The Dell OptiPlex is a business desktop from Dell, sold with several Intel Core processors. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P. It uses the same Intel i5 processor family, supports up to 64 GB of RAM, and ships with Windows 11 Pro.
Dell OptiPlex vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex (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 | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Not confirmed | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without OS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without OS) |
| WiFi | Yes | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM, twice the 32 GB maximum listed for the Dell OptiPlex.
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The Thinvent Treo uses an Intel Core i5 processor, the same processor family as the Dell OptiPlex, so both are built on the same chip line.
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The Thinvent Treo lets the buyer choose the operating system, including Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, and DOS, in addition to Windows 11 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo is a Mini PC with a 199.5 mm × 181.5 mm × 29.5 mm aluminium housing and a VESA mount, so it can be fixed behind a monitor.
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The Dell OptiPlex is sold as a full desktop, and we could not confirm its exact form factor or core count from the facts available to us.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex if you want a Dell business desktop with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed and Intel Core i5 performance. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need up to 64 GB of RAM, a compact aluminium housing, a VESA mount, or a choice of operating system.
