The MSI Cubi 5 10M is a mini PC with an Intel Core i3-10110U processor, Intel UHD Graphics, up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and Windows 10 Home. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U, which has the same mini PC form factor, the same Intel Core i3 class, up to 64 GB of RAM and a choice of operating systems.
MSI Cubi 5 10M vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| MSI Cubi 5 10M | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i3 13th (1315U) | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-10110U (4 MB cache, up to 4.10 GHz) | Intel Core i3-1315U (6 cores, up to 4.5 GHz, 10 MB cache) |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 SO-DIMM slots) | 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | 1x M.2 SSD, 1x 2.5-inch SSD/HDD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC, 124 x 124 x 53.7 mm | Mini PC, 199.5 x 181.5 x 29.5 mm |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Home (Windows 10 Pro also listed) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Wireless | Intel Wireless AC 9462 or AX201 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
| Ethernet | 1x RJ45 | 1000 Mbps, 1 port |
| Displays | HDMI 4K@30Hz and DisplayPort 1.2 (2 outputs) | HDMI and VGA (2 outputs) |
| Mounting | Kensington lock | VESA mount |
Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U: https://www.thinvent.in/p/Treo-i3_13-32_32-m2048-12_7-m-11P-0
Key differences
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Newer processor generation: The Thinvent Treo uses the Intel Core i3-1315U (13th generation, 6 cores). The MSI Cubi 5 10M uses the 10th-generation Core i3-10110U.
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Operating system choice: The Thinvent Treo can run Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, or be supplied without an OS. The MSI ships with Windows 10 Home.
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Storage capacity: The Thinvent Treo includes a 2 TB SSD. We could not confirm the storage capacity of the MSI Cubi 5 10M's included drive.
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Form factor: The MSI Cubi 5 10M is a smaller unit. The Thinvent Treo has a VESA mount for wall or monitor mounting.
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Trade-off: The MSI Cubi 5 10M is more compact and includes a 2.5-inch drive bay, while the Thinvent Treo has a larger chassis and does not offer a 2.5-inch bay.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the MSI Cubi 5 10M if you need a compact mini PC with a 2.5-inch drive bay and Windows 10 Home. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a newer 13th-generation Intel Core i3, 2 TB of SSD storage, a choice of operating systems, or a VESA-mountable chassis.
