The Dell OptiPlex 3060 is a business desktop built around an 8th generation Intel Core i7-8700 processor (6 cores, 12 threads) and sold with Windows 11 Pro. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which also has an Intel Core i7 processor, a Mini PC form factor and Windows 11 Pro. We could not confirm the OptiPlex 3060's RAM and storage ranges, so those cells are marked "Not confirmed" below.
Dell OptiPlex 3060 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Dell OptiPlex 3060 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U (Dual Band WiFi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8700 | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | 6 cores / 12 threads | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | Not confirmed | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Desktop (SFF/MT, Micro variants) | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual band |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is built on the Intel Core i7-1255U, a newer 12th generation Intel processor, with 10 cores against the OptiPlex 3060's 6 cores.
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The Treo supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 2 TB SSD, and we could not confirm the OptiPlex 3060's RAM and storage ranges for comparison.
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The Treo has dual LAN ports, two USB 3.2 ports, an HDMI and a VGA output, and a VESA mount for mounting behind a monitor.
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The Treo has a choice of operating systems: Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, or DOS.
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The OptiPlex 3060 is a desktop tower or small form factor PC, while the Treo is a Mini PC at 199.5 mm × 181.5 mm × 29.5 mm and weighs 1.52 kg.
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The Treo's operating range is 0°C to 40°C, with 20% to 80% RH non-condensing humidity.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 3060 if you need a desktop chassis with an 8th generation Intel Core i7 and Windows 11 Pro. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a newer 12th generation Intel Core i7 with 10 cores, support for up to 64 GB of RAM and a compact housing that fits behind a monitor.
