The MSI Cubi N 8GL is a compact business mini PC built around an Intel Gemini Lake Pentium Silver processor, with up to 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a single M.2 or 2.5-inch drive bay. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1215U or i3-1315U processors, which offers a six-core processor class, up to 64 GB of memory and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
MSI Cubi N 8GL vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3
| MSI Cubi N 8GL | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Pentium Silver (Gemini Lake) | Intel Core i3-1215U | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 6 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 8 GB DDR4 2400 MHz | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1x M.2 2280 or 1x 2.5" HDD/SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Graphics | Intel UHD 600 Series | Not stated | Not stated |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Home or Pro | DOS | DOS |
| Wireless | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 | Dual Band WiFi (or No WiFi variant) | Dual Band WiFi (or No WiFi variant) |
| Warranty | 2 Years | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Higher memory ceiling: The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory, compared with up to 8 GB on the MSI Cubi N 8GL.
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Larger storage range: Thinvent Treo configurations offer SSD storage up to 2 TB, while the MSI Cubi N 8GL uses a single M.2 or 2.5-inch drive.
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Newer six-core processor class: The Intel Core i3-1215U and i3-1315U are six-core processors, whereas the MSI Cubi N 8GL uses an Intel Pentium Silver processor.
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Trade-off: The MSI Cubi N 8GL is a fanless, power-saving design aimed at retail, kiosk, digital signage and office use, and it ships with a Windows operating system, while Thinvent Treo configurations are supplied with DOS.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the MSI Cubi N 8GL if you need a compact, low-power mini PC for kiosk, signage or light office tasks and want a Windows 10 system. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more memory, larger SSD storage and a six-core Intel Core i3 processor for heavier business or productivity workloads.
