The HP EliteDesk 800 G4 is a business small form factor desktop built around 8th Gen Intel Core processors, with support for up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and three SATA ports. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Aero Mini PC, which offers Intel Core i3 to i7 processors from 12th to 14th Gen, up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage in a compact mini PC design.
HP EliteDesk 800 G4 vs Thinvent Aero Mini PC
| Feature | HP EliteDesk 800 G4 SFF | Thinvent Aero Mini PC (Intel Core i5-1240P) | Thinvent Aero Mini PC (Intel Core i7-1255U) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8700K (8th Gen) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | 6 cores (12 threads) | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4-2666 | 4 GB to 64 GB | 4 GB to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | 32 GB to 2 TB SSD | 32 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo (M.2 2230 slot) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band, or No WiFi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band, or No WiFi |
| Display Outputs | Up to three monitors via DisplayPort 1.2 and optional third port | Not stated | Not stated |
| Power Supply | 250 W PSU | 12V adapter (10A) | 12V adapter (7A) |
Key differences
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Thinvent Aero Mini PCs use 12th to 14th Gen Intel Core processors, while the HP EliteDesk 800 G4 is built around 8th Gen Intel Core.
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Both products offer up to 64 GB of RAM, so memory capacity is comparable.
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Thinvent Aero Mini PCs offer SSD storage options up to 2 TB, with the HP listing a three-port SATA layout and two M.2 slots for expansion.
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The HP EliteDesk 800 G4 offers a 250 W power supply and support for up to three monitors, which suits multi-display desk setups.
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The Thinvent Aero Mini PC is a more compact mini PC form factor, while the HP is a small form factor desktop with more internal expansion options.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP EliteDesk 800 G4 if you need a business desktop with expansion options such as additional SATA drives, a 250 W PSU and multi-monitor output. Choose the Thinvent Aero Mini PC if you want a newer Intel Core processor generation in a compact mini PC design with up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage.
