The Dell i3 13th Generation Desktop is a compact desktop built around the Intel Core i3-13100 processor, with 8 GB RAM, a 512 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U, which uses the same Intel i3 13th Generation processor family. Its RAM and SSD options are higher, and it lets the buyer choose the operating system.
Dell i3 13th Gen Desktop vs Thinvent Aero Mini PC
| Dell i3 13th Gen Desktop | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i3-1315U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-13100 | Intel Core i3-1315U |
| Cores/Threads | 4 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 8 GB | 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | Up to 512 GB SSD | 128 GB SSD |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC supports up to 64 GB RAM, against the Dell's 8 GB maximum.
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC has 6 processor cores, against 4 cores on the Dell's Core i3-13100.
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC has Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and a 1000 Mbps Ethernet port.
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC can run Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, DOS, or no operating system.
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The Dell's SSD maximum is 512 GB. The Thinvent Aero Mini PC SKU shown here has a 128 GB SSD, and SSD options up to 2 TB are available across the Aero range.
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We could not confirm the Dell's dimensions or weight, so we have not compared them.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell i3 13th Generation Desktop if you need a Windows 11 Pro desktop with an Intel Core i3-13100 and 8 GB RAM for everyday office tasks. Choose the Thinvent Aero Mini PC if you need more RAM, a choice of operating system, or a compact fanless-free mini PC with 6 processor cores.
