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Black Dell OptiPlex 5040 mini tower with RGB keyboard mouse and sound bar

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5040 Mini Tower Desktop PC i5-6500 16GB 1TB SSD GT 1030 Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-KKZ9-XDGWC

A mini-tower desktop with an Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.20 GHz, 16 GB memory, 1 TB SSD and a GT 1030 GPU, plus RGB keyboard, mouse and sound bar

  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.20 GHz handles everyday tasks smoothly
  • 16 GB memory keeps multiple apps responsive without lag
  • 1 TB SSD boots Windows 11 Pro and loads programs in seconds
  • Dedicated GT 1030 with 2 GB GDDR5 drives casual gaming and streaming
  • Mini-tower chassis plus RGB keyboard, mouse and sound bar ready to use

Ready-to-use desktop for everyday work

This Dell OptiPlex 5040 Mini Tower arrives with Windows 11 Pro installed and an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor running at 3.20 GHz base and 3.60 GHz turbo. Sixteen gigabytes of system memory and a 1 TB SSD give quick boot times and responsive multitasking for home office, study or casual play. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 with 2 GB GDDR5 adds a dedicated graphics option for titles that need more than integrated video.

Capacity and headroom for mainstream tasks

The 1 TB solid-state drive holds the operating system, applications and a modest game library without the lag of mechanical storage. Sixteen gigabytes of RAM keep dozens of browser tabs, office suites and background services running smoothly. The GT 1030 handles older esports games and media streaming at 1080p, but modern AAA titles at high settings will exceed its 2 GB video memory and shader performance.

Bundled peripherals complete the setup

An RGB keyboard, RGB mouse and RGB sound bar are included so the system is usable straight from the box. A Wi-Fi adapter provides wireless connectivity without occupying a rear port. These accessories remove the need for separate purchases and let a new user start working or gaming immediately.

How it compares

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

Price $285.99
Cheaper than about 74% 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 1 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name5040
Product typeDesktop PC
Product colorBlack
Processor
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Turbo clock speed3.6 GHz
Base clock speed3.2 GHz
Processor cache6 MB
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Graphics
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Ethernet port1 port
Size & build
Form factorMini Tower
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Bundled mouseRGB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardRGB Keyboard

Questions about this item

Will the Intel Core i5-6500 and 16GB RAM handle my existing 1080p monitor and older peripherals?

Yes, the i5-6500 at 3.20GHz base and 3.60GHz turbo with 16GB memory drives 1080p displays and standard USB peripherals through the four front USB ports and rear connections without issues.

How can I verify the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 2GB GDDR5 is active after Windows 11 Pro boots?

Open Device Manager and confirm the GT 1030 appears under Display Adapters; the NVIDIA control panel will also show 2GB GDDR5 dedicated memory and driver version once the system starts.

Does the box include the RGB keyboard, RGB mouse, RGB sound bar and Wi-Fi adapter, or must I buy them separately?

The RGB gaming keyboard, RGB mouse, RGB sound bar and Wi-Fi adapter are all included in the box; no separate purchase is required for those accessories.

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