The Minisforum UN1250 is a compact mini PC built around the Intel Core i5-1250P, with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB to 1TB SSD depending on the configuration. For a closely matched alternative in a compact desktop form, the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P offers a 12-core Intel processor and RAM options that go well beyond the UN1250's 16GB.
Minisforum UN1250 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Minisforum UN1250 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1335U |
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| Processor | Intel Core i5-1250P | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| Cores/Threads | 12 cores / 16 threads | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| Max Frequency | Up to 4.4 GHz | Up to 4.4 GHz | Up to 4.6 GHz |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 (as listed in reviews) / 16GB DDR5 (as listed by retailers) | Up to 64GB (2 x 32GB) | Up to 64GB (2 x 32GB) |
| Storage | 512GB to 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD | Up to 2TB SSD | Up to 2TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Compact mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe | Not stated | Not stated |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 | Dual Band WiFi or No WiFi (configuration dependent) | Dual Band WiFi or No WiFi (configuration dependent) |
| Networking | 2.5G LAN | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Higher RAM ceiling: The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 64GB of RAM, compared with the 16GB configuration of the UN1250.
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Larger storage option: Thinvent Treo configurations offer up to 2TB of SSD storage.
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Same processor class: The Thinvent Treo with Intel Core i5-1240P uses the same 12-core processor family as the UN1250's Intel Core i5-1250P.
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Wireless choice: Thinvent Treo is available with Dual Band WiFi or with no WiFi, so you can select the connectivity your setup needs.
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Connectivity and graphics: The UN1250 lists 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi 6 and Intel Iris Xe graphics. These details are not stated for the Thinvent Treo.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Minisforum UN1250 if you want a compact desktop with a 12-core Intel processor, 16GB of RAM and built-in Iris Xe graphics. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need room to grow, with up to 64GB of RAM and up to 2TB of storage, or if you want the option to pick your own wireless configuration.
