The Trigkey G4 is a compact mini PC built around the Intel N100 processor, with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB SSD, as tested by Notebookcheck. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3 processors, which offers a higher-performance processor class and RAM options up to 64 GB.
Trigkey G4 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3 to i5
| Trigkey G4 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3 (12th/13th Gen) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5 (12th/13th Gen) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel N100 | Intel Core i3-1215U / i3-1315U | Intel Core i5-1235U / i5-1240P / i5-1335U |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores (4 threads) | 6 cores | 10 to 12 cores |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR4 | 4 GB to 64 GB DDR4 | 4 GB to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi 5 (dual band) or No WiFi | Wi-Fi 5 (dual band) or No WiFi |
Key differences
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Higher RAM ceiling: Thinvent Treo Mini PCs with Intel Core i3 offer up to 64 GB of RAM, compared with the 16 GB stated for the Trigkey G4.
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More processor cores: The Core i3 options have 6 cores, and the Core i5 options have 10 to 12 cores, against the 4 cores of the Intel N100 in the Trigkey G4.
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Larger storage range: Thinvent Treo models provide SSD options from 128 GB up to 2 TB, while the Trigkey G4 is listed with a 512 GB SSD.
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Trade-off: The Trigkey G4 is positioned at a lower price point and uses a low-power processor designed for simple everyday tasks, such as streaming and light office work.
Which one should you choose?
The Trigkey G4 suits buyers who need a simple, low-power mini PC for streaming or light office tasks at an entry-level configuration. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC suits buyers who need more processing power, more memory and a wider storage choice for business or demanding everyday workloads.
