The Dell OptiPlex 9020 is a compact business desktop in Dell's Micro chassis, offering Intel Core i7 processors, a choice of hard drive, SSD or hybrid storage, and up to 32 GB of DDR3-1600 memory. The closest Thinvent alternative is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, a 10-core processor, which supports up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage.
Dell OptiPlex 9020 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Feature | Dell OptiPlex 9020 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7 (up to latest supported at launch) | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz | 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB DDR3-1600 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | HDD, SSD or hybrid | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Micro / Ultra Slim | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Not stated | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi | No WiFi or Dual Band WiFi |
| Operating System | Not stated | DOS | DOS |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, twice the 32 GB maximum listed for the OptiPlex 9020.
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Thinvent Treo offers up to 2 TB of SSD storage, with SSD as a standard storage option.
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Thinvent Treo includes dual LAN on the models listed, with Dual Band WiFi available on selected configurations.
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The OptiPlex 9020 is built on an older Intel 4th generation platform, while the Treo uses 12th to 14th generation Intel processors.
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The Treo i5-1240P configuration provides 12 cores, a higher core count than the 10-core i7-1255U.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 9020 if you need a compact, established business desktop and already have compatible DDR3 memory and Dell-based workflows. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more memory capacity, larger SSD storage and newer Intel processors for business, industrial or general-purpose computing.
