aero | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 8GB DDR4 | 256GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 16GB DDR4 | 512GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 16GB DDR4 | 256GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 16GB DDR5 | 256GB SSD |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16GB DDR4 | 512GB SSD |
| Treo | Intel Celeron N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4GB DDR4 | 128GB SSD |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 4GB | 32GB eMMC |
Use Cases
Choose a model based on the workload:
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Office and multitasking: The Aero with Intel Core i5-1335U or Core 5 120U suits document work, browsing and video calls.
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Multi-threaded work: The Aero with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U has 12 cores and DDR5 memory.
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Digital signage and kiosks: The Micro 6 Pro with ARM Cortex A55 runs Thinux embedded Linux and has dual antenna WiFi.
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Basic tasks on Linux: The Treo with Intel Celeron N5095A runs Ubuntu Linux on 4GB RAM.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent manufactures the Aero, Treo and Micro 6 Pro mini PCs described above. Each model is available with Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, or Thinux, and with or without WiFi. Thinvent supplies the full range to customers worldwide.
