The Dell OptiPlex 3090 is a compact business desktop offered in small form factor and micro configurations, with security features such as TPM 2.0 and an SED hard drive. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC, a compact mini PC range that spans Intel Core i3 to Core i7 and AMD Ryzen 5 processors, with RAM up to 64 GB and SSD storage up to 2 TB.
Dell OptiPlex 3090 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex 3090 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i3 to i7 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | |
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| Processor | Intel 10th Gen Core (Comet Lake) | Intel Core i3-1315U to i7-1255U (13th and 12th Gen) | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 6 to 10 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Up to 64 GB DDR4-2666 | 4 GB to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not stated | 128 GB to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor and Micro | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Security | TPM 2.0, SED hard drive, security lock slot, padlock loop, intrusion switch | Not stated | Not stated |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo card option | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or no Wi-Fi | Dual band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or no Wi-Fi |
| Power | 200 W PSU | 12V adapter (7A, 10A options) | 12V adapter (7A, 10A options) |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs with Intel Core i5-1240P offer up to 64 GB DDR4 RAM and up to 2 TB SSD storage.
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The Treo range includes newer 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U and Intel Core Ultra 5 125U options, and AMD Ryzen 5 7430U and 7530U alternatives.
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Thinvent Treo Mini PCs are available with Dual LAN and 6 COM variants on selected models.
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The OptiPlex 3090 lists TPM 2.0, an SED hard drive and an intrusion switch as built-in security features, which Thinvent's listed specifications do not describe.
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The Dell OptiPlex 3090 is built around a 10th Gen Intel Core platform, while the Treo range uses 12th to 14th Gen Intel and AMD Ryzen processors.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 3090 if your business relies on its listed security features, such as TPM 2.0 and an SED drive, or on Dell's standard office desktop support. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need higher RAM and storage ceilings, newer processor generations, or a choice of AMD Ryzen 5 processors.
