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Black Dell OptiPlex 9800 small-form-factor desktop with 24-inch LCD monitor

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 9800 SFF i5-6500 3.2GHz 8GB 256GB 24" Windows 11

SKU CH-8K4H-EYKRE

Small-form-factor desktop with a 24-inch display, Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM and a 256 GB SSD

  • Screen size24 in (61 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • RAM capacity8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
  • CPU modelIntel Core i5
  • Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2GHz handles daily tasks
  • 8GB RAM with two slots expandable to 32GB
  • 256GB SSD boots Windows 11 quickly
  • 24-inch LCD gives roomy desktop space
  • USB Wi-Fi adapter connects without extra cables

Compact desktop for everyday tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 9800 SFF pairs a dual-core Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2GHz with 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD. Integrated Intel HD Graphics drive the included 24-inch LCD through DisplayPort outputs. A USB Wi-Fi adapter provides wireless connectivity out of the box. This Windows 11 Home system suits office work, web browsing and light productivity.

Quiet operation in normal use

The small-form-factor chassis keeps fan noise low during typical document editing and video playback. Power draw remains modest thanks to the 65-watt class processor and solid-state storage. Thermals stay controlled without aggressive fan curves, so the unit runs unobtrusively on a desk. No liquid cooling or oversized heatsinks are present.

Steady performance under sustained load

During extended compiles or large file transfers the CPU maintains its base frequency without thermal throttling. The 256GB SSD delivers consistent throughput for sequential workloads. Memory headroom allows the two available slots to be populated up to 32GB if multitasking demands grow. Buyers who need discrete graphics or more storage should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $380.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Screen size 24 in (61 cm)
Higher than about 70% of the 2,278 comparable items (median 22 in).
RAM capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Product lineOptiPlex
Model name9800
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
CPU modelIntel Core i5
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB
Memory slots2
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Storage configuration256 GB SSD
Drive interfaceSSD
Display
Screen size24 in (61 cm)
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
GPU modelIntel HD Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Connectivity
Network adapterUSB WiFi Adapter
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
Pre-installed softwareWindows OS

Questions about this item

How do I install the USB WiFi adapter and what step is often missed?

Plug the adapter into any free USB port, let Windows 11 install the driver, then select your network and enter the password; the step people skip is confirming the connection in Settings before moving the PC.

What part will need replacement first during long-term use?

The 256 GB SSD has a finite write endurance; after several years of heavy writes it may need swapping, while the 8 GB RAM and integrated graphics have no moving parts to wear out.

What limit appears first when the i5-6500 runs at 3.2 GHz under sustained load in the SFF chassis?

The small form factor restricts airflow, so CPU temperatures hit the thermal throttle point before the power limit or the 32 GB memory ceiling become factors.

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