Mini PC Open Box Systems: What You Get
An open box mini PC is a compact computer that has been returned, inspected and resold. Thinvent mini PCs are built for desktop, office, kiosk and edge use, and they are sold with the same processors, memory, storage and warranty terms as new units. Buyers should check the processor, RAM, storage and included adapter before they choose a model.
Key Specifications
Thinvent has mini PCs with Intel, AMD and ARM processors. Intel Core i3, i5, i7 and Core Ultra 5 models run Windows 11 Pro or Ubuntu Linux. AMD Ryzen 5 models use 16 MB of cache and up to 16 GB of DDR4 memory. The ARM Cortex A55 model uses 4 GB of onboard RAM and 32 GB of eMMC storage, and it runs Thinux embedded Linux.
Processor Comparison
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Memory | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Treo Mini PC | Intel N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 GB DDR4 | 128 GB SSD |
| Treo Mini PC | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 4 GB onboard | 32 GB eMMC |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 16 GB DDR5 | 256 GB SSD |
Use Cases
Mini PCs suit point-of-sale terminals, digital signage, office desktops, industrial control and edge computing. Models with dual LAN ports, such as the Aero i7-1255U and Core Ultra 5 125U units, suit network-heavy tasks. Models with dual-band WiFi suit wireless office and retail sites.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has Aero, Treo and Micro mini PCs in Intel, AMD and ARM configurations, with Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux and Thinux options. Each unit is sold with a matching power adapter.
