The Dell OptiPlex is a desktop PC family sold in several chassis sizes, including Micro, Small Form Factor (SFF) and Mini Tower (MT). The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is the closest Thinvent line for buyers who want a compact desktop with a choice of Intel and AMD processors, dual Ethernet and a range of operating systems. Our compact Treo models range from Intel Celeron to Intel Core Ultra 5, and from AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series. Several Treo models use the same processor families as the OptiPlex range, including Intel 12th and 13th generation Core processors.
Dell OptiPlex vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Dell OptiPlex (family) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, AMD Ryzen 5 7430U |
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| Processor | Not confirmed | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 32 GB DDR5 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Micro, SFF or MT, depending on model | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (other options: Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) | Windows 11 Pro (other options: Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
| Ethernet | Not confirmed | Dual 1000 Mbps LAN | 1000 Mbps LAN |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi on this SKU; Wi-Fi 5 dual band available on other SKUs | No WiFi on this SKU; Wi-Fi 5 dual band available on other SKUs |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U has two Ethernet ports. We could not confirm the OptiPlex's Ethernet port count.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 5 7430U supports up to 64 GB of RAM, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 model supports up to 32 GB.
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Both Thinvent Treo SKUs offer a choice of six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux and DOS, in addition to Windows 11 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has an aluminium housing with a VESA mount and a 0°C to 40°C operating range.
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Dell OptiPlex models offer several chassis sizes. The Thinvent Treo is available in one compact Mini PC form factor only.
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The Dell OptiPlex is also available in larger Mini Tower and SFF chassis, which allow more PCIe expansion. The Thinvent Treo does not have PCIe expansion slots.
Which one should you choose?
Choose a Dell OptiPlex if you need a specific chassis size, such as a Mini Tower with PCIe expansion, or a particular Dell service and warranty arrangement. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need a compact, fanless-free desktop with a choice of Intel or AMD processors, dual Ethernet on the Intel Core Ultra 5 model, and Linux or embedded operating system options.
