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Small black desktop tower, compact square front panel with power button and USB ports

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3060 SFF Desktop PC i5-8500 16GB 512GB Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-32PM-XP1Z9

A compact desktop with a six-core Intel i5-8500, 16 GB memory and a 512 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • CPU modelHexa-Core i5-8500
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Hexa-core i5-8500 delivers responsive multitasking with six processing cores
  • 16 GB memory handles office workloads and browser tabs smoothly
  • 512 GB SSD provides fast boot and application loading
  • Windows 11 Pro includes business-grade security and management features
  • Intel UHD Graphics 630 drives dual displays via HDMI and DisplayPort

Compact desktop for office tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 3060 SFF desktop fits small workspaces and ships with Windows 11 Pro. Its Intel Core i5-8500 hexa-core processor runs at 3 GHz with six cores for everyday productivity. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 handles standard display output. Sixteen gigabytes of memory and a 512 GB SSD are installed.

Build integration and expansion

The small form factor chassis includes HDMI and DisplayPort for dual-monitor setups. Two memory slots support up to 64 GB total capacity for future upgrades. A USB WiFi adapter provides wireless connectivity without internal antenna work. The 512 GB SSD leaves the 2.5-inch bay free if additional storage is required later.

Upgrade perspective and limits

This system replaces older dual-core or quad-core office PCs with a clear step to six cores and solid-state speed. Buyers who need discrete graphics performance or more than two display outputs will not be served by the integrated graphics. The compact case also rules out full-length add-in cards and high-wattage power supplies.

How it compares

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

Price $200.99
Cheaper than about 89% 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 512 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 11,342 items is 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 storage512 GB
Storage configuration512 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 Pro

Questions about this item

What limits the i5-8500 during sustained workloads in the 3060 SFF?

The 6-core i5-8500 runs at its base 3 GHz; the SFF chassis and stock cooler keep temperatures within the factory thermal envelope for this form factor.

How loud and hot does the system get when it runs all day?

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 shares the same heat sink as the CPU; under typical office loads the single chassis fan stays at low RPM and the case remains warm but not hot.

Which display cables or monitors do I need to connect to the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs?

The rear panel provides one HDMI port and one DisplayPort; any monitor with a matching input and a standard cable will work immediately.

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