The ASUS desktop mini is a compact Mini PC family. The facts we have on the ASUS range cover an Intel Core Ultra model (the ExpertCenter PB64), an AMD Ryzen and Athlon model (the VM31), and the AMD Ryzen 9 gaming model (the ROG GR70). Our strongest match for a compact Intel-based Mini PC is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which supports up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage.
We could not confirm the ASUS ExpertCenter PB64's exact processor model, RAM maximum, storage maximum, operating system options or port layout, so those cells are marked "Not confirmed."
ASUS Desktop Mini vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| ASUS ExpertCenter PB64 (Intel Core Ultra) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
| Displays | Up to 5 | HDMI and VGA (2 outputs) | HDMI and VGA (2 outputs) |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage. We could not confirm the ASUS ExpertCenter PB64's RAM or storage maximums.
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The Thinvent Treo has a choice of operating systems: Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, Without OS and DOS.
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The Thinvent Treo has a VESA mount for mounting behind a monitor. Its 12-core i5-1240P is a 12-core processor, with a 4.4 GHz maximum frequency.
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The ASUS ExpertCenter PB64 has Wi-Fi 7, which the Thinvent Treo does not. Thinvent Treo models offer Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band or no Wi-Fi.
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The ASUS ExpertCenter PB64 is listed as able to drive up to five displays. The Thinvent Treo has HDMI and VGA outputs.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS ExpertCenter PB64 if you need Wi-Fi 7 and an Intel Core Ultra processor. Choose the Thinvent Treo if you need a Mini PC with an Intel Core i5-1240P, up to 64 GB of RAM, up to 2 TB of SSD storage, a choice of operating systems, and a VESA mount.
