The Dell tiny desktop in this query is a compact Mini PC with an Intel Core i5 processor (up to 4 cores), up to 32 GB RAM, up to 1000 GB storage and Wi-Fi. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores). It has up to 64 GB RAM and up to 2 TB SSD, and it runs Windows 11 Pro by default.
Tiny Dell Desktop vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Tiny Dell Desktop (Intel Core i5) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Up to 4 cores | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Up to 1000 GB | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC (199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
Key differences
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More cores: The Thinvent Treo uses an Intel Core i5-1240P with 12 cores. The Dell's maximum is 4 cores.
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Higher RAM maximum: The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB RAM, against a 32 GB maximum for the Dell.
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Higher storage maximum: The Thinvent Treo supports up to 2 TB SSD, against 1000 GB for the Dell.
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Same processor brand: Both products use an Intel Core i5 processor.
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Operating system choice: The Thinvent Treo lets the buyer choose Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, Without OS or DOS. We could not confirm the operating system options for the Dell.
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Wi-Fi: Both products have Wi-Fi. The Thinvent Treo has dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). We could not confirm the Dell's Wi-Fi standard.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell if you want a compact Intel Core i5 Mini PC with the Dell brand and support for up to 32 GB RAM. Choose the Thinvent Treo if you need more cores, up to 64 GB RAM, up to 2 TB SSD, or a choice of operating system including Linux.
