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Small black Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5040 SFF i5-6500 32GB DDR4 1TB SSD Windows 11 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-PJ9Q-VD5B6

Compact SFF desktop with Intel Core i5-6500, 32GB DDR4, 1TB SSD and Windows 11 Pro for office productivity

  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Form factorSmall Form Factor
  • Compact Small Form Factor saves desk space
  • Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz handles daily workloads
  • 32GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • 1TB SSD stores files and boots Windows 11 Pro fast
  • Intel HD Graphics 530 drives 4K at 60Hz via DisplayPort and HDMI

Small Form Factor Business Desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF is a compact desktop computer built for office and home productivity. It ships with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed and delivers reliable performance for daily multitasking workloads. The small chassis saves desk space while providing the essential connectivity expected in professional environments. This configuration arrives ready to deploy with a wireless keyboard and mouse included.

Suits standard office users.

This system suits administrators, educators and home-office workers who need a responsive Windows 11 Pro machine for documents, web apps and video conferencing. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives up to 4K resolution at 60 Hz over DisplayPort or HDMI for clear multi-monitor setups. Buyers who need discrete graphics performance for 3D rendering, CAD or modern gaming should look elsewhere. The Small Form Factor layout also limits internal expansion compared to larger towers.

32 GB DDR4 memory and 1 TB SSD decide fit

The 32 GB DDR4 RAM capacity enables smooth multitasking across many browser tabs and business applications without paging delays. A 1 TB solid-state drive provides fast boot times and ample room for local files and software installations. Verify that DDR4 is the required memory generation for any planned upgrades, as other generations are physically incompatible. This combination of memory and storage defines whether the platform matches your workload requirements.

How it compares

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

Price $290.99
Cheaper than about 73% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 32 GB DDR4
Higher than about 70% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 1 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product typeDesktop PC
Processor
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Memory
RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
Size & build
Form factorSmall Form Factor
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

What maximum resolution does the HDMI and DisplayPort support on the Intel HD Graphics 530?

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives up to 4096 × 2304 at 60 Hz over both the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs.

How much space does the Small Form Factor chassis need on a desk?

The OptiPlex 5040 SFF is a compact desktop tower designed to sit horizontally or vertically in tight workspaces without requiring a full-size tower footprint.

How do I install Windows 11 Pro on this PC, and what step is often missed?

Windows 11 Pro 64-bit comes pre-installed; simply complete the out-of-box experience, then run Windows Update to finish driver and security setup.

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