The MSI PRO DP21 is a small form factor business desktop PC built on an Intel Core processor, with a 24/7 reliability guarantee and a COM port. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U. It has up to 64 GB of RAM, the same maximum the MSI PRO DP21 lists, and ships with Windows 11 Pro.
MSI PRO DP21 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| MSI PRO DP21 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i3-1315U) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel N5095A) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Celeron N5095A |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 6 cores, up to 4.5 GHz | 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB | 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) | 8 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor (2.3 L) | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi, or Wi-Fi 5 dual band | No WiFi, or Wi-Fi 5 dual band |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U supports up to 64 GB of RAM, the same maximum listed for the MSI PRO DP21.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC includes a 2 TB SSD, and we could not confirm the storage of the MSI PRO DP21.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has two wireless options, No WiFi or Wi-Fi 5 dual band, and we could not confirm the MSI PRO DP21's wireless options.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has an M.2 slot for its SSD and 4 front USB 2.0 ports, a layout we could not compare directly with the MSI PRO DP21.
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The MSI PRO DP21 is positioned for retail, kiosk, digital signage, education, government and finance use, and it includes a COM port. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has no COM port listed in its details.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC lets the buyer choose Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, or DOS.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the MSI PRO DP21 if you need its COM port and its 24/7 reliability positioning for kiosk, signage or retail use. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U if you need a Core i3 mini PC with 64 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD, and a choice of operating systems.
