The Dell OptiPlex 5050 is a compact business desktop with a Small Form Factor (SFF) chassis, an Intel Core i5 processor and support for up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5 processors, which also supports up to 64 GB of RAM and runs Windows 11 Pro.
Dell OptiPlex 5050 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Dell OptiPlex 5050 SFF | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 (Gen 7 series) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 10 cores, up to 4.6 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 3.5-inch HDD and M.2 PCIe SSD slot | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, the same maximum as the OptiPlex 5050.
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The Thinvent Treo runs Windows 11 Pro. The OptiPlex 5050 runs Windows 10 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo i5-1240P has 12 cores. The OptiPlex 5050 supports the Intel Core i5 series, but we could not confirm its core count.
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The OptiPlex 5050 has a 3.5-inch drive bay for a hard drive. The Thinvent Treo has an M.2 slot for its SSD and does not have a 3.5-inch drive bay.
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The OptiPlex 5050 can take a low-profile graphics card through its PCIe slots. The Thinvent Treo does not have a PCIe slot listed in its specifications.
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The Thinvent Treo is a Mini PC with a VESA mount, which suits mounting behind a monitor.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 5050 if you need a 3.5-inch drive bay or a PCIe slot for a low-profile graphics card. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a smaller system with up to 2 TB of SSD storage, Windows 11 Pro, and a VESA mount for desk or monitor installation.
