The ASUS Mini PC ProArt PA90 is a compact Intel Core i9 mini PC with NVIDIA Quadro graphics, up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory, and Windows 10 Pro. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which supports up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, and comes with Windows 11 Pro.
ASUS PA90 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC Series
| ASUS Mini PC ProArt PA90 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) | 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | Up to 1 TB SATA HDD, M.2 SSD slots | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet | 1 x RJ45 LAN | 2 x Ethernet (1000 Mbps) | 1 x Ethernet (1000 Mbps) |
| Display Outputs | 4 x DisplayPort | 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA | 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA |
Other operating systems available on the Thinvent Treo: Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS.
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo has a newer operating system: Windows 11 Pro, compared with Windows 10 Pro on the ASUS PA90.
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The Thinvent Treo i7-1255U model has two Ethernet ports, while the ASUS PA90 has one RJ45 LAN port.
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Both products support up to 64 GB of RAM.
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The ASUS PA90 is stronger in graphics and display output. It has NVIDIA Quadro graphics and drives up to four displays through DisplayPort, while the Thinvent Treo has one HDMI and one VGA output.
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The ASUS PA90 uses a Core i9 processor, which is a higher processor class than the Core i7 and Core i5 in the Treo range.
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The ASUS PA90 supports multiple storage types, including a 2.5-inch HDD. The Thinvent Treo uses an SSD for its storage.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS PA90 if you need a high-end Core i9 processor, NVIDIA Quadro graphics, or four display outputs for CAD and content creation work. Choose the Thinvent Treo if you want a Windows 11 Pro system with up to 64 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD, and a choice of Linux or embedded operating systems.
