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DELL OptiPlex 9800 SFF Desktop PC i5-6500 3.2GHz 32GB 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-J00W-PC27V

Compact desktop with an Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz processor, 32GB memory, 512GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity32 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Ready for multitasking with 32GB memory installed
  • Fast boot and load times from 512GB SSD
  • Responsive everyday performance with 3.2GHz dual-core i5-6500
  • Compact black chassis fits tight workspaces
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for business features

Compact desktop for office work

The Dell OptiPlex 9800 SFF is a small-form-factor PC built for everyday business tasks. It ships with Windows 11 Pro and 32 GB of memory ready for multitasking. The dual-core Intel Core i5-6500 processor runs at 3.2 GHz for responsive performance. Integrated Intel HD Graphics handles standard display output without a separate card.

Dual-core processor limits heavy loads

The Intel Core i5-6500 provides two cores at 3.2 GHz, which suits single-threaded office applications and light web use. Buyers who need more cores for video editing, virtualisation or modern gaming will find this CPU a bottleneck. The 32 GB memory ceiling is already reached, so no further RAM upgrades are possible. Choose this configuration only when workloads match dual-core throughput.

Low thermal output in daily use

Integrated graphics and a 65 W-class processor keep heat and fan noise modest during typical office work. The compact chassis relies on directed airflow rather than large coolers, so acoustics stay unobtrusive at the desk. Power draw remains well within the limits of the internal supply for the included 512 GB SSD and USB Wi-Fi adapter. Extended heavy compute tasks will raise temperatures and fan speed accordingly.

How it compares

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

Price $393.99
Cheaper than about 58% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 32 GB
Higher than about 70% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 512 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 11,342 items is 512 GB.

Specifications

Product
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name9800
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5
Memory
RAM capacity32 GB
Memory slots2
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Storage configuration512 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 much multitasking headroom does the 32 GB of memory give this OptiPlex 9800?

The system ships with the maximum supported 32 GB across two slots, so it can hold many browser tabs, office apps and background services without swapping to the SSD.

What display outputs does the integrated Intel HD Graphics provide on this SFF chassis?

The unit includes DisplayPort connections driven by the processor’s built-in graphics, suitable for one or two business monitors without a separate card.

Will a standard half-height expansion card fit inside the 9800 small-form-factor case?

The SFF chassis accepts low-profile cards; full-height cards will not fit without a different case or riser.

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