What Is an SFF Case PC?
An SFF (small form factor) case PC is a compact computer built in a small chassis. It is smaller than a standard desktop tower and fits behind a monitor, under a desk, or inside a control cabinet. SFF PCs use low-power processors and compact cooling, so they run quietly and use less power than full-size desktops. Thinvent builds SFF-class mini PCs for offices, kiosks, digital signage, and light industrial work.
Key Specifications
Thinvent mini PCs in this range use Intel, AMD, and ARM processors. Processor options include:
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Intel Core i3-1215U, i5-1335U, i7-1255U, and Core Ultra 5 125U
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Intel Core 5 120U and Celeron N5095A
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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U
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ARM Cortex A55 (Thinvent Micro 6 Pro)
Memory ranges from 4 GB to 16 GB. Storage uses 128 GB to 512 GB SSDs, or 32 GB eMMC on the Micro 6 Pro. Power adapters are rated 5V to 19V, depending on the model. Operating systems include Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, and Thinux embedded Linux. Some models include dual LAN, and some include dual band or dual antenna WiFi. Other models have no WiFi.
Comparison of Thinvent SFF PCs
| Model | Processor | Cores | Max Frequency | Memory | Storage | WiFi | OS |
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| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i3-1215U | 6 | 4.4 GHz | 8 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD | None | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core 5 120U | 10 | 5.0 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i5-1335U | 10 | 4.6 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | None | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core i7-1255U | 10 | 4.7 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 256 GB SSD | None | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | 12 | 4.3 GHz | 16 GB DDR5 | 256 GB SSD | None | Ubuntu Linux |
| Treo Mini PC | Intel N5095A | 4 | 2.9 GHz | 4 GB DDR4 | 128 GB SSD | None | Ubuntu Linux |
| Treo Mini PC | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 6 | 4.3 GHz | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band | Windows 11 Pro |
| Micro 6 Pro | ARM Cortex A55 | 4 | 1.9 GHz | 4 GB | 32 GB eMMC | Dual Antenna | Thinux Embedded Linux |
Use Cases
SFF PCs suit tasks where space and power are limited. Common uses include point-of-sale terminals, reception desks, digital signage players, office workstations, and machine control. Models with Intel Core i5 or i7 processors and 16 GB memory handle multitasking and office applications. Models with the N5095A or ARM Cortex A55 handle light tasks, kiosks, and embedded control.
Thinvent SFF Case PCs
Thinvent has SFF-class mini PCs in the Aero, Treo, and Micro 6 Pro lines. The Aero Mini PC range covers Intel Core i3, i5, i7, and Core Ultra processors. The Treo Mini PC range includes an Intel N5095A and an AMD Ryzen 5 7430U. The Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 with Thinux embedded Linux. Select the model that matches your processor, memory, storage, and operating system needs.