Mini PC With Mini Monitor: Compact Computing for Small Displays
A mini PC with a mini monitor is a small desktop setup. The mini PC is a compact computer that connects to a small display through HDMI. The combination takes little desk space and suits kiosks, digital signage, dashboards, point-of-sale stations, and home offices.
Most Thinvent mini PCs in this range have an HDMI output, so they connect directly to a mini monitor. The Micro 6 Pro has one HDMI port. Check the port count and the display input on your monitor before you buy. Use a mini monitor with an HDMI input that matches the display resolution you need.
The range uses two processor families. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 cores, up to 1.9 GHz, and 1 MB of cache. It has 4GB onboard RAM and 64GB eMMC storage. The Treo models use Intel N-Series processors. These include the N100 and N95, with 4 cores, up to 3.4 GHz, and 6 MB of cache. The Aero models use Intel Core processors, including the i3-1215U, the Core 5 120U, and the i5-1335U.
Specification Comparison
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache | RAM | Storage | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | 4GB | 64GB eMMC | Thinux Embedded Linux |
| Treo (N100) | Intel N100 | 4 | 3.4 GHz | 6 MB | 4GB DDR4 | 128GB SSD | Ubuntu or Thinux Linux |
| Treo (N95) | Intel N95 | 4 | 3.4 GHz | 6 MB | 4GB DDR4 | 128GB SSD | Ubuntu Linux |
| Aero (N100) | Intel N100 | 4 | 3.4 GHz | 6 MB | 32GB DDR4 | 256GB SSD | Without OS |
| Aero (i3-1215U) | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | 8GB DDR4 | 256GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero (Core 5 120U) | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | 16GB DDR4 | 512GB SSD | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero (i5-1335U) | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 64GB DDR4 | 32GB SSD | DOS |
Choosing a Model
Choose the Micro 6 Pro for fixed-function displays that run embedded Linux. Choose a Treo model for light office work, signage, and kiosk tasks. Choose an Aero model when you need Windows 11 Pro or more processing power.
Thinvent Mini PCs for Mini Monitor Setups
Thinvent has mini PCs that pair with mini monitors. The Micro 6 Pro, the Treo range, and the Aero range each suit different display and workload needs. Each model lists its HDMI output and OS option. Review the specifications above and match them to your display and application.
