What is a mini PC?
A mini PC is a small desktop computer built on a compact board and chassis. It has the same core parts as a full desktop: a processor, memory, storage, and ports for displays, networks and peripherals. Mini PCs take up little desk or rack space and draw less power than a tower system. They suit office work, digital signage, kiosks, light server tasks and edge computing.
Key specifications
Thinvent mini PCs use processors from Intel, AMD and ARM. The Aero series uses Intel Core processors, including the Core i3-1215U, Core i5-1335U, Core i7-1255U and Core Ultra 5 125U. The Treo series uses the Intel N5095A and the AMD Ryzen 5 7430U. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 cores and 1.9 GHz maximum frequency.
Memory ranges from 4 GB to 16 GB, using DDR4 or, on the Core Ultra 5 model, DDR5. Storage options include 128 GB, 256 GB and 512 GB SSDs, and 32 GB eMMC on the Micro 6 Pro. Power adapters are rated 5V, 12V or 19V, depending on the model. Wireless options are Dual Band WiFi, Dual Antenna WiFi, or no WiFi. Dual LAN is available on the Aero Core i7-1255U and Core Ultra 5 125U models.
Comparison of Thinvent mini PC processors
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max frequency | Cache | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 1 MB | 4 GB |
| Treo (Celeron) | Intel N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 MB | 4 GB |
| Aero | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 10 MB | 8 GB |
| Treo | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 MB | 8 to 16 GB |
| Aero | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB |
| Aero | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB |
| Aero | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB |
| Aero | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 12 MB | 16 GB |
Use cases
Choose an Aero model for office productivity, multitasking and business applications that need a Windows 11 Pro or Ubuntu Linux system. Choose a Treo model for general computing and lighter workloads at a lower processor level. Choose the Micro 6 Pro for embedded and always-on tasks that run on Thinux Embedded Linux, with one HDMI output.
Thinvent mini PCs
Thinvent has mini PCs in the Aero, Treo and Micro 6 Pro lines. Each model is listed above with its processor, memory, storage, power adapter, wireless option and operating system. Compare the specifications to select the right model for your application.
