EliteDesk 800 G3 Mini vs OptiPlex 7050 Micro
Which 7th-gen box for a first home server? The differences that matter for a home server:
- EliteDesk 800 G3 Mini has a built-in path to a second network port (HP Flex IO module); on OptiPlex 7050 Micro you would need a USB adapter.
- Onboard Ethernet differs: EliteDesk 800 G3 Mini uses Intel I219-LM, OptiPlex 7050 Micro uses Intel I219-V.
Full spec comparison
| Spec | EliteDesk 800 G3 Mini | OptiPlex 7050 Micro |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2017 | 2017 |
| CPU generations | 6th gen (Skylake) / 7th gen (Kaby Lake) | 6th gen (Skylake) / 7th gen (Kaby Lake) |
| Most threads | 8 | 8 |
| Chipset | Q270 | Not listed |
| Max RAM (official) | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| M.2 NVMe slots | 1 | 1 |
| 2.5" bays | 1 | 1 |
| PCIe expansion | None | None |
| Onboard NIC | Intel I219-LM | Intel I219-V |
| Second NIC option | HP Flex IO module | USB only |
| Transcoding | Good for 4K HEVC; no AV1 decode | Good for 4K HEVC; no AV1 decode |
| Idle power (measured) | Not measured yet | Not measured yet |
| Spec confidence | Verify before buying | Widely confirmed |
At least one of these models has specs we have not fully verified against the official manual. Confirm slot counts for the exact machine type before buying.