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DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF i5-6500 3.20GHz 4GB 500GB Windows 10 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-DX8N-X3H9H

Small-form-factor desktop with a 3.20 GHz quad-core i5-6500, 4 GB DDR4 memory, 500 GB hard drive and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size4 GB
  • Storage drive500 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel B250
  • Space-saving small form factor fits tight workspaces
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.20 GHz handles everyday tasks
  • 4 GB DDR4 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • 500 GB hard drive stores documents and media
  • Windows 10 Pro provides business-grade security

Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF Business Desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF is a compact business desktop built for everyday office tasks. It runs on an Intel Core i5-6500 3.20GHz quad-core processor with 6 MB L3 cache and Intel B250 chipset. The system includes 4GB DDR4 memory and a 500GB hard drive. Windows 10 Professional comes pre-installed for immediate deployment.

Suits General Office Work Not Heavy Multitasking

This desktop suits users handling standard productivity applications, email and web browsing in a small form factor. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 supports basic display output without a discrete card. Buyers who need more memory for concurrent workloads or faster storage for large file access should look at other configurations. The single CPU socket and slim chassis limit future processor upgrades and expansion card options.

4GB DDR4 Memory Decides Everyday Responsiveness

The installed 4GB DDR4 memory is the key specification that determines how smoothly the system handles typical business multitasking. With only one memory module populated and a single CPU socket, the platform offers a fixed performance baseline for light workloads. If your daily routine involves keeping many browser tabs and office documents open simultaneously, this capacity may become a bottleneck. Consider whether this amount aligns with your software requirements before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $203.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 4 GB
Lower than about 97% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 4 GB DDR4
Lower than about 95% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUi5-6500
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
CPU socketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel B250
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
Memory
Memory size4 GB
RAM capacity4 GB DDR4
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive500 GB
SSD storageNo
Hard drive500 GB
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Memory card readerNo
Video connectors1 Display Port
Rear USB ports4
Rear audio jacks1 port
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
Overall dimensions11.4 in × 3.6 in × 11.5 in
Product weight11.3 lb (5.13 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

How do I add more DDR4 memory to the OptiPlex 3050 SFF and which slot mistake should I avoid?

Open the chassis, locate the single DDR4 SO-DIMM slot on the motherboard, insert the module at an angle until it clicks, then press down firmly; the common error is not seating it fully so the retention clips do not engage.

Which component in the OptiPlex 3050 SFF is most likely to need replacement after several years of daily use?

The 500GB mechanical hard drive has moving platters and will eventually wear out; replacing it with a solid-state drive restores responsiveness and reliability.

What thermal limit appears first when the Core i5-6500 runs sustained workloads in the small form factor case?

The compact chassis restricts airflow, so the CPU hits its thermal ceiling and throttles clock speeds before the Intel HD Graphics 530 or chipset become bottlenecks.

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