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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 7010 mini tower desktop with DVD-RW drive visible

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower i5-3470 3.2GHz 8GB DDR3 128GB SSD + 1TB HDD desktop PC

SKU CH-5DR1-BEGCT

Business desktop with a quad-core i5-3470, 8 GB DDR3, 128 GB SSD plus 1 TB hard drive, DVD-RW and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
  • Storage drive2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive + 1 TB (1,000 GB) HD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
  • ChipsetIntel Q77
  • Ready for multitasking with 3rd Gen Intel Quad Core i5-3470 at 3.20 GHz
  • Fast boot and ample storage via 128 GB SSD plus 1 TB hard drive
  • Smooth everyday visuals from Intel HD Graphics 4000
  • Expandable memory using DDR3 DIMM 240-pin slots up to 32 GB
  • Professional OS pre-installed with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit

Ready for office work

The Dell OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower is a desktop computer built around a 3rd Gen Intel Quad Core i5-3470 processor running at 3.20 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR3 memory, a 128 GB solid state drive paired with a 1 TB hard drive, and Windows 10 Pro installed. A DVD±RW drive, USB keyboard and USB mouse are included in the box.

Upgrading from older desktops

This system replaces ageing machines that rely solely on mechanical hard drives and dual-core processors. The jump is worth it when daily tasks such as web browsing, document editing and light multitasking feel sluggish on the current hardware. The 128 GB SSD accelerates boot times and application launches while the 1 TB drive stores larger archives. Buyers who need more than 8 GB of memory or a discrete graphics card should look elsewhere.

Limits of the integrated graphics

Visual output is handled by Intel HD Graphics 2500 with a base frequency of 650 MHz and a maximum dynamic frequency of 1.10 GHz. The chipset supports up to three displays through its available video ports. Performance is adequate for office productivity and video playback but not for modern gaming or GPU-accelerated creative workloads. The platform uses DDR3 memory only; other memory generations are not compatible.

How it compares

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

Price $134.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 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 socketFCLGA1155
ChipsetIntel Q77
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR3 Desktop RAM
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration2 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 + 1 TB (1,000 GB) HD
Hard drive1 TB
Storage configuration2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive + 1 TB (1,000 GB) HD
Disc driveDVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Second disc drive typeDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPUIntel Graphics 4000
GPU modelIntergrated
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
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
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

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Questions about this item

What size drive bays does the OptiPlex 7010 Mini Tower accept for the 2.5 inch 128 GB SSD and 1 TB hard drive?

The chassis provides standard 3.5 inch and 2.5 inch internal bays; the included 2.5 inch SSD mounts directly or with a bracket, while the 1 TB hard drive fits a 3.5 inch bay using the supplied rails.

How do I add more DDR3 memory to the four DIMM slots, and which step is often missed?

Release the side panel, align each 240-pin DDR3 module with the slot notch, press firmly until the retention clips click, then enter the BIOS to confirm the new total is recognised.

Which components in this OptiPlex 7010 are most likely to need replacement after several years of use?

The DVD±RW drive mechanism, the mechanical 1 TB hard drive, and the CMOS battery on the motherboard are the parts that typically wear out first.

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