What is a thin client?
A thin client is a small computer that runs a remote desktop or cloud session. Most of its work happens on a server, so the device needs only a processor, memory, storage and a display connection. The query "Thin Client R1" does not match a model name in the Thinvent range. The range below covers two processor families, the ARM Cortex A53 and the Intel Celeron J1900, and these are the products a buyer can compare.
Key specifications
The Thinvent Micro 5R uses an ARM Cortex A53 processor with 4 cores running up to 2.0 GHz. It includes 2 GB of onboard RAM and 16 GB of eMMC storage. It has one HDMI 2.0 output and one speaker output, and it supports WiFi 6 and Bluetooth. It runs Thinux embedded Linux.
The Thinvent Neo S line uses the Intel Celeron J1900 processor with 4 cores running up to 2.4 GHz and a 2 MB cache. Configurations include 4 GB or 8 GB of DDR3 RAM. Storage options are 32 GB MLC SSD, 128 GB SSD, 256 GB SSD, and a dual 32 GB MLC SSD setup. The line does not include WiFi. Operating system options are Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux embedded Linux, DOS, or no operating system.
Comparison
| Feature | Micro 5R | Neo S (J1900) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ARM Cortex A53, 4 cores, up to 2.0 GHz | Intel Celeron J1900, 4 cores, up to 2.4 GHz |
| Memory | 2 GB | 4 GB or 8 GB DDR3 |
| Storage | 16 GB eMMC | 32 GB, 128 GB or 256 GB SSD, or dual 32 GB MLC SSD |
| Wireless | WiFi 6 and Bluetooth | No WiFi |
| Operating system | Thinux embedded Linux | Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu, Thinux, DOS, or none |
Use cases
Thin clients suit kiosks, point-of-sale terminals, digital signage, call centres, classrooms, and offices where the applications run on a central server. The Micro 5R fits space-limited installations that need wireless connectivity. The Neo S fits desktop deployments that need more memory, a range of storage sizes, and a choice of operating system.
Thinvent thin clients
Thinvent has the Micro 5R and the Neo S range as thin clients for remote desktop and cloud deployments. Choose the model by processor, memory, storage and operating system to match the workload.
