Low-Power Mini PCs for Energy-Efficient Computing
A low-power mini PC is a small computer that runs on a low-wattage processor. It suits tasks such as digital signage, kiosks, light office work, and embedded control where energy use and heat must stay low. Thinvent has two low-power mini PC families: the Micro 6 Pro, built on an ARM processor, and the Treo, built on an Intel processor.
Key Specifications
The Thinvent Micro 6 Pro uses an ARM Cortex A55 processor with 4 cores, a maximum frequency of 1.9 GHz, and 1 MB of cache. It includes 4 GB of onboard RAM and 32 GB of eMMC storage. It has one HDMI port, dual antenna WiFi, and a 5V 2A adapter. It runs Thinux, an embedded Linux operating system.
The Thinvent Treo uses an Intel Celeron N5095A processor from the 11th generation. It has 4 cores, a maximum frequency of 2.9 GHz, and 4 MB of cache. It includes 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and 1 TB of SSD storage, with a 12V 5A adapter. It has one HDMI port and no WiFi. It runs Windows 11 IoT or Windows 11 Pro, depending on the model.
Comparison
| Feature | Micro 6 Pro | Treo |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ARM Cortex A55 | Intel Celeron N5095A |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Max frequency | 1.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB |
| Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 32 GB eMMC | 1 TB SSD |
| WiFi | Dual antenna | None |
| Operating system | Thinux (embedded Linux) | Windows 11 IoT or Pro |
Use Cases
The Micro 6 Pro suits small, single-task deployments that run Linux, such as signage players and simple control units. Its low power draw and small size fit installations with limited space. The Treo suits Windows-based applications, point-of-sale terminals, and office tasks that need more memory and storage.
Thinvent Products for Energy-Efficient Computing
Thinvent's low-power range includes the Micro 6 Pro Mini PC, available with the HDMI to VGA cable, a keyboard and mouse set, or a VESA mount for Micro. The Treo Mini PC is available with Windows 11 IoT or Windows 11 Pro, with an optional keyboard and mouse set. Both families are sold worldwide.
