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Compact black small-form-factor desktop tower with front USB ports and optical drive slot

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5040 SFF i5-6500 8GB DDR3 500GB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-6PBM-21AKX

Compact business desktop with Intel Core i5-6500, 8GB DDR3, 500GB SSD, Windows 10 Home, Wi-Fi, keyboard and mouse included

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
  • SSD storage500 GB
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade ‍👉Check
  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.420 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 500 GB SSD boots Windows 10 quickly
  • Small-form-factor chassis fits tight desk spaces
  • Keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi included for immediate use

Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF Desktop

This Dell OptiPlex 5040 small-form-factor desktop arrives new with Windows 10 Home installed and a Microsoft Windows 11 Pro upgrade path available. It targets office workers and home users who need a compact, ready-to-use PC for everyday productivity tasks. The system includes a keyboard, mouse and Wi-Fi adaptor so it works straight from the box.

8 GB DDR3 Memory and 500 GB SSD Storage

The 8 GB of DDR3 memory handles typical multitasking such as web browsing, document editing and video conferencing without delay. The 500 GB solid-state drive provides fast boot times and responsive application launches for the operating system and core programs. Users running large databases, virtual machines or extensive media libraries will find the capacity and memory ceiling restrictive.

Intel Core i5-6500 Quad-Core Processor

The Intel Core i5-6500 runs at 3.420 GHz across four cores, delivering steady performance for general business workloads and light content creation. Its integrated graphics drive the HDMI output for single-display setups without a discrete card. Buyers who need higher multi-threaded throughput or dedicated graphics performance for rendering or gaming should consider other configurations.

How it compares

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

Price $176.99
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).
SSD storage 500 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
Storage
SSD storage500 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 USB 2.0 ports on the OptiPlex 5040 SFF work with my older USB keyboard and mouse?

Yes, the six USB 2.0 ports are backward-compatible and will run legacy USB keyboards and mice at their native speed.

How can I confirm the i5-6500 is reaching its 3.420 GHz turbo after I set up the PC?

Open Task Manager, select the Performance tab, choose CPU and watch the clock speed rise to 3.420 GHz under load.

Does the box contain a monitor or do I need to buy one separately?

No monitor is included; you must supply your own display. The package provides the SFF desktop, a keyboard, a mouse and a Wi-Fi adapter.

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