The HP EliteDesk 800 G1 SFF is a small form factor business desktop built around fourth-generation Intel processors and the Q87 chipset, with four DDR3 memory slots and SATA 6 Gb/s storage. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Aero Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which offers a newer processor generation, DDR4 memory up to 64 GB and a 128 GB SSD in a compact mini PC design.
HP EliteDesk 800 G1 SFF vs Thinvent Aero Mini PC
| Feature | HP EliteDesk 800 G1 SFF | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i3 to i7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel 4th generation | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i3-1215U to i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores | 6 to 10 cores |
| RAM | Four DDR3 slots | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | SATA 6 Gb/s | 128 GB SSD (up to 2 TB) | 128 GB SSD (up to 2 TB) |
| Form Factor | Small form factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Expansion | One PCIe 3.0 x16 slot | Not stated | Not stated |
| Power Supply | 240 W proprietary | 12V 7A or 10A adapter | 12V 7A adapter |
Key differences
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Thinvent offers a newer processor generation, with 12th to 14th generation Intel Core options against the HP's 4th generation platform.
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Thinvent's Aero line supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory, while the HP EliteDesk 800 G1 SFF uses DDR3 memory.
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Thinvent Aero models provide up to 2 TB of SSD storage, with optional Dual Band Wi-Fi.
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The HP EliteDesk 800 G1 SFF includes one PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for low-profile graphics cards, a feature the Thinvent mini PCs do not list in their provided details.
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The HP's 240 W proprietary power supply limits graphics upgrades to low-profile, single-slot cards.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP EliteDesk 800 G1 SFF if you need a PCIe slot for a low-profile expansion card or are maintaining an existing fleet of HP business desktops. Choose the Thinvent Aero Mini PC if you want a newer Intel Core processor, DDR4 memory up to 64 GB and a compact mini PC for general business computing.
