The Dell Precision 3280 Compact is a compact workstation built around a 14th-generation Intel processor, with support for up to 64 GB of DDR5 ECC memory and PCIe Gen 5 NVMe storage. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which offers up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, in a compact mini PC chassis.
Dell Precision 3280 Compact vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Precision 3280 Compact | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | |
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| Processor | Intel Core i3-14100 (listed option) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Cores/Threads | 4/8 | 12 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 ECC | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 2x M.2 NVMe | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Compact | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | Dual Band WiFi or No WiFi | Dual Band WiFi or No WiFi |
| Ethernet | 1x Gigabit Ethernet | Not stated | Not stated |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs with Intel Core i5-1240P offer 12 cores, against 4 cores listed for the Dell Precision 3280 Compact's Core i3-14100 option.
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Both systems offer up to 64 GB of RAM, with the Thinvent Treo using DDR4 and the Dell using DDR5-5600 ECC.
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The Dell Precision 3280 Compact supports ECC memory and PCIe Gen 5 NVMe storage, which are listed features of the Dell and not stated for the Thinvent Treo.
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The Thinvent Treo range covers several Intel and AMD processors, and buyers can choose between Dual Band WiFi and No WiFi.
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The Dell Precision 3280 Compact offers NVIDIA RTX graphics options and ISV certification for CAD, BIM and media applications, which are not stated for the Thinvent Treo.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Precision 3280 Compact if you need ECC memory, PCIe Gen 5 storage, optional NVIDIA RTX graphics and ISV certification for professional CAD, BIM and media software. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact system with a higher core count, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, with a choice of processors and wireless options.
