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Compact black small-form-factor desktop tower with front USB-C port

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 5070 SFF i7-9700 3.0 GHz 16 GB DDR4 1 TB NVMe desktop PC

SKU CH-DAFW-YF4Z5

Small-form-factor business desktop with an eight-core Intel i7-9700, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB NVMe SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 9th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive1 TB PCIe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • ChipsetIntel Q370
  • Eight-core Intel i7-9700 handles heavy workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking responsive
  • 1 TB NVMe SSD boots Windows 11 Pro in seconds
  • Dual DisplayPort 1.2 outputs drive two monitors
  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C adds fast modern connectivity

Business small-form desktop

The DELL OptiPlex 5070 SFF is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core i7 9700 eight-core processor running at 3.0 GHz. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB NVMe PCIe M.2 solid-state drive. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed, making it ready for office deployment without extra setup.

Sustained thermal behaviour

The 65 W processor and integrated Intel UHD 630 graphics are cooled by an internal air-cooling system sized for the slim chassis. Under continuous multi-threaded workloads the small form factor limits airflow, so clock speeds will settle below the 3.0 GHz base frequency to stay within thermal limits. The 12 MB L3 cache helps maintain throughput when the cores throttle.

Display and peripheral limits

Video output relies on two DisplayPort 1.2 connectors; there are no HDMI, VGA or DVI ports, so older monitors require an active adapter. A single USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port and five USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports handle modern peripherals, while four USB 2.0 Type-A ports remain for legacy devices. Gigabit Ethernet provides wired network connectivity at 10/100/1000 Mbps.

How it compares

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

Price $297.99
Cheaper than about 72% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name5070
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 9th Gen
CPUi7 9700
CPU modelIntel Core i7-9700
ChipsetIntel Q370
Processor cache12 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU12 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive1 TB PCIe M.2 SSD
SSD storage1 TB NVMe
Storage configurationPCI Express NVMe
Optical driveNo
Disk controllerPCI Express NVMe
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
GPUIntel UHD 630
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SpeakersSet Not Included
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-FiNo
Bluetooth supportNo
Ports & slots
External ports1x Ethernet
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Video connectors2 Display Port
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNot Included
In the boxDesktop Computer and Power Cord Only
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
Cooling methodAir Cooling
KeyboardNot Included

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade B - Desktop will show previous signs of use such as minor dents, minor scrapes and/or bezel imperfections. Desktop will be in perfect working order. Grade B units will typically be priced lower then the Grade A equivalent and will have the same warranty as all products.

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the OptiPlex 5070 SFF get when the i7-9700 runs at its 65 W rating all day?

The system uses air cooling for the 65 W processor; fan noise rises under sustained load but stays within typical small-form-factor office limits.

Which display cable or adapter do I need because the 5070 lacks VGA and DVI?

The unit provides two DisplayPort 1.2 outputs and a USB-C port; connect a monitor with DisplayPort or USB-C input, or use an active adapter for HDMI or VGA screens.

Will my existing DDR4 memory sticks work if I want to expand beyond the installed 16 GB?

Yes, the board accepts standard DDR4 modules; the current 16 GB occupies two slots, leaving two free for matching sticks up to the platform maximum.

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