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Small black Dell OptiPlex 3050 desktop tower with DVD drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF i5-6500 16GB 1TB HDD Windows 10 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-XN64-JC556

A compact business desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory, 1 TB SATA storage, HDMI and DisplayPort video outputs, and Windows 10 Pro pre-installed

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive1 TB HDD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170

Operating System Windows 10 Pro

Memory Capacity 16GB DDR4

SSD None

HDD 1TB

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz processor handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple applications responsive
  • 1 TB SATA drive stores large document libraries
  • Windows 10 Pro activated and ready for business use
  • HDMI and DisplayPort outputs drive modern monitors directly

Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF Business Desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 is a small form factor desktop built for business environments. It runs on a 64-bit quad-core Intel Core i5-6500 processor at 3.2 GHz with 6 MB L3 cache. The system includes 16GB DDR4 memory and a 1TB SATA hard drive. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed and activated.

Suits Office Users; Not for Multi-Display Legacy

This desktop suits office workers handling documents, web apps and email. The compact case fits tight desk spaces. Buyers who need VGA or DVI connections for older monitors cannot use this unit directly. The integrated Intel HD 530 graphics does not support a second display without a DisplayPort or HDMI adapter.

Single DisplayPort and HDMI Video Output

Video output relies on one DisplayPort and one HDMI port only. No VGA or DVI ports are present on the chassis. This single specification decides whether the desktop connects to your existing monitors without extra cables or adapters.

How it compares

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Price $345.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name3050
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUi5 6500
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive1 TB HDD
SSD storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
Optical driveDVD-RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPUIntel HD 530
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNone
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareFresh install and activated with Windows 10. Genuine Microsof Windows COA sticker will be attached to the unit.
More details
KeyboardNone

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade B units will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other surface imperfections. PC will show dings and/or scratches but does not effect any ports or lid operation. Grade B products are functionally equivalent to Grade A, and will include the same warranty and customer support as Grade A products. Pricing on Grade B products will typically be lower than Grade A products.

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Questions about this item

How much power does the Intel Core i5-6500 draw when the OptiPlex 3050 runs all day?

The i5-6500 is a 65 W processor, so sustained loads stay within that envelope; the small-form-factor chassis uses a single system fan that spins up only when temperatures rise.

Which display cables or adapters must I already own to connect a monitor?

The unit provides one HDMI 1.4 port and one DisplayPort 1.2 output — no VGA or DVI — so you need an HDMI cable, a DisplayPort cable or an active adapter for older screens.

Can I keep using my existing SATA hard drives or SSDs inside this desktop?

Yes — the motherboard includes standard SATA 6 Gb/s ports and the chassis has a 3.5-inch drive bay, so any 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SATA drive will install directly.

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