The Dell Pro Max Slim is a small form factor desktop PC with Intel Core i5 processors, Wi-Fi, and Windows 11 Pro. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which is also a mini PC with Windows 11 Pro and Dual Band Wi-Fi. Both products use Intel Core i5 processors.
Dell Pro Max Slim vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Pro Max Slim (Intel Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1335U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| Cores/Threads | Up to 14 cores | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Up to 2000 GB | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, twice the 32 GB maximum listed for the Dell Pro Max Slim.
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The Dell Pro Max Slim is listed with up to 14 cores. The Thinvent Treo with Core i5-1240P has 12 cores, and the Core i5-1335U has 10 cores.
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Both Thinvent Treo SKUs include a 2 TB SSD, Dual Band Wi-Fi 5, Windows 11 Pro, and a VESA mount.
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Thinvent Treo systems can run Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, or no operating system, giving the buyer a choice of software.
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The Thinvent Treo is built with an aluminium housing and has an operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell Pro Max Slim if you want a Dell system with the processor and graphics options that Dell lists for that model. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need up to 64 GB of RAM, a choice of operating systems, or a compact aluminium mini PC with a VESA mount.
