The Dell desktop is a business desktop that comes in several form factors, from compact to tower. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is the closest match for a compact Intel Core i5 desktop running Windows 11 Pro. The Treo with Intel Core i5-1240P is the nearest specific configuration, and the Treo with Intel Core 5 120U is a second option for buyers who want a 14th generation processor.
Dell Desktop vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Desktop (i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core 5 120U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core 5 120U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 10 cores, up to 5.0 GHz |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | 8 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Desktop (compact to tower designs) | Mini PC, 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm | Mini PC, 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
-
The Thinvent Treo with Intel Core i5-1240P supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM. The Dell desktop's RAM maximum is not confirmed in our data.
-
Thinvent Treo Mini PCs ship with a 2 TB SSD in both configurations shown, and the buyer can choose Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS or DOS.
-
The Thinvent Treo includes a VESA mount, two Ethernet ports and a 1000 Mbps Ethernet connection, with a fan-based chassis in an aluminium housing.
-
The Dell desktop is available in several form factors, including tower designs. The Thinvent Treo is a mini PC only.
-
The Dell desktop has a 9th generation Intel Core option in its family. The Thinvent Treo has 12th and 14th generation Intel Core processors.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell desktop if you need a tower or a larger desktop chassis from a single brand. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P if you need a compact desktop that runs Windows 11 Pro and can grow to 64 GB of RAM. Choose the Treo with Intel Core 5 120U if you want a 14th generation processor in the same compact chassis.
