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Black small-form-factor desktop tower with optical drive slot

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF i5-6500 3.2GHz 8GB DDR4 256GB SSD Windows 10 Home

SKU CH-SH3E-PF5FY

A compact business desktop with a quad-core Intel i5-6500, 8GB DDR4 memory, 256GB SSD and Windows 10 Home

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170

Operating System Windows 10 Home

Memory Capacity 8GB DDR4

SSD 256GB

HDD None

  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles daily workloads smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Home quickly
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus HDMI and DisplayPort for wired networks and dual displays
  • Small form factor fits tight desk spaces without sacrificing ports

OptiPlex 3050 SFF desktop for business use

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF is a small form factor desktop built for business environments. It runs a 64-bit quad-core Intel Core i5-6500 processor at 3.2 GHz with 6 MB L3 cache. The system includes 8 GB DDR4 memory, a 256 GB SSD, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 530. Windows 10 Home comes pre-installed and activated with a genuine COA sticker.

Suits office users; not for multi-display legacy

This desktop suits office workers who need a compact, quiet machine for productivity applications, web browsing, and video conferencing. Gigabit Ethernet provides reliable wired networking. Buyers who need VGA or DVI outputs for older monitors should look elsewhere, as the only video ports are one DisplayPort and one HDMI. The small chassis also limits internal expansion compared with larger towers.

Video output limited to DisplayPort and HDMI

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives exactly one DisplayPort and one HDMI port, with no VGA or DVI connectors present. Any display connection must use one of these two digital interfaces or an active adapter. This single specification decides whether the OptiPlex 3050 SFF fits an existing monitor setup without extra hardware.

How it compares

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

Price $151.99
Cheaper than about 93% 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 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 size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive256 GB SSD
SSD storage256 GB
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 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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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

Should I choose the 256GB SSD or look for a larger drive?

The 256GB SSD holds the operating system and everyday business files; if you store large media libraries or databases, plan to add a second drive.

What does the 3.2GHz i5-6500 deliver in daily office work?

Four cores at 3.2GHz with 6MB cache handle multitasking, web apps and document editing smoothly for typical business workloads.

Which video outputs does the HD 530 graphics support on this unit?

One DisplayPort and one HDMI port are available; VGA and DVI are not present, so older monitors need an active adapter.

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