The Dell small form factor desktop is a compact desktop PC from Dell's OptiPlex and desktop range. Dell has these PCs in several configurations of processor, memory, storage and graphics. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is a compact alternative with a choice of Intel and AMD processors, up to 64 GB of RAM, and a choice of operating systems.
We could not confirm the exact processor, memory, storage or dimensions of the Dell small form factor desktop, because the details we hold cover Dell's desktop range rather than one model. The comparison below uses the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 5 7430U, and a Thinvent Treo Mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, which are the closest Thinvent configurations.
Dell Desktop Small vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Desktop Small (small form factor) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | |
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| Processor | Not confirmed | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 6 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB | Up to 32 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor | Mini PC, 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm | Mini PC, 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro; also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS | Windows 11 Pro; also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi (Wi-Fi variants available) | No WiFi (Wi-Fi variants available) |
| Mounting | Not confirmed | VESA mount | VESA mount |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 5 7430U supports up to 64 GB of RAM, twice the 32 GB maximum of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U configuration.
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Both Thinvent configurations let the buyer choose from six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux and Thinux Embedded Linux.
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Both Thinvent configurations use an aluminium housing with a powder-coated finish and have a VESA mount.
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We could not confirm the Dell desktop's processor, memory or storage options, so a detailed performance comparison is not included here.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact PC with a choice of operating system, including Linux, and up to 64 GB of RAM. Choose the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U configuration if you need 12 cores, or the AMD Ryzen 5 7430U configuration if you need more RAM.
