A mini PC is a small desktop computer that fits on a desk or behind a monitor. Thinvent builds mini PCs in several configurations. The range covers Intel Core i3, i5, i7 and Core Ultra 5 processors, AMD Ryzen 5 processors, and an ARM Cortex A55 model. Buyers can choose between Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux and Thinux embedded Linux. Some models include Dual Band WiFi, and others have no WiFi.
Key Specifications
The Thinvent mini PC range has these main options:
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache | RAM | Storage | WiFi | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD | No | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band | Windows 11 Pro |
| Treo Mini PC | Intel Celeron N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | 4 GB DDR4 | 128 GB SSD | No | Ubuntu Linux |
| Treo Mini PC | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band | Windows 11 Pro |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | 4 GB Onboard | 32 GB eMMC | Dual Antenna | Thinux Embedded Linux |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | No | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD | No | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR5 | 256 GB SSD | No | Ubuntu Linux |
The Aero models include a 12V adapter. The Treo models use 19V or 12V adapters, depending on the configuration. The Micro 6 Pro uses a 5V adapter.
Use Cases
Mini PCs suit office work, digital signage, kiosks, point-of-sale systems and home use. The Intel Core i7 and Core Ultra 5 models handle multitasking and productivity software. The Celeron and ARM models suit light tasks and embedded applications. The AMD Ryzen 5 model suits users who prefer AMD processors.
Choosing a Model
Choose a model by processor, memory and operating system. Choose Windows 11 Pro for software that requires Windows. Choose Ubuntu Linux or Thinux for Linux-based systems. Choose a model with Dual Band WiFi if the network connection is wireless.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has the Aero, Treo and Micro 6 Pro mini PCs described above. Each model is available with the processor, memory, storage and operating system options listed in this table.
