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Black Dell OptiPlex 3060 small form factor desktop computer

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3060 SFF desktop PC i5-8500 16GB 256GB SSD Windows 11

SKU CH-5J0M-C8PW5

A compact desktop with a six-core i5-8500, 16 GB memory and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 11 Home

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • CPU modelHexa-Core i5-8500
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Home
  • Six-core i5-8500 handles multitasking smoothly
  • 16 GB memory supports 64 GB maximum upgrades
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 11 fast
  • Intel UHD 630 graphics drives HDMI and DisplayPort
  • USB Wi-Fi adapter adds wireless connectivity out of the box

OptiPlex 3060 SFF desktop PC

The Dell OptiPlex 3060 SFF is a compact desktop built around an Intel Core i5-8500 six-core processor running at 3 GHz. It ships with 16 GB of memory and a 256 GB SSD, with Windows 11 Home pre-installed. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 drives the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs. The small-form-factor chassis fits tight office spaces or home workstations.

Intel UHD Graphics 630 limits

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 handles everyday productivity, web browsing and video playback without a discrete card. It is not suited for modern 3D gaming, GPU-accelerated rendering or heavy compute workloads. The SFF chassis and power supply restrict aftermarket graphics upgrades to low-profile, low-power cards only. Buyers who need more graphics performance should consider a tower system with a larger power budget.

Upgrade path from older SFF units

This unit replaces ageing dual-core or quad-core SFF desktops that struggle with current multitasking and Windows 11 requirements. The six-core i5-8500 and 16 GB of RAM deliver a clear step up for office suites, video calls and light content creation. Memory can be expanded to 64 GB across two slots if workloads grow. The jump is worth it when the old machine feels sluggish on typical business tasks.

How it compares

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

Price $157.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.
SSD storage 256 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name3060
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelHexa-Core i5-8500
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB
Memory slots2
Max supported RAM64 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Storage configuration256 GB SSD
Drive interfaceSSD
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
GPU modelIntel UHD Graphics 630
Connectivity
Network adapterUSB WiFi Adapter
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD version or look for a larger capacity?

The system ships with 16GB installed across 2 slots and supports up to 64GB maximum; the 256GB SSD holds the OS and everyday apps, and you can add more storage if you need extra space.

How does the hexa-core i5-8500 at 3 GHz perform in daily office work?

The 6-core processor runs at 3 GHz and handles typical office tasks, web browsing and light multitasking smoothly with the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630.

What video outputs does the OptiPlex 3060 SFF provide for monitors?

It includes an HDMI port and a DisplayPort so you can connect up to two external displays directly from the integrated graphics.

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