The HP Pro Mini 400 G9 is a compact business desktop. Its tested configuration (per PCWorld) uses an Intel Core i5-12500T processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and 256 GB storage, and HP's product line spans tower, small form factor, mini desktop and all-in-one designs. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which offers up to 64 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD in a mini PC form factor.
HP Pro Mini 400 G9 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | HP Pro Mini 400 G9 (tested model) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-12500T | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | 6 P-cores (per PCWorld) | 12 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 32 GB DDR5 |
| Storage | 256 GB | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi (configuration dependent) | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi (configuration dependent) |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC configurations support up to 64 GB RAM, compared with the 16 GB of the tested HP model.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC configurations offer up to 2 TB SSD, compared with the 256 GB of the tested HP model.
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The HP Pro Mini 400 G9 is a business-class desktop from HP's Pro Series, with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled as an option.
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Thinvent's Treo range includes the Intel Core i5-1240P and the newer Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, with dual LAN and optional dual band WiFi on selected models.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP Pro Mini 400 G9 if you want an established HP business desktop with a preinstalled Windows 11 Pro option and HP's support ecosystem. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a mini PC with more memory and storage headroom, or the newer Intel Core Ultra 5 125U platform.
