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Black Dell OptiPlex 3060 desktop tower with wired keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3060 desktop PC i5-8500 16GB DDR3 500GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-9WBM-1BJ7G

Compact desktop with an Intel Core i5-8500, 16 GB DDR3, 500 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro for everyday work

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage500 GB
  • CPUIntel 8th Generation Core i5
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR3
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Intel Core i5-8500 hexa-core processor powers everyday tasks
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory handles multitasking and video calls
  • 500 GB SSD provides fast boot and quick file access
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
  • Includes wired keyboard and mouse for immediate use

Dell OptiPlex 3060 with Core i5-8500

The Dell OptiPlex 3060 is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core i5-8500 processor. It ships with 16 GB of DDR3 memory and a 500 GB SATA solid-state drive. Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed, alongside a wired keyboard and mouse. Wireless networking and Bluetooth are integrated for cable-free connectivity.

Suited for office work.

This system suits general business tasks, web browsing, and video conferencing out of the box. The two memory slots support a maximum of 32 GB, so users needing more RAM should consider a different platform. The single 500 GB drive may limit users with large local media libraries. Gamers or creators requiring discrete graphics performance will need another machine.

LGA 1151 socket defines processor upgrade path

The motherboard uses the LGA 1151 socket, which only accepts Intel 8th and 9th generation Core processors. Any CPU upgrade must match this socket and the system power limits. The DDR3 memory type also restricts compatible replacement modules to that standard. Verify your exact processor requirements before planning any changes.

How it compares

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

Price $278.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR3
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Year of release2020
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
CPUIntel 8th Generation Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5-8500
CPU socketLGA 1151
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM capacity16 GB DDR3
Memory configuration16 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
SSD storage500 GB
Hard drive500 GB
Drive interfaceSATA
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
In the box
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
In the box5G wifi/bluetooth adapter,wired keyboard and mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Keyboard typeStandard

Questions about this item

How do I install the DDR3 memory module in the OptiPlex 3060 and which step is often missed?

Open the chassis, align the notch on the 16 GB DDR3 stick with the slot key, press firmly until the retention clips click, then verify the BIOS shows 16 GB across both channels.

What maintenance or replacement will the OptiPlex 3060 need over time?

The 500 GB SATA SSD and 500 GB SATA HDD are the only moving or wear parts; plan to replace either drive if SMART errors appear or capacity runs out.

What limit appears first on the i5-8500 during sustained workloads inside the 3060 chassis?

The processor reaches its thermal ceiling before the compact case airflow can dissipate the heat, causing the CPU to lower its turbo frequency.

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