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Black Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF desktop tower with keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5040 SFF i5-6500 8GB DDR3 500GB HDD Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-0M81-WMS89

Compact business desktop with Intel Core i5-6500, 8GB DDR3, 500GB HDD, Windows 10 Pro, keyboard, mouse and WiFi

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • Hard drive500 GB
  • Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade ‍👉Check
  • Compact SFF design saves desk space
  • Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core at 3.420 GHz handles daily tasks
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • 500 GB HDD stores documents and media
  • Includes keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi for immediate use

Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF Desktop

This Dell OptiPlex 5040 small form factor desktop comes with Windows 10 Home and an optional upgrade path to Windows 11 Pro. An Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor running at 3.420 GHz provides the compute base. The system includes 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 500 GB hard drive. A DVD/CD-RW combo drive handles optical media.

Suited for office tasks and home use

The configuration supports everyday office applications, web browsing and general home use with the included keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi connectivity. It is not for users who require solid-state storage speed, larger storage capacity or discrete graphics performance. Buyers needing a monitor should note that one is not included.

8 GB DDR3 memory installed

The installed memory uses DDR3 technology and totals 8 GB. This specification determines whether the system matches your application requirements or upgrade plans. Verify that your software environment is compatible with this memory type and capacity before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $174.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Memory
RAM capacity8 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

Will the 65 W Intel Core i5-6500 throttle under continuous multi-core load in this SFF chassis?

The 65 W Core i5-6500 runs at a 3.420 GHz boost clock; the small-form-factor OptiPlex 5040 uses its stock cooler and case airflow to keep temperatures in check during sustained workloads.

How loud is the system fan and what is the typical power draw when the machine runs all day?

The SFF power supply is rated for the 65 W CPU plus 8 GB of DDR3 and a 500 GB hard drive, so idle draw stays modest and the single system fan remains quiet enough for office use during extended operation.

The listing says the monitor is not included — what video cable do I need to connect my own display?

The OptiPlex 5040 provides an HDMI port, so a standard HDMI-to-HDMI cable will link the PC to any monitor or TV with an HDMI input.

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