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Black Dell OptiPlex 5050 small form factor desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5050 SFF i5-6500 3.2GHz 8GB DDR4 256GB SSD Windows 10 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-T03Z-YWJMA

A small-form-factor business desktop with a 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5-6500, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • CPU model3.2 GHz
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
  • Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core at 3.2 GHz for responsive business multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 256 GB solid-state drive boots Windows 10 Pro quickly
  • Small form factor chassis fits tight desk spaces
  • Ten USB ports (6 × 3.0, 4 × 2.0) connect peripherals easily

Purpose-built small-form-factor desktop

The OptiPlex 5050 SFF arrives new with an Intel Core i5-6500 running at 3.2 GHz, 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB solid-state drive. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed, making it ready for office deployment without additional licensing steps. The compact chassis fits tight workspaces while keeping cable clutter low.

Capacity and headroom

Eight gigabytes of DDR4 and four cores at 3.2 GHz handle typical business workloads such as document editing, web-based apps and light multitasking smoothly. The 256GB SSD provides fast boot and application launch times, though users storing large media libraries or running virtual machines will reach the storage limit quickly. Memory slots remain available for future expansion if the workload grows.

Bundled connectivity changes

Six USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports give ample peripheral bandwidth for keyboards, mice, printers and external drives without needing a hub. A single RJ-45 jack provides wired network access, while the combined headphone and microphone port supports headsets for calls. No optical drive is included, so software installs rely on USB or network sources.

How it compares

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

Price $131.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name5050
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU model3.2 GHz
Memory
Memory size8 GB
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Size & build
Form factorSmall Form Factor
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

Can I keep my current DDR4 memory modules when upgrading to this OptiPlex 5050 SFF?

This desktop uses 8GB of DDR4 memory. If your existing modules are also DDR4 they will fit the same slots, but total capacity will depend on how many slots the board provides.

How do I verify the Intel Core i5-6500 is running at its 3.2GHz base speed after setup?

Open Task Manager in Windows 10 Pro, select the Performance tab and watch the CPU clock readout while the system is idle; it should sit at or near 3.2GHz.

The box lists 6 USB 3.0 and 4 USB 2.0 ports — do I need to buy any cables or adapters to use them?

All ten ports are standard Type-A sockets, so any regular USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 cable will plug in directly; no extra adapters are required.

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