Dell sells desktop PCs in several form factors, including the Dell Pro Max Slim Desktop and the OptiPlex line. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is a compact alternative that covers a wide range of Intel Core and AMD Ryzen processors, with up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage, for business and industrial use.
Dell Desktop PC vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell Desktop PC | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3 to i7 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Not stated | Intel Core i3-1215U to i7-1255U | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U / 7530U |
| Cores | Not stated | 6 to 12 | 6 |
| RAM | Not stated | 4 GB to 64 GB | 4 GB to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor to minitower | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | No WiFi or Dual Band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs offer RAM up to 64 GB and SSD storage up to 2 TB across the range.
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Several Treo configurations include dual LAN ports, such as the Intel Core i5-1240P and Core Ultra 5 125U models.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are offered with or without Dual Band Wi-Fi 5, so you can choose the connectivity you need.
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The Dell Pro Max Slim is listed with Intel Core Ultra processors and AMD/NVIDIA graphics, which Thinvent Treo models do not list.
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Dell's OptiPlex range is listed with a support range of up to four simultaneous displays, which the Treo facts do not state.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell desktop if you need a particular Dell model or graphics option, such as the Dell Pro Max Slim with NVIDIA graphics. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a compact system with a broad choice of Intel Core or AMD Ryzen processors, large RAM and SSD options, and a choice of wireless connectivity.
