DELL OptiPlex 3010 Desktop PC Intel Core i5 3rd Gen 8GB DDR3 512GB SSD DVD-RW Windows 10

Compact desktop for everyday tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 is a new desktop computer built around an Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 512 GB solid-state drive. It ships with Windows 10 Home 64-bit and includes a USB keyboard and mouse, making it ready for student or home-office work straight out of the box. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 handles basic display output through HDMI. A 16X DVD±RW drive provides legacy media support.

Fits a standard desktop footprint

The chassis uses a desktop form factor that sits on a desk and connects to an external monitor, which is not included. Two DIMM slots are populated with 4 GB modules each, leaving no free slots for memory expansion. Storage uses a 2.5-inch SATA interface; the motherboard carries an Intel H61 Express chipset with integrated gigabit Ethernet and audio. No discrete graphics card is present, so the single HDMI port is driven by the processor graphics.

Steady performance within fixed limits

Under sustained load the system runs within the thermal envelope of its compact case and integrated cooling, relying on the efficiency of the 3rd Gen Core architecture. The 512 GB SSD keeps boot and application response consistent compared with mechanical drives. Maximum supported memory is capped at 8 GB, so heavy multitasking or virtualisation will hit that ceiling. Windows 11 Pro upgrade media is available separately for users who need a newer OS.