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Black Dell OptiPlex 9800 small form factor desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 9800 SFF desktop PC i5-6500 3.2GHz 16GB 128GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-6K4J-XVBAF

Compact small-form-factor desktop with a dual-core 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5-6500, 16 GB memory and a 128 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • SSD storage128 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Ready for business with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed
  • Dual-core Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles daily tasks
  • 16 GB memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 128 GB SSD boots and loads files quickly
  • Compact small-form-factor chassis fits tight desk spaces

OptiPlex 9800 SFF desktop for office use

The Dell OptiPlex 9800 SFF is a compact desktop built around an Intel Core i5-6500 dual-core processor running at 3.2 GHz. It ships with 16 GB of memory and a 128 GB solid-state drive. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed, making it ready for business tasks and general productivity out of the box.

Thermals noise and power in daily work

The small form factor chassis uses integrated Intel HD Graphics, which keeps heat output modest during typical office workloads. A USB Wi-Fi adapter provides wireless connectivity without adding internal components that could raise temperatures. Fan activity stays low for routine document editing, web browsing and video playback.

Included accessories and software impact

The bundled USB Wi-Fi adapter adds immediate wireless networking without occupying an internal slot. Windows 11 Pro delivers business-oriented security and management features such as BitLocker and Remote Desktop. Two memory slots are present with support for up to 32 GB, allowing a straightforward RAM upgrade when workloads grow.

How it compares

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

Price $338.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.
SSD storage 128 GB
Lower than about 95% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name9800
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB
Memory slots2
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
SSD storage128 GB
Storage configuration128 GB SSD
Drive interfaceSSD
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
GPU modelIntel HD Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Connectivity
Network adapterUSB WiFi Adapter
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows OS

Questions about this item

How is the USB WiFi adapter installed, and what step is often missed?

Plug the USB WiFi adapter into an open USB port on the Dell OptiPlex 9800 SFF; the step often missed is allowing Windows 11 Pro to automatically install the driver before connecting to a network.

What maintenance or replacement will the 128GB SSD need later?

The 128GB SSD has no moving parts and requires no scheduled maintenance; replacement is only needed if the drive fails or if you need more than 128GB of storage capacity.

What limit appears first during sustained use with the Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz CPU?

The dual-core Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2GHz will reach its processing throughput limit before the 16GB memory or integrated Intel HD Graphics become bottlenecks during sustained workloads.

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