The Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro is a business mini PC with an Intel Core i5 processor, Wi-Fi, and up to 16 GB of RAM. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which uses the same i5 series from Intel and includes dual band Wi-Fi 5. It supports up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5-1335U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Micro desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (M.2 2230 slot) | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM, four times the 16 GB maximum of the Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro.
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Thinvent Treo supports up to 2 TB of SSD storage, which gives more room for data and applications.
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Thinvent Treo ships with Windows 11 Pro. Buyers can also choose Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, or no OS.
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Thinvent Treo has four front USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.2 ports, and a VESA mount for flexible installation.
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The Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro has a 2230 M.2 slot for its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card. The Thinvent Treo has a dual band Wi-Fi 5 module built in.
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The Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro is built on Intel 6th generation Core, while the Thinvent Treo uses 12th and 13th generation Intel Core processors, which offer newer performance and efficiency.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro if you need a compact business desktop with an Intel Core i5 and standard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more memory, more storage, a newer Intel Core processor, or a choice of operating systems.
