The HP desktop sold under the query "HP Desktop Online Purchase" is an HP small form factor PC. We could not confirm the exact model or the Intel Core Ultra 7 configuration it ships with. The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is the closest alternative from Thinvent's range, offering Intel Core processors, up to 64 GB of RAM, up to 2 TB of SSD storage, and a choice of operating systems.
HP Desktop vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| HP Small Form Factor Desktop | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 10 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Not confirmed | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 32 GB DDR5 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small form factor (Mini PC class) | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
Key differences
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Both Thinvent Treo models are Intel-based Mini PCs, so the processor maker matches the HP desktop's Intel platform.
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The Thinvent Treo i7-1255U supports up to 64 GB of RAM, with two 32 GB modules. Its SSD goes up to 2 TB.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has Dual LAN with two 1000 Mbps Ethernet ports, a VESA mount, and an RS485 option.
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Buyers can choose Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, or no operating system.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC is built in an aluminium housing and is rated for 0°C to 40°C operation.
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The Thinvent Treo i7-1255U SKU with no WiFi does not include wireless networking. The dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) version does.
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We could not confirm the HP desktop's Core Ultra 7 processor specifications, RAM, storage or operating system, so we cannot list a head-to-head difference on those points.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP desktop if you want a specific HP model with the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and its HP support. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need up to 64 GB of RAM, a wide choice of operating systems including Linux and no OS, or Dual LAN networking in a compact aluminium chassis.
