The Dell Desktop i3 is a range of desktop and all-in-one PCs built on Intel Core i3 processors. Its Mini PC models, such as the OptiPlex 7020 MFF, use the Intel Core i3-14100T. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U, which also comes in a compact Mini PC form factor and supports up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage.
Dell Desktop i3 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Desktop i3 (Mini PC, e.g. OptiPlex 7020 MFF) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1215U (Dual LAN) | |
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| Processor | Intel Core i3 (e.g. i3-14100T) | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core i3-1215U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 6 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 (as configured) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 512 GB NVMe SSD (as configured) | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (buyer can choose Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) | Windows 11 Pro (buyer can choose Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, which gives more room to expand than the 16 GB and 512 GB configuration of the Dell OptiPlex 7020 MFF listed above.
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The Thinvent Treo has a choice of operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux and Windows 11 IoT Value, alongside Windows 11 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo i3-1315U model has a 4.5 GHz maximum frequency and 10 MB cache. We could not confirm the Dell's maximum frequency or cache.
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The Thinvent Treo i3-1215U model includes dual Ethernet ports and an RS485 option. The Dell Desktop i3 listing does not describe these features.
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The Dell Desktop i3 range includes tower and all-in-one models. The Thinvent Treo is a Mini PC only, with a VESA mount for fitting behind a display.
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The Treo has a 0°C to 40°C operating temperature range and 20% to 80% RH humidity range, and is certified to BIS, RoHS and ISO standards.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Desktop i3 if you want a Dell-branded desktop, tower or all-in-one, or a Mini PC with the configuration you have already reviewed. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a Mini PC with high RAM and storage limits, a choice of operating system including Linux, or dual Ethernet ports.