The Minisforum mini PC is a compact Intel Core i9 system with up to 96 GB of RAM. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which supports up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage, and runs Windows 11 Pro.
Minisforum Mini PC vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Minisforum Mini PC (Intel Core i9) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i9 | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 10 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Up to 96 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 32 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without OS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without OS) |
Key differences
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The Minisforum mini PC supports up to 96 GB of RAM. The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U has dual Gigabit LAN ports, two USB 3.2 ports, a 12V 7A adapter and a VESA mount.
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Thinvent Treo models can be ordered with Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without an operating system.
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Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, dual band) is available on the Thinvent Treo. Some configurations are offered without Wi-Fi.
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We could not confirm the Minisforum mini PC's storage capacity or operating system, so those cells are left as "Not confirmed".
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Minisforum mini PC if you need the highest RAM capacity, up to 96 GB, in a compact Intel Core i9 system. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact Intel Core i7 or Core Ultra 5 system with a choice of operating system, dual Gigabit LAN, a VESA mount and a 12V DC power input, with up to 64 GB of RAM.
