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DELL OptiPlex 3010 desktop PC 3rd Gen i3 4GB DDR3 250GB HDD

SKU CH-YFF0-H54H1

A desktop PC with a 3rd Gen dual-core i3, 4 GB DDR3 memory and a 3.5" 250 GB SATA hard drive, supplied with USB keyboard and mouse

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i3 3rd Gen
  • Memory size4 GB DDR3 Desktop
  • Storage drive3.5 in 250 GB SATA Hard Drive
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
  • ChipsetIntel H61
  • 3rd Gen dual-core i3 handles everyday tasks
  • 4 GB DDR3 memory runs office apps smoothly
  • 250 GB 3.5" SATA drive stores documents
  • HDMI plus VGA outputs connect two displays
  • Intel Gigabit Ethernet gives wired network speed

Ready-to-use desktop for everyday tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 is a compact desktop computer built around a 3rd Gen dual-core i3 processor and 4 GB of DDR3 memory. It ships with a 3.5 inch 250 GB SATA hard drive and includes a DVD drive, USB keyboard and USB mouse. A Windows 7 COA label is present but no operating system is installed, so the buyer provides their own software. This unit suits students, home offices or light administrative work.

Steady performance on typical workloads

The dual-core CPU and 4 GB of RAM handle web browsing, document editing and video playback without difficulty. The Intel H61 chipset and integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 drive both HDMI and VGA outputs for dual-display setups. Eight USB 2.0 ports give ample connectivity for peripherals. Sustained office tasks run within the thermal envelope of the chassis, and the memory can be expanded to 8 GB if heavier multitasking is needed later.

Quiet operation and modest power draw

Integrated graphics and a single mechanical drive keep heat output low during normal use. The system fan runs at modest speeds, so acoustic output stays unobtrusive in a quiet room. Gigabit Ethernet provides a wired network link without adding a separate card. Power consumption remains modest, matching the expectations for a small-form-factor office desktop of this class.

How it compares

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

Price $280.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 4 GB DDR3 Desktop
Lower than about 97% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 4 GB DDR3
Lower than about 95% 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 i3 3rd Gen
CPU3rd Gen DUAL Core i3
ChipsetIntel H61
Memory
Memory size4 GB DDR3 Desktop
RAM capacity4 GB DDR3
Memory configuration2 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/2
Max supported RAM8 GB
Storage
Storage drive3.5 in 250 GB SATA Hard Drive
SSD storageNo
Hard drive250 GB
Storage configuration3.5 in 250 GB SATA Hard Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD-ROM
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Connectivity
Wired networkEthernet
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
Video connectors1 VGA, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
In the box
Bundled mouseUSB
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemNo
More details
KeyboardUSB
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How much heat and power does the 3rd Gen i3 and 250 GB 3.5" SATA drive add when the system runs all day?

The 3rd Gen dual-core i3 and the 3.5" 250 GB SATA hard drive are low-power components; the Intel H61 chipset and integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 keep thermal output modest for continuous home-office use.

What must I already own to start using this desktop?

You need a monitor with HDMI or VGA input, a power cable, and an operating system to install because the unit ships with a Windows 7 COA but no OS pre-loaded.

Will my older USB 2.0 keyboard, mouse and external drive work with the eight USB 2.0 ports on this OptiPlex 3010?

Yes, all eight ports are USB 2.0 so existing USB 2.0 keyboards, mice and external drives connect directly without adapters.

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