Zotac PC Mini

The Zotac ZBOX Mini PC is a compact line that spans fanless C Series designs, Pico models and gaming-grade MAGNUS systems. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is the closest alternative for buyers who want a small, quiet-running desktop with a wide choice of Intel and AMD processors, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of storage.

Zotac ZBOX Mini PC vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC

Key differences

• Thinvent Treo offers RAM up to 64 GB in the i5-1335U configuration, while the stated Zotac CI649 nano specification does not list a RAM maximum.

• Thinvent Treo lists storage from 128 GB up to 2 TB, giving a wider range than the Zotac listing provides.

• The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Core Ultra 5 125U offers 12 cores, compared with 10 cores in the Zotac CI649 nano's i5-1335U.

• Zotac's CI649 nano is fanless and passive-cooled, which is a strong choice for silent operation; Thinvent Treo specifications do not state a fanless design, so buyers needing silence should confirm this with the product team.

• Zotac offers Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 on the CI649 nano, while Thinvent Treo uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band.

Which one should you choose?

Choose the Zotac ZBOX CI649 nano if fanless, silent operation and Wi-Fi 6 are your priorities. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a larger RAM ceiling of up to 64 GB, flexible storage up to 2 TB, or a choice between Intel and AMD processors for general office, business or home computing.

Buy the Thinvent alternative

• Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5 (1335U)

• Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 (125U)