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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 380 desktop tower with DVD-RW drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 380 desktop PC Core 2 Duo 3.0GHz 8GB DDR3 500GB HDD

SKU CH-8E01-ZM74S

Desktop computer with Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0GHz processor, 8GB DDR3 memory, 500GB SATA hard drive and Windows 7 Professional 64-bit

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorCore 2 Duo
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3
  • Storage drive500 GB HD
  • GraphicsIntel GMA 4500
  • CPUIntel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz
  • Dual-core 3.0 GHz processor handles everyday workloads
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • 500 GB SATA hard drive stores documents and media
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes optical discs
  • Gigabit Ethernet port provides wired network connectivity

Dell OptiPlex 380 desktop for office tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 380 is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 processor running at 3.0 GHz. It comes with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 500 GB SATA hard drive. Windows 7 Professional 64-bit is pre-installed, and a DVD-RW drive handles optical media. Integrated Intel GMA 4500 graphics and Gigabit Ethernet complete the baseline specification.

Suits basic productivity; not for modern workloads

This system suits users who need a simple machine for document editing, web browsing or legacy software that runs on Windows 7. The dual-core processor and 8 GB memory ceiling limit multitasking headroom. Buyers who want more storage, faster graphics, 64-bit applications beyond the OS, or a current operating system should look at something else.

8 GB DDR3 maximum and 500 GB mechanical storage

The board accepts up to 8 GB of DDR3 RAM, so the installed amount is already the hard limit. The 500 GB hard drive provides room for office files and a modest media library but will fill quickly with large datasets or modern games. Integrated graphics share system memory, further reducing available RAM for demanding tasks. The 255 W power supply restricts upgrade options for discrete cards.

How it compares

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

Price $191.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiplex
Model name380
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorCore 2 Duo
CPUIntel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core 2 Duo E8400
CPU socketLGA 775
Processor cache6 MB L2 Cache
CPU bus speed1333 MHz
L2 cache per processor6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR3
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
Memory configuration4 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/2
Max supported RAM8 GB
Storage
Storage drive500 GB HD
Hard drive500 GB
Disc driveDVD-RW
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel GMA 4500
GPUIntel GMA 4500
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Audio chipIntegrated
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Power
Power supply255 W
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
In the box
Bundled mouseUSB
Software
Operating systemWindows 7 Professional

Questions about this item

Do I need a monitor with a VGA input to use the integrated Intel GMA 4500 graphics?

Yes, the OptiPlex 380 provides a VGA port for the integrated Intel GMA 4500 graphics, so a display with VGA input or a suitable adapter is required.

Will my existing DDR3 memory modules work if I try to add more RAM to the 8GB already installed?

The system is already at its maximum 8GB DDR3 capacity across the 240-pin DIMM slots, so additional modules cannot be used.

How can I verify the Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 is running at its 3.0GHz speed after setting up Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit?

Open the System control panel in Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit; it will list the Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 processor at 3.0GHz.

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