Dell's latest-generation CPU options in the provided facts centre on the OptiPlex 3070 Small Form Factor desktop, which uses a 10th Gen Intel Core i7-10700 processor with a 2.9 GHz to 4.8 GHz frequency range and 65 W rating. The closest Thinvent match with a comparable 10-core Intel Core i7 is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, which uses a newer 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1255U processor.
Dell OptiPlex 3070 SFF vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Specification | Dell OptiPlex 3070 SFF | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700 | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Generation | 10th Gen Intel Core | 12th Gen Intel Core | 12th Gen Intel Core |
| Cores | Not stated | 10 | 12 |
| Max Frequency | 4.8 GHz | 4.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Cache | Not stated | 12 MB | 12 MB |
| Processor Power | 65 W | Not stated | Not stated |
| RAM | Not stated | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Not stated | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor (SFF) | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Professional | DOS | DOS |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC offers a newer 12th Gen Intel Core processor generation than the 10th Gen Intel Core i7-10700 in the OptiPlex 3070 SFF.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC models support up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P provides 12 cores, against 10 cores in the Core i7-1255U model.
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The OptiPlex 3070 SFF has a higher stated maximum frequency of 4.8 GHz, and ships with Windows 10 Professional, whereas Thinvent Treo models ship with DOS.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC models are available with dual LAN and optional dual band Wi-Fi.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 3070 SFF if you need a Windows 10 Professional desktop with a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 and a 65 W processor rating. Choose a Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want a newer 12th Gen Intel Core processor in a compact mini PC with up to 64 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD storage.
