The MSI Cubi 3160NGW is a compact mini PC from MSI's Cubi range. Its published specifications describe a Broadwell-generation Intel processor, DDR3L memory up to 16 GB, and an Intel 3160 gigabit LAN, with a Kensington lock and VESA mount kit included. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC range, which offers newer Intel Core processors, more memory and storage, and dual LAN.
MSI Cubi 3160NGW vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | MSI Cubi 3160NGW | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Broadwell processor | Intel Core i5-1240P (12th Gen) | Intel Core i3-1315U (13th Gen) |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 6 cores, up to 4.5 GHz |
| RAM | DDR3L 1333MHz, up to 16 GB (2 slots) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | 1 x mSATA SSD, 1 x 2.5" SATA HDD (with extension bay) | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| LAN | Intel 3160 Gigabit LAN (single) | Dual LAN | Dual LAN |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Home (MSI recommends Windows 10 Pro) | DOS | DOS |
| Form Factor | Mini PC, 115.2 mm x 112.2 mm x 32.6 mm (SSD SKU) | Mini PC | Mini PC |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo offers up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, compared with the Cubi 3160NGW's 16 GB maximum.
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Thinvent Treo models provide dual LAN, while the Cubi 3160NGW lists a single Intel 3160 gigabit LAN.
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Thinvent Treo offers storage up to 2 TB SSD, while the Cubi 3160NGW uses an mSATA SSD and 2.5-inch HDD bay.
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The Cubi 3160NGW uses a Broadwell processor, while the Thinvent Treo range uses 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core processors with more cores.
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The Cubi 3160NGW is the more compact design in its published specifications, with a thinner SSD-model height of 32.6 mm.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the MSI Cubi 3160NGW if you need a small, simple mini PC with a Kensington lock and VESA mount, and your workload fits its Broadwell-era performance and 16 GB memory limit. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more processing power, up to 64 GB of memory, dual LAN, and larger SSD storage for business or industrial use.
