The Dell OptiPlex is a line of Dell business mini PCs, sold in several processor and memory configurations. We could not confirm the exact processor, RAM or storage of the specific OptiPlex model you are looking at, so the comparison below uses the Dell OptiPlex family as a whole. The closest Thinvent alternatives are the Thinvent Aero Mini PC and the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, both sold with Intel and AMD processors and with several operating systems to choose from.
Dell OptiPlex Mini PC vs Thinvent Aero and Treo Mini PCs
| Dell OptiPlex Mini PC | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i3 to i5 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Celeron to AMD Ryzen 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Not confirmed for this model | Intel Core i3-1215U to Core 5 120U | Intel N5095A, AMD Ryzen 5 7430U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 6 to 10 cores | 4 to 6 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | 4 GB to 64 GB | 4 GB to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not confirmed | 32 GB to 2 TB | 128 GB to 2 TB |
| Form Factor | Micro mini PC | Mini PC (198 × 187 × 40 mm) | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) |
| 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 |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Aero and Treo lines support up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of storage, which we could not confirm for the OptiPlex.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 5 7430U has Wi-Fi 5 dual-band wireless, and the Aero Mini PC with Intel Core 5 120U also has Wi-Fi 5 dual-band wireless.
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The Thinvent Aero and Treo Mini PCs include a VGA port and HDMI output, and a front USB-C port on the Aero.
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Each Thinvent SKU lets the buyer choose the operating system at purchase, including Linux and embedded Linux options.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel N5095A is a lower-performance option with no wireless, while the Aero Mini PC with Intel Core i3-1215U has 6 cores and no wireless.
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The Thinvent Aero and Treo are built with a steel or aluminium housing and carry BIS, RoHS and ISO certifications, with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 35°C or 0°C to 40°C.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell OptiPlex if you need a specific Dell business configuration or Dell service and support. Choose a Thinvent Aero or Treo Mini PC if you need a mini PC with high RAM or storage limits, a choice of operating system, or Intel and AMD processor options.
