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Ultra-small black and silver Dell OptiPlex 780 desktop tower

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 780 USFF Desktop Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0GHz 8GB DDR3 160GB

SKU CH-HB0V-K0CV4

Ultra-small desktop with a Core 2 Duo E8400 at 3.0 GHz, 8 GB DDR3, 160 GB hard drive, DVD-RW, Windows 7 Pro 64-bit, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorCore 2 Duo
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Storage drive160 GB HD
  • GraphicsIntel GMA 3000
  • ChipsetIntel Q45
  • Ready to work with Windows 7 Professional 64-bit pre-installed
  • Dual-core Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 at 3.0 GHz handles everyday tasks
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • DVD-RW drive reads and writes CDs and DVDs
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus WiFi and Bluetooth adapters for flexible connectivity

Dell OptiPlex 780 USFF Desktop

This ultra-small form factor desktop integrates an Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz processor with 8 GB DDR3 memory and a 160 GB hard drive. Windows 7 Professional 64-bit is pre-installed for immediate use. The system includes a 16X DVD±RW drive, Intel GMA 3000 graphics, Gigabit Ethernet, WiFi and Bluetooth adapters.

Suits basic office tasks

The 3.0 GHz dual-core processor and 8 GB RAM handle document editing, email and web browsing on the installed operating system. Buyers needing modern operating system support, higher multi-threaded performance or discrete graphics for demanding applications should consider other platforms.

160 GB hard drive capacity

The single 160 GB Serial ATA drive determines how much local data the system can store before an upgrade is required. Users with larger media libraries or backup requirements will need additional external or internal storage.

How it compares

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

Price $145.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR3 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 name780
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorCore 2 Duo
CPUIntel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz dual-core processor
CPU modelIntel Core 2 Duo E8400
CPU socketLGA 775
ChipsetIntel Q45
Processor cache6 MB L2 Cache
CPU bus speed1333 MHz
L2 cache per processor6 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR3 RAM
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
Memory configuration4 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/2
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
Storage drive160 GB HD
SSD storageNo
Hard drive160 GB
Disc drive16X DVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel GMA 3000
GPUIntel GMA 3000
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SoundSound card - Integrated
Audio chipIntegrated
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-Fi802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks2
Rear USB ports5
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks2 ports
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
In the box
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 7 Professional
More details
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I add memory to the OptiPlex 780 USFF, and what slot type do I need?

The board uses 240-pin DDR3 DIMM slots and supports up to 16 GB total; the common mistake is forcing modules in the wrong orientation or mixing speeds that prevent boot.

Which component will likely need replacement first after extended use?

The 160 GB mechanical hard drive is the part most likely to fail or need upgrading before the processor or memory.

What hardware limit appears first when the system runs sustained workloads?

The Intel GMA 3000 graphics and 160 GB drive capacity become bottlenecks before the Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0 GHz processor reaches thermal limits.

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