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DELL Refurbished

DELL Optiplex 3060 i5-8500 16GB 256GB desktop PC

SKU CH-4BST-CYV6V GTIN 753287926074

A compact business desktop with a six-core Intel Core i5-8500 at 3.0 GHz, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB SSD
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • CPUIntel Core i5-8500 3.0 GHz
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
  • Six-core i5-8500 handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 16 GB DDR4 keeps multitasking responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 11 Pro quickly
  • Slim 3.65-inch width fits tight desk spaces
  • Front USB 3.1 Gen 1 and HDMI simplify peripheral hookup

Business desktop for office tasks

The DELL Optiplex 3060 is a slim form-factor desktop built around an Intel Core i5-8500 six-core processor running at 3.00 GHz with 9 MB L3 cache. It ships with 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD, and Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 handles display output. This configuration suits general business workloads, web apps and multi-monitor productivity.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

The compact chassis measures 11.42" x 3.65" x 11.5" and weighs 11.6 lbs, limiting internal airflow compared with larger towers. Under typical office loads the 65 W class processor and solid-state storage keep heat output modest and fan noise low. Sustained multi-core work will raise temperatures and fan speed within the small enclosure. No discrete graphics card is present to add extra heat.

Build connectors and daily implications

The slim design restricts internal expansion slots and drive bays, so upgrades are limited to memory and the single SSD. Front I/O provides two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, two USB 2.0 ports and a 3.5 mm combo jack. Rear I/O adds two more USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort, one HDMI, one RJ45 Ethernet and one audio line-out. No optical drive is fitted. Buyers needing additional internal storage, a discrete GPU or legacy PCI cards should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $217.99
Cheaper than about 86% 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 3060
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
CPUIntel Core i5-8500 3.0 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core i5-8500
Base clock speed3 GHz
Processor cache9 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU9 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive256 GB SSD
SSD storage256 GB
Optical driveNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
GPUIntel UHD Graphics 630
Connectivity
Wired networkEthernet
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Front audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm Combo Jack
Video connectors1 x DisplayPort / 1 x HDMI
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm Audio Line-Out
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
Overall dimensions11.42 in × 3.65 in × 11.5 in
Product weight11.6 lb (5.26 kg)
Shipping weight4.58 kg
Package size503 × 470 × 445 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

How do I add more memory to the Optiplex 3060 and what step is often missed?

Open the small-form-factor case, locate the DDR4 slots on the motherboard, and press each module in until the retention clips click; the step often missed is seating both ends evenly so the clips engage fully.

What component in the Optiplex 3060 is most likely to need replacement after several years of daily use?

The 256 GB SSD has a finite write endurance, so after heavy workloads it will be the first part to require replacement; the 16 GB DDR4 memory and Intel UHD Graphics 630 have no moving parts and typically last the system's lifetime.

Which limit appears first when the i5-8500 runs sustained loads in the slim 11.42 x 3.65 x 11.5 inch chassis?

Thermal headroom is the first limit; the compact slim form factor restricts airflow, so the CPU will hit its temperature throttle point before the 65 W power envelope or the Intel UHD Graphics 630 becomes a bottleneck.

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