What is a mini PC?
A mini PC is a compact desktop computer. It has a full processor, memory and solid-state storage in a small chassis, usually about the size of a hardcover book or smaller. Mini PCs run standard operating systems such as Windows 11 Pro or Ubuntu Linux, and they connect to monitors, keyboards and networks like a full-size desktop. They suit offices, kiosks, digital signage, point-of-sale, and space-limited installations.
Key specifications
The Thinvent mini PC range covers several processor families:
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Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors in 12th, 13th and 14th generation, with 6 to 10 cores and boost speeds up to 4.7 GHz.
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Intel Core Ultra 5 processor with 12 cores and up to 4.3 GHz.
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Intel Celeron N5095A processor with 4 cores and up to 2.9 GHz for basic office and kiosk tasks.
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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U processor with 6 cores and up to 4.3 GHz.
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ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 cores and up to 1.9 GHz for embedded Linux designs.
Memory ranges from 4 GB to 16 GB. DDR4 and DDR5 RAM options are available. Storage uses SSD, from 128 GB to 512 GB, and eMMC on the ARM model. Power comes from external adapters rated 5V to 19V. Wi-Fi is optional on most models, and the Aero Mini PC with Core Ultra 5 includes Dual LAN.
Comparison of Thinvent mini PC processors
| Processor | Cores | Max frequency | Cache | Typical use |
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| Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | Office, general computing |
| Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | Business and multitasking |
| Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | Demanding workloads |
| Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 12 MB | Modern workloads, Linux |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | Multitasking, graphics-heavy tasks |
| Intel Celeron N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | Kiosks, light office work |
| ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | Embedded and low-power systems |
Use cases
Office staff use mini PCs for documents, email and web applications. Retail and hospitality teams use them at point of sale and digital menu boards. Factories and labs use them as compact control terminals. Dual LAN models suit networked equipment and industrial monitoring, and Linux models suit development and embedded projects.
Thinvent mini PCs
Thinvent builds mini PCs for these uses in the Aero and Treo lines and the Micro 6 Pro. Choose an Aero model for Intel Core processors, a Treo model for Intel Celeron or AMD Ryzen processors, or the Micro 6 Pro for ARM-based embedded Linux designs.
