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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 9010 mini tower desktop with DVD-RW drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 9010 Mini Tower i5-3470 8GB DDR3 128GB SSD Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-5AE8-AAGAB

A business mini tower desktop with a 3.20 GHz quad-core processor, 8 GB DDR3 memory, 128 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR3
  • Storage drive2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Hard Drive (SSD)
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
  • ChipsetIntel Q77
  • Quad-core i5-3470 handles everyday multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth application switching
  • 128 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • DVD±RW drive reads and writes optical media
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for business features

Dell OptiPlex 9010 Mini Tower

The Dell OptiPlex 9010 Mini Tower is a desktop computer built around a 3rd Gen Intel Core i5-3470 quad-core processor running at 3.20 GHz with a 3.60 GHz turbo boost. It ships with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 2.5-inch 128 GB SSD for the operating system and applications. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed, and a USB keyboard and mouse are included in the box.

Thermals noise and power

The Mini Tower chassis provides internal airflow for the processor and the included DVD±RW drive during typical office workloads. Gigabit Ethernet handles wired network traffic without adding active cooling components. The 128 GB solid-state drive operates silently and draws less power than a mechanical hard drive would under the same load.

Build quality and connectivity

The black and silver case follows the OptiPlex 9010 Mini Tower form factor and uses the Intel Q77 chipset for platform management. A USB wireless dongle supplies Wi-Fi connectivity, leaving the rear panel free for the wired Ethernet port and standard USB peripherals. The supplied keyboard and mouse connect via USB for immediate use.

How it compares

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Price $163.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR3
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 name9010
Part number9010
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
CPU model3.2 GHz
CPU socketLGA1155
ChipsetIntel Q77
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR3
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 Hard Drive (SSD)
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Hard Drive (SSD)
Disc driveDVD±RW Drive
Drive interfaceSATA
Optical driveDVD-R/RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
Audio chipIntegrated
Speaker setupInternal Speaker
Connectivity
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Wireless adapterUSB Dongle
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
PS/2 ports2
Video connectors1 VGA, 2 Display port
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Size & build
Form factorMini Tower
ChassisMini Tower
Overall dimensions24 × 22 × 12
Product weight24 lb (10.9 kg)
In the box
Bundled mouseUSB
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
In the boxUSB Keyboard/Mouse and Power Cord
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Installed
More details
KeyboardUSB
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

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Questions about this item

How do I install additional DDR3 memory in the Mini Tower, and which step is often missed?

Open the case, align the notch on each DDR3 module with the slot key, press firmly until the retention clips snap shut, then verify the new total in BIOS before closing the cover.

Which component will most likely need replacement first during the system's life?

The 2.5-inch 128 GB SSD has a finite write endurance; plan to replace it when SMART tools report declining health or capacity becomes insufficient.

What hardware limit appears first when the i5-3470 runs at full load for extended periods?

The processor's 3.60 GHz turbo boost cannot be sustained on all four cores indefinitely; thermal throttling will reduce clocks once the cooler reaches its dissipation ceiling.

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