The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF is a compact Intel Core i7 business desktop with Windows 11 Pro, up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory and support for two displays. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which also has 64 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD and Windows 11 Pro.
Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | Up to 4 cores | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | Not confirmed | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor desktop | Mini PC, 199.5 x 181.5 x 29.5 mm |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Displays | Up to 2 | 1 HDMI and 1 VGA |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi (dual band Wi-Fi 5 variant available) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC uses the same Intel Core i7 processor family as the Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF, and its i7-1255U has 10 cores against the OptiPlex's maximum of 4 cores.
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Both systems support up to 64 GB of RAM.
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The Treo Mini PC includes a 2 TB SSD. We could not confirm the OptiPlex 7040's storage configuration.
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The Treo Mini PC has dual LAN ports, a VESA mount and an aluminium housing with a powder-coated finish.
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The Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF can drive two displays. The Treo Mini PC has one HDMI and one VGA output.
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The Treo Mini PC is available with Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, without an OS, or DOS.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF if you need a Dell business desktop that drives two displays. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a mini PC with a 10-core Intel Core i7, up to 64 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD and a choice of operating systems.
