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Small black desktop tower, slim form factor, wired keyboard and mouse included

DELL

DELL Optiplex 3050 i5-6500 8GB 256GB SSD Win10 Pro Black

SKU CH-NVEA-DBFR8

A compact business desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SATA SSD, ready for Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB SATA Hard Drive
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
  • CPUIntel Core i5-6500 4 Core Processor
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles daily workloads
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB SATA SSD boots Windows 10 Pro quickly
  • Small form factor fits tight desk spaces
  • Wired keyboard and mouse included for immediate use

Ready-to-use business desktop

The Dell Optiplex 3050 is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor running at 3.2 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SATA solid-state drive. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed, and a wired keyboard and mouse are included in the box.

Check power and display connections

Verify that your workspace has a free mains socket for the system unit and a monitor with an HDMI input. The integrated Intel HD Graphics drive the display through the single HDMI port; no discrete graphics card is present. Four USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 ports handle peripherals, and the maximum supported memory is 32 GB.

Low heat and quiet operation

The small form factor chassis and integrated graphics keep thermal output modest during typical office tasks such as document editing and web browsing. Fan noise remains low in normal use, and the SATA SSD has no moving parts. Power draw stays restrained compared with larger tower workstations.

How it compares

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

Price $277.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Storage drive 256 GB SATA Hard Drive
Lower than about 70% of the 3,890 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameOptiplex
Model nameOptiplex 3050
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUIntel Core i5-6500 4 Core Processor
CPU model3.2 GHz
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive256 GB SATA Hard Drive
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Drive interfaceSATA
Disc drive detailsDVD Player
External bays0
Internal bays0
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Display capabilities2 Displays Supported
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
GPUIntegrated Graphics
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Media slotsMedia Reader Not Included
Front USB ports2
Video connectors1 HDMI
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
Overall dimensions11.4 × 3.7 × 11.5
Product weight11.3 lb (5.13 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseWired Mouse Included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardWired Keyboard Included

Questions about this item

Does the Optiplex 3050 come with a monitor, or do I need to buy one separately?

The box includes a wired keyboard and a wired mouse. A monitor is not included and must be purchased separately.

Should I choose the 8 GB DDR4 configuration or upgrade toward the 32 GB maximum?

The system ships with 8 GB DDR4 and supports up to 32 GB. For general office work 8 GB is adequate; add a second module if you run multiple heavy applications.

What does the 3.2 GHz quad-core i5-6500 actually deliver in daily use?

The 3.2 GHz quad-core processor with 6 MB cache handles typical business multitasking, web browsing and document editing smoothly using integrated graphics.

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