The HP ProDesk Mini with an Intel Core i5 is a compact business mini PC with up to 16 GB RAM, up to 1000 GB storage and Windows 11 Pro. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which uses the same Intel Core i5 processor family, has up to 64 GB RAM and up to 2 TB storage, and lets you choose your operating system.
HP ProDesk Mini i5 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P
| HP ProDesk Mini (Intel Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Up to 6 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Up to 1000 GB | Up to 2048 GB (2 TB) SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
| Ethernet | 1 port | Dual LAN (2 ports), 1000 Mbps |
| Displays | Up to 2 | HDMI and VGA outputs |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 64 GB RAM, four times the 16 GB maximum of the HP ProDesk Mini.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 2 TB SSD storage, above the 1000 GB maximum of the HP ProDesk Mini.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has 12 cores, against up to 6 cores for the HP ProDesk Mini.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has two Ethernet ports, against one on the HP ProDesk Mini.
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Both models use Intel Core i5 processors and both offer Windows 11 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC lets you choose Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, no operating system, or DOS.
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The HP ProDesk Mini is an option where an HP-branded business desktop is required.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP ProDesk Mini if you need an HP-branded business desktop with Windows 11 Pro and up to 16 GB RAM. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, more storage, dual Ethernet, or a choice of operating system.
