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Black and silver mini-tower desktop with DVD-RW drive

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower i5-3470 3.2GHz 16GB DDR3 128GB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-KX20-9MG4P

A mini-tower desktop with a 3.2 GHz quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR3 memory, 128 GB SSD, DVD-RW drive and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
  • Storage drive2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
  • ChipsetIntel Q77
  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-3470 handles multi-tasking
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory supports heavy workloads
  • 128 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 drives up to three displays
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit ready for business use

Dell OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower Desktop

This Dell OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower desktop computer is built for office and home users who need a reliable system for everyday productivity. It runs a 3rd Gen Intel Quad-Core i5-3470 processor at 3.20 GHz with 16 GB of DDR3 RAM. A 128 GB 2.5-inch solid state drive provides the primary storage. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

The Mini Tower chassis houses the 3.20 GHz quad-core processor and integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 with a base frequency of 650 MHz and a maximum dynamic frequency of 1.10 GHz. Integrated graphics share system memory and produce less heat than a discrete card. A 16X DVD±RW drive adds minimal load during typical document and web work. Gigabit Ethernet and USB peripherals complete the standard office workload.

Upgrade path and when the jump matters

This configuration replaces an older hard-drive desktop or a system with 4 GB or 8 GB of DDR3 RAM. The 16 GB memory and 128 GB SSD deliver faster boot times and smoother multitasking for general business applications. Buyers who need more storage capacity or a dedicated graphics card for demanding visual workloads should consider a different platform.

How it compares

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

Price $133.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR3
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name7010
Part number7010
Product typeHome / Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
CPU3rd Gen Intel Quad-Core i5-3470 3.2 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core i5-3470
CPU socketLGA 1155
ChipsetIntel Q77
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
RAM capacity16 GB DDR3
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration4 GB x 4
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/4
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive
Disc drive16X DVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Second disc drive typeDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPUIntel Graphics 2500
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Audio chipIntegrated
Speaker setupInternal Speaker
Connectivity
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-Fi802.11 WiFI
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
PS/2 ports2
Video connectors1 VGA, 2 Display Ports
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
ChassisMini-Tower
Overall dimensions12
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseUSB
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
In the boxUSB Keyboard + Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Pro Installed
More details
KeyboardUSB
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I add more DDR3 memory to the OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower and which step is often missed?

Open the case, insert 240-pin DDR3 DIMMs into the empty slots, then press each module down firmly until the retention clips click — many people stop at a loose fit and the system will not boot.

Which component in this OptiPlex 7010 will most likely need replacement first?

The 128 GB 2.5-inch SSD has a finite write endurance; after heavy daily use it will wear out before the 16 GB DDR3, the DVD±RW drive or the integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500.

What limit appears first when the i5-3470 runs at 3.60 GHz Turbo Boost for a long period?

The processor and Intel HD Graphics 2500 share the Mini Tower's thermal budget, so sustained Turbo Boost hits the cooling ceiling and forces frequency throttling before power or memory bandwidth become bottlenecks.

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