Dell sells desktop computers in several form factors, including compact, small form factor and tower designs. The facts we could confirm describe how to check a Dell computer's hardware configuration and cover the OptiPlex 3070 SFF and PowerEdge R740 models. We could not confirm the full processor, RAM and storage specifications of a single Dell model, so the table below compares Dell's compact desktop category with the Thinvent Treo Mini PC range, which covers Intel and AMD processors from 4 GB to 64 GB of RAM.
Dell Desktop vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Desktop (compact SFF) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Not confirmed | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz | 6 cores, up to 4.3 GHz |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor (SFF) | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has a VESA mount for fixing it behind a monitor or to a wall.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs run Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, or no operating system, so the buyer can choose the software.
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Both Thinvent Treo models have an aluminium housing, two Ethernet ports on the Intel model, and a wide operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C.
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The Thinvent Treo with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U has 12 cores, double the 6 cores of the AMD Ryzen 5 7430U model.
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We could not confirm the Dell model's processor, RAM, storage or operating system from the facts available, so we cannot state a difference on those points.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell desktop if you need a model from Dell's own support and warranty range and you can confirm its exact configuration on Dell.com/support. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact unit with up to 64 GB of RAM, up to 2 TB of SSD storage, and a choice of operating system.
