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DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3010 SFF Desktop PC i5-3470 3.2 GHz 8 GB DDR3 512 GB SSD

SKU CH-SFJM-4KHZF

Compact SFF desktop with Intel Core i5-3470, 8 GB DDR3, 512 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Storage drive2.5 in 512 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
  • ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
  • Quad-core i5-3470 at 3.2 GHz handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 512 GB SATA SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • Built-in DVD±RW drive reads and writes optical media
  • Compact SFF chassis includes USB keyboard and mouse

Dell OptiPlex 3010 SFF for Home and Office

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 SFF desktop is built for everyday home and office tasks. It ships with an Intel 3rd Gen i5-3470 3.20 GHz quad-core processor and 8 GB of DDR3 RAM. A 2.5" 512 GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and application loading. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed and ready to use.

Thermals Noise and Power in Normal Use

The small form factor case houses the 3.2 GHz quad-core CPU and integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500. A 16X DVD±RW drive and Gigabit Ethernet port are included. Under typical office workloads the system runs quietly and draws modest power. The bundled USB keyboard and mouse complete the desktop setup without extra cables.

Behaviour Under Sustained Load

During extended multi-tasking the 8 GB DDR3 memory and 512 GB SSD maintain responsive performance. Integrated graphics handle standard business applications and video playback without a discrete card. The compact SFF chassis limits internal expansion compared with larger towers. Buyers who need more storage bays or a dedicated GPU should consider a different form factor.

How it compares

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

Price $360.99
Cheaper than about 62% 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 numberQuad CPU
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
CPUIntel 3rd Gen i5-3470 3.2 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core i5-3470
ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration2 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/2
Max supported RAM8 GB
Storage
Storage drive2.5 in 512 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2.5 in 512 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
Disc drive16X DVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPUIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPU modelIntergrated
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Audio chipIntegrated
Speaker setupInternal Speaker
Connectivity
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11n
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
ChassisSFF
Overall dimensions14.2 × 4.0 × 16.1
In the box
Bundled mouseUSB Mouse
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
In the boxUSB Keyboard + Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Restore Media
More details
KeyboardUSB Keyboard
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I install extra RAM in the OptiPlex 3010 SFF and what step is often missed?

Open the small-form-factor case, locate the two DIMM 240-pin slots, insert DDR3 modules until the retention clips click, then verify the new total in BIOS.

Which component in this desktop will most likely need replacement first?

The 16X DVD±RW optical drive contains moving parts and a laser that degrade with repeated disc access, unlike the solid-state drive or integrated graphics.

What performance limit appears first during a long, heavy workload on the Core i5-3470?

The Intel HD Graphics 2500 integrated GPU shares system memory and thermal headroom with the CPU, so sustained 3D or video tasks hit graphics bottlenecks before storage or network limits.

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