The HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini is a business mini desktop built around Intel Core i5 processors of the 7th generation (Kaby Lake). The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is a closest alternative with a 12th to 14th generation Intel Core i5 and higher RAM and SSD capacities. Both are mini form factor PCs.
HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5 12th 1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5 14th 120U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 (7th generation, Kaby Lake) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5 120U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB (as configured in tested units) | 64 GB (2 x 32 GB DDR4) | 8 GB DDR4 (maximum 32 GB) |
| Storage | Up to 1 TB SSD (as configured in tested units) | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi (Wi-Fi 5 dual band available in other SKUs) | No WiFi |
| Networking | Not confirmed | Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps) | Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps) |
| Operating temperature | Not confirmed | 0°C to 40°C | 0°C to 40°C |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P supports up to 64 GB of RAM, a higher memory ceiling than the 16 GB configurations we could confirm for the HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini.
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Thinvent Treo models come with a 2 TB SSD, and the buyer can choose from several operating systems.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has two Ethernet ports on some SKUs, and a VESA mount is included.
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The HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini uses a 7th generation Intel Core processor. The Thinvent Treo uses newer 12th and 14th generation Intel Core processors, which offer a higher core count.
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We could not confirm the HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini's operating system or wireless options.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP ProDesk 400 G3 Mini if you need a 7th generation Intel Core i5 mini desktop for an existing HP deployment. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a newer Intel Core i5 processor, larger RAM and SSD capacity, or a choice of operating system.
