The Dell micro PC is a compact Mini PC family from Dell, and the Dell Pro Max Micro and OptiPlex Micro lines are both described in the facts we could review. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, which is also a Mini PC with an Intel processor.
Dell Micro PC vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Micro PC (Intel i5 series) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel i5 series, model not confirmed | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 32 GB DDR5 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 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, or Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band | No WiFi, or Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual band |
| Ethernet | Not confirmed | 2 x 1000 Mbps | 2 x 1000 Mbps |
| Operating temperature | Not confirmed | 0°C to 40°C | 0°C to 40°C |
| Dimensions | Not confirmed | 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm | 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm |
| VESA mount | Not confirmed | Yes | Yes |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P supports up to 64 GB of RAM, and the Core Ultra 5 125U model supports up to 32 GB.
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Both Thinvent Treo models have two Ethernet ports and a VESA mount for wall or monitor mounting.
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Thinvent Treo models run Windows 11 Pro and can also be ordered with Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS or DOS.
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Thinvent Treo models have an operating temperature range of 0°C to 40°C and carry BIS, RoHS and ISO certifications.
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We could not confirm the Dell micro PC's exact processor model, memory, storage, operating system or wireless options, so those points are not compared here.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell micro PC if you want a Dell-branded compact desktop and can confirm the exact model and configuration you need. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need an Intel-based Mini PC with dual Ethernet, a choice of operating system, and up to 64 GB of RAM.
