The Tarox mini PC is a compact Intel Core i3 desktop with Wi-Fi, and it can be configured with up to 128 GB of RAM. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1215U or i3-1315U, which supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, with dual-band Wi-Fi 5.
Tarox Mini PC vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Tarox Mini PC | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i3-1215U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i3-1315U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3 | Intel Core i3-1215U | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Cores | Not confirmed | 6 | 6 |
| RAM | Up to 128 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
-
The Thinvent Treo supports Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, Without OS, and DOS, so the buyer can choose the operating system.
-
The Thinvent Treo has two USB 3.2 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, four front USB 2.0 ports, and 1000 Mbps Ethernet.
-
The Thinvent Treo has a VESA mount, an aluminium housing, and an operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C.
-
The Tarox mini PC has a higher maximum RAM figure of 128 GB. The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB.
-
Both the Tarox and the Thinvent Treo use an Intel Core i3 processor.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Tarox mini PC if you need the highest RAM maximum of the two, up to 128 GB. Choose the Thinvent Treo if you want a choice of operating systems, including Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, and Thinux™ Embedded Linux, along with wired and front-panel USB ports and a VESA mount.
