The ASUS PB60 is a compact business mini PC built on Intel Core T Series processors, measuring 6.9" x 6.9" x 1.4". The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P is the closest alternative, offering a 12-core processor and up to 64 GB of RAM in the same compact business form factor.
ASUS PB60 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5 to i7
| Feature | ASUS PB60 (PB60-B5042ZC) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U to i7-1255U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400T | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i3-1215U to i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores | 6 to 10 cores |
| RAM | 4 GB, up to 32 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | 4 GB to 64 GB |
| Storage | 500 GB HDD or 128 GB SSD, up to 1 TB HDD and 256 GB M.2 SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC, 6.9" x 6.9" x 1.4" | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual band Wi-Fi | Dual band Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro or Home | DOS | DOS |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, against up to 32 GB on the ASUS PB60.
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Thinvent Treo offers up to 2 TB of SSD storage, while the ASUS PB60 supports up to 256 GB M.2 SSD plus a 2.5-inch drive.
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The Thinvent Treo i5-1240P provides 12 cores, a higher core count than the Intel Core i5-8400T in the ASUS PB60.
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The ASUS PB60 ships with Windows 10 Pro or Home, while Thinvent Treo ships with DOS, so buyers should plan their operating system.
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The ASUS PB60 includes a dedicated 2.5-inch drive bay, which the Thinvent Treo does not list.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS PB60 if you need a compact business PC with a pre-installed Windows 10 license and a 2.5-inch drive bay. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, larger SSD storage and a higher core count for demanding office, kiosk or digital signage workloads.
