The query "HP desktop computer without CPU" points to an HP desktop sold without a processor, such as the HP Elite SFF 800 G9 Desktop PC. We could not confirm the full configuration options for that model from the facts available to us, so the comparison below covers the HP Elite SFF 800 G9 by its listed name and the Thinvent Mini PCs that are the closest alternatives. Thinvent Mini PCs ship with a processor already installed, so the buyer does not need to add a CPU.
HP Elite SFF 800 G9 vs Thinvent Mini PCs
| HP Elite SFF 800 G9 | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Celeron N5095A | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Not confirmed | Intel Celeron N5095A | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz | 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz | 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz |
| RAM | Not confirmed | 8 GB DDR4 | Up to 32 GB DDR5 | Up to 32 GB DDR5 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | 128 GB SSD | 128 GB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | FreeDOS (Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux also available) | FreeDOS (Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux also available) | FreeDOS (Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux also available) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has an M.2 SSD slot with up to 2 TB of storage, and the Thinvent Aero with Core Ultra 5 is limited to a 128 GB SSD in the configuration shown.
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Both Core Ultra 5 Thinvent models have 12 cores with up to 4.3 GHz and support up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM.
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The Thinvent Mini PCs have dual LAN, two USB 3.2 ports, an RS485 option and a VESA mount for mounting behind a display.
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The Thinvent Aero Celeron model has Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 in one SKU and no Wi-Fi in another, and is the most compact choice at 1.48 kg.
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The HP Elite SFF 800 G9 is a Small Form Factor desktop. We could not confirm its processor, RAM, storage or operating system, so we have not compared those values.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP Elite SFF 800 G9 if you already need its HP business-desktop features and can confirm its exact specifications on HP's website. Choose a Thinvent Mini PC if you want a system that ships with a processor installed, has a choice of operating systems, and runs in temperatures from 0°C to 35°C or 40°C, depending on the model. The Treo Mini PC suits buyers who need large storage, and the Aero Core Ultra 5 suits buyers who need more processing power.
