The HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini is a micro-form-factor business desktop first available in 2015, built around Intel 6th generation Core processors and the Q170 chipset. The closest Thinvent match for an i7 mini PC is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which offers a newer 12th generation processor, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini i7 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini (Core i7) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-6700 | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB DDR4-2133 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not stated | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Micro / mini desktop | Mini PC |
| Max Frequency | 3.4 GHz | Up to 4.7 GHz |
| Cache | Not stated | 12 MB |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM, compared with up to 32 GB on the HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini.
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The Thinvent Treo uses a 12th generation Intel Core i7-1255U, while the HP uses a 6th generation Core i7-6700.
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Thinvent offers SSD storage from 128 GB up to 2 TB, and the Treo is available with dual LAN.
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The HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini has a 3.4 GHz base frequency for its i7-6700, whereas the Thinvent Treo reaches up to 4.7 GHz.
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The Thinvent Treo can be ordered with Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or without Wi-Fi.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini if you need a familiar 6th generation Core i7 business desktop. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Core i7-1255U if you want a newer processor, more memory headroom and a wider storage range for multitasking and business workloads.
