The Dell OptiPlex Micro is a compact business mini PC. The search facts confirm one configuration: an Intel Core i3-12100 processor with 8 GB DDR5 RAM. We could not confirm the OptiPlex Micro's storage maximum, operating system options or port layout from the facts available. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1315U, a mini PC built on the same Intel Core i3 series.
Dell OptiPlex Micro vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Dell OptiPlex Micro (i3-12100) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i3 13th 1315U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-12100 | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores | Not confirmed | 6 | 12 |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR5 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR5 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC (Micro) | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band | No WiFi or Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel i3-1315U supports up to 64 GB of RAM, against the 8 GB configuration confirmed for the OptiPlex Micro.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC supports up to 2 TB of SSD storage, and it has an M.2 slot for its SSD.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC lets the buyer choose from six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux and Thinux Embedded Linux.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC includes a VESA mount and has 1 HDMI port and 1 VGA port.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U has 12 cores, against the 6 cores of the i3-1315U.
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The OptiPlex Micro's storage, operating system and port options are not confirmed in the facts, so we do not compare them here.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex Micro if you need a compact Dell business desktop with the Intel Core i3-12100 configuration. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, larger SSD storage, a choice of operating systems, or a Linux option.
