The HP desktop PC searched for here is a business-class desktop with an Intel Core i5 processor, up to 6 cores, up to 32 GB of RAM, up to 1024 GB of storage, Wi-Fi, and Windows 11 Pro. Note that the HP range covers several desktop families and processors, and we could not confirm the exact specifications of every HP configuration. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, which is also an Intel Core i5 system and is available with Wi-Fi.
HP Desktop PC vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| HP Desktop PC (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 6 cores | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Up to 1024 GB | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Desktop | 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 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 64 GB of RAM, which is double the 32 GB maximum of the HP desktop.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 2 TB of SSD storage, compared with up to 1024 GB on the HP desktop.
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The Intel Core i5-1240P in the Treo has 12 cores, which is higher than the up to 6 cores of the HP desktop.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC uses the same Intel Core i5 processor family as the HP desktop, so both suit everyday business and office workloads.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC lets you choose from six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux and Thinux Embedded Linux, while the HP desktop comes with Windows 11 Pro.
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The HP desktop is a full desktop tower with a larger chassis. The Thinvent Treo is a compact mini PC that is 199.5 mm × 181.5 mm × 29.5 mm and can be mounted on a VESA bracket.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP desktop if you want a Windows 11 Pro desktop from HP with up to 32 GB of RAM and a familiar full-size form factor. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM and storage, a compact footprint, or a choice of operating system including Linux.
