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Black small-form-factor Dell desktop tower, compact rectangular case, matte finish

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF desktop PC i5-6500 16GB 500GB HDD

SKU CH-PWF0-3RAH6

Compact SFF desktop with quad-core i5-6500, 16 GB DDR4, 500 GB HDD and dual DisplayPort plus HDMI for multi-monitor setups

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4 Memory
  • Storage drive500 GB HDD
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • CPUINTEL® CORE™ i5-6500 PROCESSOR (6M Cache, up to 3.6 GHz)

SSD None

HDD 500GB

  • Quad-core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz handles multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps responsive
  • 500 GB HDD stores documents and media files
  • Dual DisplayPort plus HDMI drives up to three screens
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed with digital licence

Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF Business Desktop

This Dell OptiPlex 7040 small form factor desktop runs a 6th generation Intel Core i5-6500 processor with 6M cache up to 3.60 GHz. It comes with 16GB DDR4 memory and a 500GB HDD. The unit includes a DVDRW drive, integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 and Gigabit Ethernet for wired networking.

Installation and common issues

Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is preloaded with a digital product key so activation is automatic. Connect power, the supplied USB keyboard and mouse, then attach monitors via the two DisplayPort sockets or HDMI. The slim chassis limits internal expansion; only low-profile cards fit and the 500GB hard drive is slower than a solid-state alternative.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This desktop suits office workers needing a compact, ready-to-run PC for everyday productivity and multi-monitor setups. Buyers who want more storage capacity or faster boot times should consider a model with a larger or solid-state drive. Gamers or creators requiring discrete graphics performance will need a different system.

How it compares

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

Price $148.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR4 Memory
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
Model nameOptiPlex 7040
Part numberOptiPlex 7040 SFF
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUINTEL® CORE™ i5-6500 PROCESSOR (6M Cache, up to 3.6 GHz)
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Processor cache6M Cache
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4 Memory
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
Storage drive500 GB HDD
SSD storageNo
Hard drive500 GB
Disc driveDVDRW
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
GPUIntel® HD Graphics 530
GPU modelIntel® HD Graphics 530
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Audio chipIntegrated
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Video connectorsOne 19-pin HDMI connector; Two 20-pin DisplayPort connectors;
Rear USB ports6
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
ChassisSFF
Overall dimensions11.5 in high × 11.4 in wide × 3.6 in deep
Product weight10.7 lb (4.85 kg)
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseUSB
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Pro installed
More details
KeyboardUSB
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Please note that stock images are used. Actual unit might look slightly different. (No Media Card Reader)

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Questions about this item

How do I verify the Intel Core i5-6500 is running at its 3.60 GHz boost speed after setup?

Open Task Manager in Windows 10 Pro, select the Performance tab, and watch the CPU frequency readout while a load is applied; it should climb toward 3.60 GHz on the 6M Cache quad-core processor.

What comes in the box and what must I source separately for the OptiPlex 7040 SFF?

The box contains the SFF desktop, a USB keyboard, a USB mouse and a power cord with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed; a monitor is not included and must be purchased separately.

Should I choose the 500 GB HDD version or look for a larger drive for the 7040 SFF?

The listed unit ships with a 500 GB HDD and 16 GB DDR4 memory; if you need more capacity, plan to add a secondary drive after purchase because no other storage size is offered for this configuration.

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