The Dell OptiPlex 9020 is a business desktop from Dell, sold in a small form factor with Intel Core i7 processors and up to 16 GB of RAM. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with Intel Core i7-1255U, which uses a 12th-generation Intel processor and supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM and 2 TB of SSD storage.
Dell OptiPlex 9020 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| Dell OptiPlex 9020 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1255U | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Cores/Threads | Not confirmed | 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB | Up to 64 GB DDR4 (2 x 32 GB) |
| Storage | Not confirmed | Up to 2 TB SSD (M.2 slot) |
| Form Factor | Small form factor (SFF) desktop | Mini PC, 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm |
| Operating System | Not confirmed | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, Without OS, DOS) |
Key differences
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The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM, four times the 16 GB maximum of the Dell OptiPlex 9020.
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The Thinvent Treo has a 12th-generation Intel Core i7-1255U with 10 cores and up to 4.7 GHz. We could not confirm the OptiPlex 9020's processor generation or core count.
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The Thinvent Treo has dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, two USB 3.2 ports, and a VESA mount for attaching it to a monitor.
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The Thinvent Treo is available with dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), or without Wi-Fi.
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The Thinvent Treo is built with an aluminium housing and is rated for 0°C to 40°C operation.
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The Dell OptiPlex 9020 is a Dell-branded desktop with a different chassis. We could not confirm its storage options or the operating system it ships with.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Dell OptiPlex 9020 if you need a Dell-branded SFF desktop for an existing Dell environment. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need more RAM, a 12th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, and a choice of operating system, including Ubuntu Linux and Windows 11 Pro.
