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Black Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF desktop PC i5-6500 8GB DDR4 240GB SSD

SKU CH-17M7-R2RC1

A compact business desktop with a quad-core i5-6500, 8 GB DDR4, 240 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive240 GB SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel B250
  • Quad-core i5-6500 up to 3.6 GHz handles multi-tasking smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps everyday workloads responsive
  • 240 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • DisplayPort and HDMI drive dual monitors without adapters
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connect wired and wireless networks

Compact business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF is a small-form-factor desktop built for office environments. It runs on an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor with a base frequency of 3.2 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz. The system includes 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 240 GB SSD for the operating system and applications. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed.

Office teams and home offices

This configuration suits workers who need a reliable machine for email, documents, web apps and video calls. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives two displays via DisplayPort and HDMI. Buyers who need discrete graphics performance for CAD, rendering or gaming should consider a different system. The 180 W power supply and compact chassis also limit internal expansion options.

240 GB SSD system drive

The primary storage is a 240 GB solid-state drive that holds the operating system and core programs. Users with large media libraries, databases or virtual machines will need additional external or network storage. No larger internal drive is included in this specification.

How it compares

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

Price $116.99
Cheaper than about 95% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name5050
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUIntel Quad-Core i5-6500 3.2 GHz Upto 3.6 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
CPU socketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel B250
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
CPU bus speed350 MHz
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4 2400
Memory configuration8 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots1
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive240 GB SSD
SSD storage240 GB
Storage configuration240 GB SSD
Disc driveDVD-RW
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Internal bays1 × 3.5 in (Internal), 1 x M.2 (Internal)
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPUIntel HD Graphics 530
GPU modelIntel HD Graphics 530
Audio & video
Audio chipIntegrated
Speaker setupInternal Speaker
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Front audio jacks1
Memory card readerYes
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1 port
PCIe expansion slots1 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 1 x M.2
Power
Power supply180 W
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 288-pin
Overall dimensions3.7 × 11.4 × 11.5 in
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Pointing deviceDell MS116 USB Optical Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Keyboard typeDell KB216 Wired Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I add more memory to the OptiPlex 3050 SFF, and which slot mistake should I avoid?

Install DDR4 DIMMs into the 288-pin slots; the board uses two channels so populate matching pairs first rather than filling a single slot.

Which component in this desktop will most likely need replacement after several years of daily use?

The 180W power supply is the part most likely to require replacement once its capacitors age under continuous load.

What thermal or power limit appears first when the i5-6500 runs at 3.6 GHz for long periods?

The 180W power supply and small-form-factor airflow limit sustained turbo before the CPU hits its own thermal ceiling.

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