The Dell desktop with Intel Core i7-14700 is a business tower computer with 16 GB DDR5 RAM, a 1 TB PCIe SSD and Windows 11 Pro. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which has more RAM and storage capacity and a choice of operating systems.
Dell Desktop i7-14700 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Intel Core i7)
| Dell Desktop (Intel Core i7-14700) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-14700 | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | 20 cores / 28 threads | 10 cores |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1 TB PCIe SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Tower | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux™ Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS |
| Display Outputs | Dual 4K support | HDMI 1, VGA 1 |
| Ethernet | Not confirmed | 2 x 1000 Mbps Ethernet |
| Dimensions | Not confirmed | 199.5 mm × 181.5 mm × 29.5 mm |
| Weight | Not confirmed | 1.52 kg |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM, while the Dell desktop is configured with 16 GB.
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 2 TB of SSD storage, while the Dell desktop has a 1 TB PCIe SSD.
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The Thinvent Treo lets the buyer choose from six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux and Windows 11 IoT Value. The Dell desktop runs Windows 11 Pro.
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The Thinvent Treo includes dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and a VESA mount for fitting behind a monitor.
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The Dell desktop has more processor cores (20 against 10) and a faster processor generation (14th against 12th).
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The Dell desktop is a full tower and has dual 4K display support. The Thinvent Treo has one HDMI and one VGA output.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell desktop if you need the newer Intel Core i7-14700 with 20 cores and dual 4K display support. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U if you need a compact system with more RAM and storage, dual Ethernet, or a choice of operating system.
