The HP t630 is a thin client built on the AMD GX-420GI quad-core system-on-chip, with support for up to 32 GB of RAM, two DisplayPort 1.2 outputs and optional Wi-Fi. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Micro 5R, a fanless ARM-based thin client that runs Thinux™ Embedded Linux. For a model with a larger processor and more memory, the Thinvent Neo S uses an Intel Celeron J1900 and runs Windows 11 Pro.
HP t630 Thin Client vs Thinvent Micro 5R and Thinvent Neo S
| HP t630 Thin Client | Thinvent Micro 5R Thin Client | Thinvent Neo S Thin Client | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD GX-420GI | ARM Cortex A53 (Rockchip RK3528) | Intel Celeron J1900 |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | M.2 flash modules (Not confirmed) | 16 GB eMMC | 128 GB SSD |
| Form Factor | Thin Client | Thin Client | Thin Client |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Thinux™ Embedded Linux | Windows 11 Pro |
| Wireless | Optional Wi-Fi/Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 | No WiFi |
| Cooling | Active thermal management | Fanless | Fanless |
| Displays | 2 (DisplayPort 1.2) | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI and VGA |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Neo S supports Windows 11 Pro and includes a 128 GB SSD, which the HP t630 facility to be configured with M.2 modules. The Neo S has a 2 TB storage option.
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The Thinvent Micro 5R is fanless and includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 as standard on this SKU.
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The HP t630 has a higher RAM maximum (up to 32 GB) than either Thinvent SKU shown.
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The HP t630 has two DisplayPort 1.2 outputs, while the Thinvent Micro 5R has one HDMI 2.0 output and the Neo S has HDMI and VGA.
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The HP t630 has a serial port and PS/2 connectors. The Thinvent Neo S has two front serial ports (DB9 RS232) and a parallel port.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP t630 if you need the AMD GX-420GI, up to 32 GB of RAM, or two DisplayPort outputs. Choose the Thinvent Neo S if you want Windows 11 Pro with a 128 GB SSD on an Intel platform. Choose the Thinvent Micro 5R for a fanless, low-power ARM thin client running Thinux™ Embedded Linux with Wi-Fi 6 built in.
