The MSI MS C936 is a slim fanless box PC built around the Intel Core 5 120U processor (10 cores, 12 threads), with two DDR5-5200 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 96 GB of memory. For a closest-match alternative, the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core 5 120U offers the same processor class with up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and a 2 TB SSD.
MSI MS C936 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core 5 120U
| MSI MS C936 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core 5 120U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 5 120U | Intel Core 5 120U (Core Ultra series, 14th gen) |
| Cores/Threads | 10 cores / 12 threads | 10 cores (up to 4.3 GHz, 12 MB cache) |
| RAM | Up to 96 GB DDR5 | Up to 32 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Slim fanless box PC | Mini PC |
| Cooling | Fanless | Not stated |
Key differences
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Memory: The MSI MS C936 supports up to 96 GB DDR5, which is higher than the Thinvent Treo's 32 GB maximum for this configuration.
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Storage: The Thinvent Treo offers up to a 2 TB SSD, while the storage capacity of the MSI MS C936 is not stated in the available specifications.
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Cooling and design: The MSI MS C936 is a fanless design, which suits silent, dust-prone or enclosed environments. Thinvent's fanless operation is not stated in its product details, so this is a trade-off to check before choosing.
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Connectivity options: The Thinvent Treo is available with dual-band Wi-Fi or with no Wi-Fi, and a dual LAN variant is listed for this processor.
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Processor: Both use the same Intel Core 5 120U processor, so CPU performance is comparable.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the MSI MS C936 if you need a fanless, silent box PC with very large memory capacity for digital signage, kiosks or edge AIoT work. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want the same Core 5 120U processor with a 2 TB SSD and a choice of Wi-Fi options in a compact mini PC.
