Dell

Optiplex 3090 Ultra

CPU i5 1145G7

GPU Iris Xe 80EU

Max RAM 64GB

Drives 1

From $565

Seller Amazon

The Dell Optiplex 3090 Ultra is a mini PC powered by the Intel i5 1145G7 (11th gen). It features 4 performance cores and 8 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the integrated Intel Iris Xe 80EU. Supports up to 64GB of RAM across 2 slots at 3200 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 1 drive including 1 NVMe. Networking features 1 Ethernet port (up to 1G).

CPU & Performance

CPUi5 1145G7

Generation11th

P-Cores4

Threads8

Single-core54

Multi-core14

Socket0

GPU

GPUIris Xe 80EU

Discrete GPUNo

Integrated GPUYes

eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM64GB

RAM slots2

Max speed3200 MT/s

ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives1

NVMe slots1

Gen3 x41

SD cardNo

Ports & Connectivity

Max displays3

Network

Max Ethernet1G

vProN

Physical

Fan size65mm

Warranty3 yr

Power

TDP28W

Additional

Recommended for office work, web browsing, media playback, light home or business use, and larger multitasking workloads. Consider Dell Optiplex 3090 Ultra if you want a mini PC built around its listed Intel i5 1145G7 processor and Intel Iris Xe 80EU integrated GPU. It is less suitable for heavy gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads because no discrete or high-speed external GPU path is listed.

Dell Optiplex 3090 Ultra features Intel i5 1145G7 with Intel Iris Xe 80EU integrated GPU, offering the listed mini PC hardware configuration. CPU details include 11th CPU generation, 4 performance cores, and 8 threads. Memory support includes up to 64GB RAM across 2 slots at 3200 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 1 storage drive including 1 NVMe SSD slot and 1× PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe. Display support includes support for up to 3 displays. Port connectivity includes USB-C PD with video output at 100W. Physical design includes a 0 × 0 × 0 mm chassis (0L). Cooling information lists 65 mm main fan. Power information lists 28W TDP. Lifecycle information lists 3-year warranty.

Based on its overall score of 188.8, Dell Optiplex 3090 Ultra is positioned as a mainstream mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

Verdict

Best for

basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, larger multitasking setups.

Avoid if

you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet.

Alternatives

Pinova P1 — better value at comparable performance
GMKtec/Morefine Nucbox K11 4090M — higher performance ceiling
CWWK/Topton 1245U 8x2.5G — stronger wired networking for homelab use

Review

The Dell Optiplex 3090 Ultra is a compact mini PC built around Intel i5 1145G7 and Intel Iris Xe 80EU integrated graphics. With a listed price around $565, it is aimed at buyers looking for basic office work, web browsing, digital signage, larger multitasking setups. The core spec sheet is solid for its class: up to 64GB RAM across 2 slots at 3200 MT/s, up to 1 drive, including 1 NVMe slot (1 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe), 1 Ethernet port, and USB-C PD up to 100W. The 188.8 overall score suggests a more specialized or entry-level role, so it should be judged by fit-for-purpose features rather than raw benchmark ambition. The main reason to pause is fit: avoid it if you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet. Overall, the Dell Optiplex 3090 Ultra makes the most sense when its CPU/GPU balance, port selection, and expansion profile match your workload; otherwise, compare it against similarly priced mini PCs with better networking, quieter cooling, or stronger upgrade paths.