The Dell OptiPlex 790 is a desktop PC built around a 2nd generation Intel Core i7 processor, and it can drive up to four displays. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, a 12th generation Intel Core i7 processor that also drives displays through HDMI and VGA and supports up to 64 GB of RAM.
Dell OptiPlex 790 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i7)
| Dell OptiPlex 790 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7, 2nd generation | Intel Core i7-1255U, 12th generation |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor, desktop and minitower | Mini PC, 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm |
| Displays | Up to 4 simultaneous displays | HDMI and VGA outputs |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or no OS) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo uses a 12th generation Intel Core i7 processor, a newer generation than the 2nd generation Core i7 of the OptiPlex 790.
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
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The Thinvent Treo has two Gigabit Ethernet ports, dual band Wi-Fi 5 on the wireless SKU, and a VESA mount.
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The Thinvent Treo has a choice of operating systems, including Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux and Thinux Embedded Linux.
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The OptiPlex 790 is designed to drive up to four simultaneous displays. The Thinvent Treo has HDMI and VGA outputs, so it drives fewer displays.
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The Thinvent Treo is a compact mini PC rather than a desktop or minitower chassis.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 790 if you need a desktop chassis and multi-display output for four screens. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7 if you need a compact, newer generation Core i7 system with up to 64 GB RAM, up to 2 TB SSD and a choice of operating systems.
