The Minisforum GN31 is a compact mini PC built around an Intel Celeron J3160 processor with 4 GB of LPDDR3 RAM and a 128 GB NVMe SSD. For a fanless compact system aimed at industrial applications, the closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with Intel Celeron N5095A, which offers more RAM and a more modern processor platform.
Minisforum GN31 vs Thinvent Aero Mini PC
| Feature | Minisforum GN31 | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Celeron N5095A |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron J3160 | Intel Celeron N5095A (11th generation) |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores / 4 threads | 4 cores |
| Max Frequency | Up to 2.24 GHz | Up to 2.9 GHz |
| RAM | 4 GB LPDDR3 | 4 GB to 32 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB M.2 NVMe SSD | 32 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 400 | Not stated |
| Form Factor | 120 × 120 × 36 mm (0.52 L) | Not stated |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
Key differences
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Thinvent Aero offers RAM up to 32 GB, compared with 4 GB on the Minisforum GN31.
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Thinvent Aero offers storage up to 2 TB, compared with 128 GB on the Minisforum GN31.
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC uses an Intel Celeron N5095A with a higher maximum frequency of 2.9 GHz, compared with 2.24 GHz on the GN31.
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC is available with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band, while the GN31 wireless specification is not stated.
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The Minisforum GN31 is a very compact 0.52 L chassis, and the Thinvent Aero's dimensions are not stated.
Which one should you choose?
The Minisforum GN31 suits light office tasks with a small footprint and modest storage needs. The Thinvent Aero Mini PC suits buyers who need more memory, larger storage and a faster processor for compact industrial or daily computing work.
