We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Small black Dell OptiPlex 3040 Micro desktop mini PC

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3040-Micro i7-6700T 8GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro Mini PC

SKU CH-M0P5-0H2QJ

A compact Mini PC with an Intel Core i7-6700T processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB SSD, HDMI, DisplayPort, Wi-Fi, and Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, plus a wireless keyboard and mouse included

  • CPU modelIntel Core i7-6700T
  • RAM capacity8 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
  • Intel Core i7-6700T at 2.80 GHz base and 3.60 GHz turbo for responsive everyday performance
  • 8GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple business applications running smoothly
  • 512GB SSD provides fast boot and ample file storage
  • Compact Mini PC form factor frees up desk space in any office
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with professional security features ready to use

Compact Mini PC for Office and Home Use

The Dell OptiPlex 3040-Micro is a space-saving desktop computer built around an Intel Core i7-6700T processor with a 2.80GHz base frequency and 3.60GHz turbo frequency. It ships with 8GB DDR4 memory, a 512GB SSD, and Windows 11 Pro pre-installed. This configuration suits general productivity, web browsing, and media playback in tight workspaces.

Display and Connectivity Constraints

Video output relies on Intel HD Graphics 530 driving one HDMI port and one DisplayPort, limiting the system to two external monitors. Integrated graphics share system memory and are not suited for 3D rendering, modern gaming, or GPU-accelerated workloads. The single RJ45 port provides wired networking, while wireless connectivity is available for cable-free setups.

Small Chassis with Front Access

The black mini chassis measures a fraction of a traditional tower, allowing placement behind a monitor or on a crowded desk. Two front USB ports and two front audio ports keep headsets and flash drives within easy reach. The included wireless keyboard and mouse complete the setup, though internal expansion room is minimal, so buyers who need additional drive bays or add-in cards should consider larger form factors.

How it compares

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

Price $211.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 512 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 11,342 items is 512 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name3040-Micro
Product typeDesktop PC
Product colorBlack
Processor
CPU modelIntel Core i7-6700T
Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
Base clock speed2.8 GHz
Processor cache8 MB
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
Ethernet port1 port
Size & build
Form factorMini PC
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

Is the 8 GB DDR4 soldered or can I upgrade it later?

The 8 GB DDR4 is installed in SO-DIMM slots, so you can replace or add modules up to the board limit.

What does the 2.80 GHz base and 3.60 GHz turbo mean for daily office work?

The four-core i7-6700T runs at 2.80 GHz steadily and lifts to 3.60 GHz for short bursts, keeping spreadsheets and browser tabs responsive.

Which video outputs does the 3040-Micro provide and what resolution ceiling do they impose?

HDMI and DisplayPort are both present; each supports up to 4K at 60 Hz with the integrated Intel HD Graphics 530.

More in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs

Similar items