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Black Dell OptiPlex 5040 small-form-factor desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5040 desktop PC i5-6500 16GB DDR3 500GB HDD Windows 10 WiFi

SKU CH-90R9-Q0RBJ

Compact business desktop with a quad-core i5-6500, 16 GB DDR3, 500 GB HDD, Windows 10, Wi-Fi, keyboard and mouse included

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR3
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • Hard drive500 GB
  • Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade ‍👉Check
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.420 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory keeps business applications running smoothly
  • 500 GB hard drive stores documents and media locally
  • Small-form-factor chassis fits tight desk spaces
  • Keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi included for immediate setup

Compact business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 5040 is a small-form-factor desktop built around an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor running at 3.420GHz. It ships with 16GB of DDR3 memory and a 500GB hard drive. Windows 10 Home comes pre-installed, and a Wi-Fi adapter is included for wireless connectivity. A keyboard and mouse are also supplied in the box.

SFF build considerations

The compact chassis saves desk space and fits easily into tight office environments. Six USB 2.0 ports and four USB 3.0 ports (two front, two rear) provide ample peripheral connectivity without needing a separate hub. An HDMI output drives a single external display directly. The integrated optical drive handles DVD and CD media, freeing a drive bay that larger towers would reserve for additional storage.

Office users and home basics

This system suits workers needing a ready-to-run Windows machine for email, documents and web apps. It also fits families wanting a low-cost second PC for homework and streaming. Buyers who need more storage capacity, faster solid-state responsiveness, or a discrete graphics card for creative workloads should consider a different configuration.

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 DDR3
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB DDR3
Storage
Hard drive500 GB
Optical driveDVD/CD-RW Combo
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Questions about this item

What is the base clock speed of the i5-6500 processor in this OptiPlex 5040?

The Intel Core i5-6500 runs at a base frequency of 3.420 GHz with four cores for sustained workloads.

How loud does the small-form-factor chassis get during continuous operation?

The SFF design uses a compact cooling assembly; expect audible fan noise under full load but typical office tasks remain quiet.

Does the system include a display or must I supply my own monitor?

No monitor is included; you will need a display with HDMI or VGA input plus a power cord for the desktop.

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