The Dell OptiPlex 3080 is a compact business desktop that is sold with several Intel Core i5 processors. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, which is also a compact desktop and has Intel Core i5 processors with up to 64 GB of RAM.
Dell OptiPlex 3080 SFF vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex 3080 SFF | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5 12th 1240P | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel i5 13th 1335U | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 (i5-10500 in the base configuration) | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 12 cores | 10 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor | 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) |
| Wireless | Not confirmed | No WiFi or Wi-Fi 5 dual band, by configuration | Wi-Fi 5 dual band or No WiFi, by configuration |
| Dimensions | Not confirmed | 199.5 mm × 181.5 mm × 29.5 mm | 199.5 mm × 181.5 mm × 29.5 mm |
| Weight | Not confirmed | 1.52 kg (net) | 1.41 kg (net) |
| Mounting | Not confirmed | VESA mount | VESA mount |
Key differences
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The Dell OptiPlex 3080 uses the B460 chipset and supports up to 64 GB of DDR4-2666 memory. The Thinvent Treo also supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, so memory capacity is equal.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i5-1240P has 12 cores. The Dell OptiPlex 3080 is sold with Intel Core i5 processors, and we could not confirm its core count.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has a choice of six operating systems, including Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux and Without OS. We could not confirm the operating systems offered with the Dell OptiPlex 3080.
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The Thinvent Treo Mini PC has a VESA mount for wall or monitor mounting and has up to 2 TB of SSD storage through an M.2 slot.
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The Dell OptiPlex 3080 is a small form factor desktop with a 3.5-inch drive bay option in its tower range. The Thinvent Treo has an M.2 slot for its SSD and no separate drive bay.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 3080 if you already run Dell business desktops and want the same platform across your office. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you want an Intel Core i5 mini PC with up to 64 GB of RAM, a choice of operating systems including Linux, and a VESA mount for compact installation.
