What Is a Mini PC?
A mini PC is a complete desktop computer in a small chassis. It has a processor, memory, storage, and I/O ports on a compact board. Mini PCs take less desk space than a tower PC and use less power. They suit offices, kiosks, digital signage, home labs, and point-of-sale use.
Key Specifications
Thinvent mini PCs use three processor families: Intel Core, AMD Ryzen, and ARM Cortex. Intel and AMD models in the range have 4 to 12 cores and boost to between 2.9 GHz and 5.0 GHz. The ARM model has 4 cores and runs at up to 1.9 GHz. Memory options are 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB, using DDR4 or DDR5 RAM. Storage ranges from 32 GB eMMC on the ARM model to 512 GB SSD on the Intel and AMD models.
| Series | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Cache | RAM | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aero | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Aero | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB DDR5 | 256 GB SSD |
| Treo | Intel N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | 4 GB DDR4 | 128 GB SSD |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | 4 GB onboard | 32 GB eMMC |
Connectivity varies by model. Some units include dual band WiFi, and others do not. Several Aero models include dual LAN ports. Power adapters range from 5V 2A to 19V 3A, and 12V 7A on the Aero models. Operating systems include Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, and Thinux Embedded Linux.
Use Cases
Aero models with Intel Core processors suit business desktops, multitasking, and light content work. The Treo models with AMD Ryzen 5 suit general office work and small servers. The Treo model with the Intel N5095A suits basic computing and entry-level kiosks. The Micro 6 Pro with ARM Cortex A55 suits embedded and fixed-function applications that run Linux.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has mini PCs in the Aero, Treo, and Micro 6 Pro series. Choose an Intel Core, AMD Ryzen, Intel N-series, or ARM Cortex processor to match your workload. Each model is available with Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, or Thinux Embedded Linux.
