Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra vs Dell Optiplex 9020
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Dell Optiplex 9020, Core i7-4770, 32GB, 1TB SSD
What Buyers Say
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Mac, calling it a powerhouse and the best value for power users. They praise its multicore performance, GPU capabilities, and ability to handle demanding tasks like video editing and development without issues. The M3 Ultra is seen as a better value than the M4 Max, especially when configured with more memory.
Pros
- Powerful multicore performance
- Great GPU value
- Handles demanding tasks
- Fast exports
- Reliable and stable
Cons
- Single-core performance not noticeably fast
- Potential competition from M4 Max
Dell Optiplex 9020, Core i7-4770, 32GB, 1TB SSD
The product receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value, ease of setup, and compact design, with some noting it works well for basic tasks and even light gaming. However, several verified buyers report severe performance issues like freezing, crashing, and slow operation, with one unit failing to boot initially. The monitor lacking a stand and delayed delivery are also mentioned as drawbacks.
Pros
- Good value for money
- Easy setup
- Compact design
- Fast processor
- Great graphics
Cons
- Severe performance issues (freezing, crashing)
- Slow operation
- Monitor lacks stand
- Delayed delivery
- Initial boot failure for some units
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra | Dell Optiplex 9020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M3 Ultra★ | 3.2 GHz core_i5 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 28★ | 4 |
| Frequency | 3.5 GHz★ | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple M3 Ultra 60-core★ | Intel HD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 96 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | — | DDR3 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini-tower |
| Weight | 3.64 kg | 10.43 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 6★ | — |
| USB Ports | 2 | 10★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 x 6 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 0 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | WiFi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | — |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | — |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Dell Optiplex 9020, Core i7-4770, 32GB, 1TB SSD
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong port selection (72nd percentile)
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average gpu (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average cpu (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 9 of 25 specs.