The Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano is a fanless mini PC built around the 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U processor (10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz), with dual LAN, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 in a compact 1.8L chassis. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with the same Intel Core i5-1335U processor (10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz), which offers RAM up to 64 GB and a choice of dual-band Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi.
Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano vs Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1335U
| Feature | Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1335U | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1335U | Intel Core i5-1335U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | 10 cores / 12 threads | 10 cores | 12 cores |
| Max Frequency | Up to 4.6 GHz | Up to 4.6 GHz | Up to 4.4 GHz |
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 (configuration) | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | 2 TB M.2 SSD (configuration) | 32 GB to 2 TB SSD | 32 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 | Dual-band Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi | Dual-band Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi |
| Ethernet | Dual LAN (2.5GbE and 1GbE) | Not stated | Dual LAN (on selected SKUs) |
| Form Factor | Compact 1.8L chassis, fanless | Mini PC | Mini PC |
Key differences
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Thinvent Aero Mini PC supports RAM up to 64 GB, while the Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano is listed with 32 GB in its configuration.
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Both use the same Intel Core i5-1335U processor with up to 4.6 GHz turbo, so core performance is comparable.
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The Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano lists Thunderbolt 4, 4K HDMI and DisplayPort outputs and dual LAN at 2.5GbE and 1GbE, which are not stated for the Thinvent Aero Mini PC.
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The Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano is described as fanless with passive cooling, a feature not stated for the Thinvent Aero Mini PC.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano if you need a fanless, silent system with Thunderbolt 4, 4K display outputs and 2.5GbE networking. Choose the Thinvent Aero Mini PC if you want the same Intel Core i5-1335U performance with memory expandable up to 64 GB and a choice of Wi-Fi or no Wi-Fi.
