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Black and silver small-form-factor desktop tower with DVD-RW slot and front ports

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3010 SFF i5-3470 3.2 GHz 8 GB DDR3 500 GB desktop PC

SKU CH-VPJB-56FB8

A compact desktop with a quad-core Intel i5-3470, 8 GB DDR3 memory, 500 GB hard drive, DVD-RW and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Storage drive3.5 in 500 GB Hard Drive
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
  • ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
  • Intel Core i5-3470 quad-core processor runs at 3.2 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 500 GB 3.5" SATA hard drive stores documents and media
  • 16X DVD±RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed with restore media included

Compact desktop for everyday tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 SFF is a small-form-factor desktop built around an Intel 3rd Gen i5-3470 quad-core processor running at 3.2 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 3.5" 500 GB hard drive. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed alongside a 16X DVD±RW drive, USB keyboard and mouse. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 drives VGA and HDMI outputs for dual-display setups.

Fits tight spaces and standard peripherals

The SFF chassis saves desk room while providing Gigabit Ethernet for wired networking. Four 240-pin DIMM slots accept DDR3 modules if extra memory is needed. The 500 GB SATA drive can be swapped for a larger mechanical disk or a 2.5" SATA SSD using the existing drive bay and cabling. No dedicated graphics card slot is mentioned, so expansion relies on onboard video and the supplied ports.

Steady output for long sessions

The quad-core CPU maintains its 3.2 GHz clock during extended office workloads, web browsing and video playback. Integrated graphics share system memory, so sustained 3D rendering is limited. The single 3.5" hard drive delivers consistent sequential throughput for document storage and media libraries. Active cooling in the compact case keeps temperatures stable during multi-hour use.

How it compares

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Price $231.99
Cheaper than about 84% 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 drive3.5 in 500 GB Hard Drive
SSD storageNo
Hard drive500 GB
Storage configuration3.5 in 500 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 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

Will the Intel HD Graphics 2500 throttle during long rendering sessions?

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 shares system memory and has no dedicated cooling, so sustained heavy GPU workloads will hit thermal limits before the CPU does.

How loud does the small-form-factor chassis get when the i5-3470 runs at full load for hours?

The SFF case uses a single compact fan; under continuous load the fan ramps to an audible whir but stays within typical office background noise levels.

Does the 240-pin DDR3 motherboard need any extra parts before I can add more memory?

The board has two DIMM slots; one is already filled with the 8 GB module, so only a matching DDR3 stick is required to reach the maximum capacity.

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