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Compact black Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5040 SFF i5-6500 3.20GHz 4GB 1TB desktop PC

SKU CH-B2K2-EEEHZ

A compact business desktop with a quad-core 3.20 GHz processor, 4 GB memory and 1 TB storage running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • Memory size4 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Quad-core 3.20 GHz processor handles heavy spreadsheets
  • 4 GB memory runs business applications smoothly
  • 1 TB hard drive stores large project files
  • Windows 10 Professional supports enterprise features
  • Small form factor case saves desk space

Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF is a compact business desktop built around an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor running at 3.20GHz. It ships with 4GB of memory and a 1TB hard drive, preloaded with Windows 10 Professional. The small form factor chassis saves desk space in office environments.

Fits standard SFF workspaces

The small form factor case reduces the physical footprint compared to a traditional tower, leaving more room on crowded desks. It uses DIMM 240-pin memory slots and includes a DVD/ROM drive for legacy media access. Buyers who need more storage or additional expansion slots will find the SFF layout restrictive.

Replaces older OptiPlex models for spreadsheet

The sixth-generation Core i5 processor and 6MB L3 cache deliver noticeable gains when calculating large spreadsheets or preparing prepress files. The 4GB memory configuration limits multitasking headroom, so the upgrade is most worthwhile for single-application workflows on the Intel Q170 chipset.

How it compares

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Price $313.99
Cheaper than about 69% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 4 GB
Lower than about 97% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 4 GB DDR3
Lower than about 95% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name5040 SFF
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPUi5-6500
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
CPU socketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size4 GB
RAM capacity4 GB DDR3
Total memory slots4
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
Storage drive1 TB
SSD storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD-ROM
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Memory card readerNo
Video connectors2 Display Port
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1 port
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
Overall dimensions11.4 in × 11.5 in × 3.6 in
Product weight9.9 lb (4.49 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

How far can the 6 MB L3 cache stretch when the Core i5-6500 runs a 10,000-cell spreadsheet all day?

The 6 MB L3 cache on the i5-6500 holds the working set for large spreadsheets, reducing trips to main memory during sustained calculation.

Does the small-form-factor chassis and 65 W quad-core CPU stay quiet during an eight-hour workday?

The SFF case and 65 W quad-core processor are designed for typical office acoustics and thermals during extended business hours.

The listing says monitor not included — what display connector must my existing screen have?

The OptiPlex 5040 SFF provides standard video outputs compatible with common business monitors.

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