Dell OptiPlex 7090 review: specs, options & used prices

What this machine is

The Dell OptiPlex 7090 belongs to the class of machines that filled offices for years and now fills the secondary market — practical, repairable, and priced accordingly.

Corporate fleets retire machines like this in batches, which is why the used supply is steady and prices stay predictable.

Tracked used listings cluster around a median of $180 (5 active listings at the time of writing).

Configurations you will actually see

The CPU options we track for the OptiPlex 7090 are the Core i5-10505, Core i5-10600 and Core i7-10700. These are 10th-generation Intel Core parts. From the 8th generation on, these generally meet Windows 11 requirements.

Memory options run from 8 GB to 16 GB (8 GB, 16 GB). 8 GB is workable for one person; 16 GB is the comfortable setting for typical office and home use.

Solid-state storage options include 128GB NVMe, 256GB NVMe and 256GB SSD.

Upgrade path and running costs

The compact chassis accepts standard low-profile parts, and drive bays are typically accessible without tools. The trade-off is a small, often proprietary power supply — check it before planning any graphics add-on.

Our compactness rating for this chassis: 75/100 — compact by design.

Who it fits

If the task is browsing, office documents, video calls, or a kiosk/POS role, the OptiPlex 7090 does the job at a low sensible price.

The spec sheet carries the full option ladder and tracked prices; for context, browse the desktop catalog or the Dell desktops page.

Verdict

The case for the OptiPlex 7090 is simple: standard parts, predictable supply, and a price that leaves room in the budget for upgrades.

Buy it when you need a cheap, repairable machine for its class of work, and verify the configuration before paying — RAM and storage vary widely between listings. Tracked prices span $124 to $240, and most of that spread is configuration, not condition.

Our composite LB Score currently sits at 20/100 — a score that mostly reflects the platform age — use it to compare like with like, not against modern hardware.