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Small black Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tiny desktop computer

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3040 Tiny i5-6500T 32GB 1TB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-DQGT-D55CZ

Tiny desktop with Intel Core i5-6500T, 32GB DDR4 and 1TB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500T
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Tiny form factor saves desk space
  • Intel Core i5-6500T up to 3.10 GHz handles daily workloads
  • 32GB DDR4 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • 1TB SSD provides fast storage capacity
  • Windows 11 Pro delivers professional features

Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tiny i5-6500T Desktop

This Dell OptiPlex 3040 Tiny desktop computer is a compact workstation built for office and home environments. It ships new with Windows 11 Professional pre-installed and includes a keyboard and mouse. The tiny form factor saves desk space while delivering dependable performance for everyday business tasks and general productivity.

Suits standard office users; not for heavy graphics

This system suits professionals who need a small, quiet PC for document work, web browsing and video calls. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 handles dual-monitor output through DisplayPort and HDMI. Buyers who require a dedicated graphics card for 3D rendering, CAD or gaming should look at a different chassis with expansion slots and higher power delivery.

32 GB DDR4 memory capacity

The unit provides 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, doubling the 16 GB baseline often found in this model class. This capacity decides whether the machine can keep many browser tabs, Office apps and background services open without swapping to the 1 TB SSD. If your workload fits in 16 GB, a lower-spec unit may cost less; if you need headroom for virtual machines or large datasets, this 32 GB configuration is the deciding factor.

How it compares

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

Price $275.99
Cheaper than about 76% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 32 GB DDR4
Higher than about 70% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 1 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500T
Memory
RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

How do I install the 32GB DDR4 memory in the Tiny chassis, and what step is often missed?

Open the Tiny case, insert the DDR4 SO-DIMM modules into the two slots until they click, then replace the cover; the step often missed is seating both modules fully so the latches engage on each side.

What maintenance or replacement will the 1TB SSD need later?

The 1TB SSD has no moving parts, so no mechanical maintenance is required; plan to replace it only if capacity runs out or SMART data reports wear after several years of writes.

What limit appears first when the Intel Core i5-6500T runs sustained workloads in this Tiny form factor?

The Tiny thermal envelope limits sustained turbo; the CPU will drop from its 3.10 GHz peak to base clocks once the compact cooler reaches its heat‑dissipation ceiling.

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