The NComputing RX-RDP+ is a thin client built on the Raspberry Pi 3+ platform with 1 GB RAM, designed for single-display computing and Microsoft RDP environments. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client with an ARM Cortex A53 processor, which offers 2 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, along with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth.
NComputing RX-RDP+ vs Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client
| NComputing RX-RDP+ | Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Raspberry Pi 3+ platform | ARM Cortex A53 (4 cores, up to 2.0 GHz) |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 4 cores |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | 16 GB eMMC |
| Form Factor | Thin client | Thin client |
| Wireless | Integrated dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), dual band, Bluetooth 5 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Not stated |
| Operating System | Centralized management (RDP-optimized) | Thinux Embedded Linux |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Micro 5R offers 2 GB RAM, double the 1 GB of the RX-RDP+, for more headroom in virtual desktop sessions.
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The Thinvent Micro 5R provides Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5, while the RX-RDP+ lists dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi.
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The Thinvent Micro 5R includes HDMI 2.0 and a speaker output.
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The RX-RDP+ lists Gigabit Ethernet and centralized management, details the Thinvent Micro 5R does not specify.
Which one should you choose?
The NComputing RX-RDP+ suits buyers who want a single-display endpoint for Microsoft RDP with centralized management. The Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client suits buyers who need more memory and modern Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth connectivity in a compact ARM-based endpoint.
