The Dell Wyse 3040 is a compact x86 thin client built around the Intel Atom x5-Z8350 quad-core processor, with up to 2 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, running Wyse ThinOS or Wyse ThinLinux. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Neo S Thin Client with an Intel Celeron J1900 quad-core processor, 4 GB RAM and 128 GB SSD. It is a fanless thin client that runs Windows 11 Pro.
Dell Wyse 3040 vs Thinvent Neo S Thin Client
| Dell Wyse 3040 | Thinvent Neo S Thin Client | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Atom x5-Z8350 | Intel Celeron J1900 |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| RAM | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 8 GB or 16 GB eMMC | 128 GB SSD |
| Form Factor | Thin Client | Thin Client |
| Operating System | Wyse ThinOS or Wyse ThinLinux | Windows 11 Pro (other options: Windows 11 IoT, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Wireless | Optional Dual band 802.11ac with Bluetooth 4.0 | No WiFi |
| Displays | Up to 2 displays (2 DisplayPort 1.2) | 1 HDMI and 1 VGA |
| Ethernet | 1 x 1 Gb/s RJ45 | 1000 Mbps |
| Cooling | Not confirmed | Fanless passive cooling |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Neo S has 4 GB RAM against the Wyse 3040's 2 GB, and a 128 GB SSD against the Wyse 3040's 8 GB or 16 GB eMMC.
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The Thinvent Neo S includes a 128 GB SSD and runs Windows 11 Pro. Buyers can also choose Windows 11 IoT, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, or no OS.
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The Thinvent Neo S is fanless with passive cooling. We could not confirm the Wyse 3040's cooling design.
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The Wyse 3040 can drive two displays over DisplayPort. The Thinvent Neo S has one HDMI and one VGA output.
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The Thinvent Neo S has 2 MB processor cache and up to 2.4 GHz clock speed. We could not confirm the Wyse 3040's clock speed and cache from the available facts.
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The Wyse 3040 has built-in wireless as an option, with dual band 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0. The Thinvent Neo S does not include WiFi.
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The Wyse 3040 is Dell's smallest and lightest thin client, with flexible mounting options and a power draw under 4 watts.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Wyse 3040 if you want a thin client that runs Wyse ThinOS or Wyse ThinLinux, supports two displays, and includes optional wireless. Choose the Thinvent Neo S if you need more RAM, a 128 GB SSD, a fanless design, and a choice of operating systems including Windows 11 Pro.
