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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 3010 desktop tower with keyboard and mouse

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 3010 Desktop i5 3rd Gen 8 GB RAM 320 GB HDD DVD-RW Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-8YR7-0E475

A compact desktop with a quad-core Intel Core i5, 8 GB DDR3 RAM, 320 GB hard drive, DVD-RW and Windows 10 Pro, plus keyboard and mouse included

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Storage drive3.5 in 320 GB Hard Drive
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
  • ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
  • Ready for everyday tasks with Intel Core i5 3rd Gen 2.9-3.2 GHz processor
  • Smooth multitasking backed by 8 GB DDR3 memory
  • Stores documents and media on 3.5" 320 GB hard drive
  • Reads and writes CDs or DVDs via 16X DVD±RW drive
  • Connects displays through VGA and HDMI outputs

Desktop for home and student use

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor that runs between 2.9 GHz and 3.2 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 3.5-inch 320 GB hard drive for everyday storage. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit comes pre-installed alongside a USB keyboard and mouse.

Thermals, noise and power in normal use

Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 and the low-power quad-core CPU keep heat output modest during typical office tasks, web browsing and video playback. The small form factor chassis uses a single system fan that stays quiet under light loads. Gigabit Ethernet and the 16X DVD±RW drive add minimal extra power draw.

Behaviour under sustained load

When all four cores run near 3.2 GHz for extended periods the fan speed increases noticeably but remains within normal desktop limits. The 320 GB mechanical drive can become a bottleneck during large file transfers or heavy multitasking. Graphics performance is limited to the integrated HD 2500 engine, so 3D rendering or modern gaming will throttle quickly.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $127.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR3 RAM
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name3010
Part number3010
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
CPUIntel Core i5 3rd Gen 2.9 GHz - 3.2 GHz
ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration4 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/2
Max supported RAM8 GB
Storage
Storage drive3.5 in 320 GB Hard Drive
SSD storageNo
Hard drive250 GB
Storage configuration3.5 in 250 GB Hard Drive
Disc drive16X DVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPUIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Audio chipIntegrated
Speaker setupInternal Speaker
Connectivity
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
PS/2 ports2
Video connectors1 VGA, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
ChassisDesktop
Overall dimensions14.2 × 4.0 × 16.1
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseUSB Mouse
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Professional Restore Media
More details
KeyboardUSB Keyboard
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I install additional DDR3 memory in the 240-pin DIMM slots, and what step is often missed?

Open the case, align the notch on the DDR3 module with the 240-pin slot, press firmly until both retention clips click, then verify the new total in BIOS.

Which component will likely need replacement first after extended use?

The 3.5-inch 320 GB mechanical hard drive has moving parts that wear out faster than the solid-state components.

What performance limit appears first when the quad-core i5 runs at 3.2 GHz under sustained load?

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 shares system memory and thermal headroom with the CPU, so graphics-intensive tasks hit thermal throttling before the processor reaches its maximum frequency.

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