The NComputing MX100 is a 3-user thin client kit built around the vSpace Server software and MX-series access devices, designed for desktop virtualization. The closest Thinvent alternative for fanless virtual desktop infrastructure is the Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client with an ARM Cortex A53 processor, which is the entry-level option in the Thinvent range. For buyers who need more memory and a faster processor for virtual desktops, the Thinvent Treo Mini PC family offers higher capacity.
Mx100 Ncomputing vs Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client and Treo Mini PC
| NComputing MX100 | Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client | Thinvent Treo Mini PC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Not stated (NComputing Numo2 System-on-Chip) | ARM Cortex A53 | Intel Core i3-1215U to Intel Core i7-1255U, AMD Ryzen 5 7430U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 4 cores | 6 to 12 cores |
| RAM | Not stated | 2 GB | 4 GB to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not stated (no local user storage) | 16 GB eMMC | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Not stated | Thin client | Mini PC |
| Fans | No fans, solid-state design | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer up to 64 GB of RAM, giving more headroom for concurrent virtual desktop sessions.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer up to 2 TB of SSD storage for local data and OS images.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs use Intel Core i3 to i7 and AMD Ryzen 5 processors with 6 to 12 cores, a higher performance class than the ARM Cortex A53 in the Micro 5R.
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The Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client uses a 4-core ARM Cortex A53 processor with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB eMMC, a compact option for light thin client workloads.
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The NComputing MX100 is a dedicated multi-user kit with its own vSpace Server software, which suits organisations already standardised on that ecosystem.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client if you need a simple, low-footprint endpoint for light virtual desktop access. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, more storage and a faster processor for heavier virtual desktop sessions.
