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Small black desktop tower, compact business form factor

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF i5-6500 16GB DDR4 1TB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-JC4M-HFBHF

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD running Windows 10 Pro

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

Operating System Windows 10 Pro

Memory Capacity 16GB DDR4

SSD 1TB

HDD None

  • Quad-core i5-6500 delivers responsive multitasking performance
  • 16GB DDR4 memory handles multiple business applications smoothly
  • 1TB SSD provides fast boot and ample file storage
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed with genuine COA sticker
  • Compact small form factor fits tight office spaces

Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF Business Desktop

This small form factor desktop runs an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor at 3.2 GHz with 6 MB L3 cache. It ships with 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives one DisplayPort and one HDMI output. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed and activated.

Suited to office productivity

The compact chassis fits tight desk spaces and includes a DVD-RW optical drive. Buyers needing VGA or DVI monitor connections must add an adapter as neither port is present. Systems requiring discrete graphics expansion or additional internal drive bays should consider a larger form factor.

Video output limited to DisplayPort and HDMI only

The integrated graphics provide a single DisplayPort and a single HDMI port with no legacy VGA or DVI connectors. Older monitors without those inputs will require an active adapter or replacement cable to function with this desktop.

How it compares

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

Price $359.99
Cheaper than about 62% 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 SSD
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
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

Will the 3.2 GHz i5-6500 throttle under sustained load in the SFF chassis?

The compact case relies on a single system fan; sustained multi-core work can push the processor to its thermal limit, causing clock speeds to drop below the 3.2 GHz base frequency.

How loud does the fan get when the PC runs all day?

Under continuous load the single chassis fan spins up to an audible level typical of small-form-factor business desktops; idle noise is low but not silent.

Which display cables or adapters do I need since there is no VGA or DVI port?

The unit provides one HDMI and one DisplayPort output; you will need a DisplayPort-to-HDMI cable, a DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter, or a monitor with native HDMI or DisplayPort input.

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