The HP Chromebox is a compact desktop that runs Chrome OS. The HP Chromebox G4 is listed with Intel Core i5-1345U and Intel Celeron 7305 configurations, 8 GB DDR4 and 4 GB memory options, scalable SSD storage, and Wi-Fi 6E with Ethernet. For a compact mini PC that runs Windows-class or DOS-based business workloads with a wider memory range, the closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC.
HP Chromebox vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| HP Chromebox G4 (Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5 13th Gen 1335U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 14th Gen 125U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1345U | Intel Core i5-1335U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 10 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Scalable SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Compact desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Chrome OS | DOS | DOS |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E, Ethernet | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band, or no WiFi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band, or no WiFi |
Key differences
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Higher memory ceiling: The Thinvent Treo Mini PC offers RAM up to 64 GB, while the HP Chromebox G4 is listed with 8 GB DDR4 for the configuration described.
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Choice of operating environment: Thinvent Treo units ship with DOS, so they suit custom or Windows-based deployments, while the HP Chromebox runs Chrome OS.
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Newer processor class: The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U offers 12 cores, while the HP Chromebox G4 lists the Intel Core i5-1345U.
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Wireless: The HP Chromebox offers Wi-Fi 6E, while Thinvent Treo units offer dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or are available without WiFi.
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Simplicity of management: The HP Chromebox is built around Chrome OS, which suits Chrome-managed environments.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP Chromebox if your business runs Chrome OS and needs a compact desktop with Wi-Fi 6E. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a mini PC with up to 64 GB of RAM, a choice of processor from Intel Core i3 to Core Ultra 5, and a DOS-based system for custom industrial or business software.
