Additionally, the OptiPlex 790 sports a multi-in-one media card reader and a number of case options.
The OptiPlex 790's Sandy Bridge processor options allow it to handle day-to-day use with minimal slowdown at the lowest configurations with higher configurations allowing for more intensive use. Its graphics options allow the OptiPlex 790 to handle high definition video even with integrated Intel HD graphics with its AMD Radeon HD 6350 and 6450 options offering superior gaming capability. Meanwhile, the OptiPlex 790's case options allow it to be suitable for HTPC use or full desktop gaming with options in between.