The Dell OptiPlex Micro is a compact Mini PC from Dell's OptiPlex business desktop range, and it is built around Intel Core i5 and i7 processors. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P, which is also a Mini PC with an Intel i5 processor, 12 cores and up to 64 GB of RAM.
Dell OptiPlex Micro vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex Micro (Intel Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 series | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz | 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) | Up to 32 GB DDR5 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Networking | Not confirmed | 2 x 1000 Mbps Ethernet, no Wi-Fi | 2 x 1000 Mbps Ethernet, Wi-Fi 5 dual band |
| Mounting | Not confirmed | VESA mount | VESA mount |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P supports up to 64 GB of RAM, and the Dell OptiPlex Micro figures for RAM we could not confirm.
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Both Thinvent Treo models have two Ethernet ports, a VESA mount and a 0°C to 40°C operating range.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U uses DDR5 memory, while the Core i5-1240P model uses DDR4.
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Thinvent has a choice of operating systems on each Treo model, including Ubuntu Linux and Thinux Embedded Linux, alongside Windows 11 Pro.
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The Dell OptiPlex Micro is a Dell business platform with Dell's own support and driver channel, while the Thinvent Treo is supplied with an open choice of operating systems.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex Micro if you want a Dell business desktop that fits Dell's existing service and support arrangements. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need up to 64 GB of RAM, a choice of Windows, Linux or no operating system, and a VESA-mountable Mini PC with two Ethernet ports.
