Dell sells a wide range of desktop computers, including the OptiPlex Micro Form Factor line and the Dell Pro Max Small Form Factor AI PC. Thinvent offers a comparable range of compact mini PCs with Intel and AMD processors, and the Thinvent Treo Mini PC is the closest match for a Dell small form factor desktop in the same processor class.
Dell OptiPlex 7020 MFF vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Dell OptiPlex 7020 MFF | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1235U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel 2nd generation Core i7 vPro (as stated) | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i5-1235U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 10 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR5 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB PCIe M.2 SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Micro Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi (model dependent) | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi (model dependent) |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer LAN and SSD options up to 2 TB with RAM up to 64 GB, matching the storage and memory ceiling of the OptiPlex 7020 MFF.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is available with a choice of Intel Core i7-1255U, Core Ultra 5 125U, Core i5-1240P and Core i5-1235U processors, so buyers can pick a processor class within one product line.
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Thinvent offers both no-WiFi and Dual Band WiFi versions, so the wireless option can be chosen at purchase.
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The OptiPlex 7020 MFF is positioned for vPro management features, which are not described in the Thinvent product details.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell OptiPlex micro desktop if your organisation relies on Dell's vPro management tools and Dell support. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact Intel-based mini PC with up to 64 GB RAM and up to 2 TB storage, and a choice of processor and wireless configuration.
