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DELL

DELL OptiPlex 7040 Micro desktop PC i5-6500T 8GB 256GB NVMe

SKU CH-04GA-AQZMR

Micro desktop with a quad-core 2.5 GHz processor, 8 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB NVMe SSD, plus Wi-Fi and HDMI output

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • ChipsetIntel Q170
  • Micro form factor saves desk space
  • Quad-core i5-6500T at 2.5 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 fast
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus 802.11 Wi-Fi for flexible connectivity

Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro for business and home

The Dell OptiPlex 7040 Micro desktop fits into tight spaces while delivering a 64-bit quad-core Intel Core i5-6500T processor, 8GB DDR4 memory and a 256GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Home and includes Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac plus Gigabit Ethernet for network connectivity. No monitor, keyboard or mouse are included in the box.

65W power supply with integrated graphics

A 65W power supply drives the system, which relies on Intel HD Graphics 530 for video output through one HDMI port and one DisplayPort. The compact Micro chassis uses passive and low-profile cooling suited to office workloads, keeping acoustic output low during typical productivity tasks. There are no legacy VGA or DVI ports on the rear panel.

256GB NVMe boot drive defines storage capacity

The single 256GB NVMe SSD serves as the only internal storage device, so the usable capacity is fixed at that figure. Buyers who need more local space for large media libraries or extensive project files will have to add external drives or use cloud storage. The M.2 slot is occupied by the boot drive, leaving no room for a second internal SSD.

How it compares

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

Price $215.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR4
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 name7040
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUi5 6500T
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500T
ChipsetIntel Q170
Processor cache6 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
Storage drive256 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
Disc driveNone
Optical driveNo
Second disc drive typeNone
Disk controllerPCI Express
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPUIntel HD 530
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1
Power
Power supply65 W
Size & build
Form factorMini PC
ChassisMicro Form Factor Case
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNone
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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KeyboardNone

Questions about this item

How do I open the Micro case to add memory, and which latch do people forget?

Slide the release latch on the bottom cover, lift the cover, then press the two side tabs inward to free the internal chassis — the side tabs are the step most people miss.

What memory upgrades does the 8 GB DDR4 configuration support later?

The board takes two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots; the system ships with one 8 GB module, so you can add a matching DDR4 stick up to the platform maximum.

What thermal limit appears first when the 65 W power supply runs the i5-6500T at full load for long periods?

The 65 W adapter caps sustained power, so the CPU will hit its thermal throttle point before the supply overheats.

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