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Black Dell OptiPlex mini tower desktop with RGB keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL OptiPlex Gaming Mini Tower i5-8500 16GB 256GB GT 1030 Windows 11 Pro desktop PC

SKU CH-PY20-BN9BS

A compact desktop with an Intel Core i5-8500 at 3.00 GHz, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD and a dedicated GT 1030 graphics card for smooth 1080p gaming and multitasking

  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-8500
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Turbo clock speed4.1 GHz
  • Intel Core i5-8500 at 3.00 GHz powers responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps running smoothly
  • 256GB SSD cuts boot and load times
  • NVIDIA GT 1030 with GDDR5 adds dedicated graphics for HD gaming
  • Mini-tower chassis gives airflow and room for future upgrades

Dell OptiPlex Mini Tower Gaming Desktop

This new Dell OptiPlex Mini Tower desktop computer combines an Intel Core i5-8500 processor with 16GB DDR4 memory and a 256GB SSD. A dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 graphics card with GDDR5 memory drives the DisplayPort and HDMI outputs. Windows 11 Pro is installed and the system includes a Wi-Fi adapter, an RGB keyboard and an RGB mouse.

Suited for 1080p entry gaming

Buyers who want to play modern titles at high settings or need more storage capacity should look elsewhere. The GT 1030 is designed for lighter workloads and the single 256GB drive fills quickly with large game libraries. Users requiring greater graphics memory or multiple drive bays will find this configuration limiting.

NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 dedicated graphics card

The installed GPU uses GDDR5 video memory and provides both DisplayPort and HDMI connections for monitor compatibility. This single specification determines whether the system can handle the intended gaming resolution and detail levels. Verify that the card meets the requirements of the specific applications you plan to run.

How it compares

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

Price $276.99
Cheaper than about 76% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.
SSD storage 256 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineOptiPlex
Product typeDesktop PC
Product colorBlack
Processor
CPU modelIntel Core i5-8500
Turbo clock speed4.1 GHz
Base clock speed3 GHz
Processor cache9 MB
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Graphics
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks1
Ethernet port1 port
Size & build
Form factorMini Tower
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorIncluded
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

How do I install the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 graphics card and what step is often missed?

The GT 1030 is already installed in the PCIe slot; the step people miss is connecting the monitor cable to the card’s HDMI or DisplayPort instead of the motherboard video outputs.

What maintenance or replacement will the 16GB DDR4 memory need later?

DDR4 modules do not require scheduled maintenance; if capacity becomes limiting you can add matching DDR4 sticks to the free DIMM slots.

What limit appears first on the Intel Core i5-8500 during sustained loads?

The 6-core, 6-thread design reaches full utilisation before the 4.10 GHz turbo can be sustained across all cores.

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