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Compact black Dell OptiPlex SFF desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex Small Form Factor i5-6500 16GB 512GB Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-CX7D-MWBVH

Small-form-factor desktop with an Intel Core i5-6500, 16 GB DDR4 memory, 512 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Form factorSmall Form Factor

RAM 16GB RAM

Storage Capacity 512GB SSD

Screen Size No LED Monitor

  • Compact SFF design saves desk space
  • Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 memory handles multiple apps smoothly
  • 512GB SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • Windows 11 Pro delivers modern security and productivity features

Compact desktop for office work

The DELL OptiPlex Small Form Factor desktop runs an Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.20 GHz base and 3.60 GHz turbo with four cores and four threads. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 512GB SSD give responsive multitasking for documents, email and web apps. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and Wi-Fi is built in, so the system is ready for business or home office use.

Step up from older dual-core boxes

Replacing a machine with two cores and a mechanical drive removes the bottleneck that makes Windows sluggish under load. The four-thread CPU and solid-state storage keep the interface smooth when several browser tabs, Office programs and a video call run together. Buyers who need discrete graphics for CAD, rendering or gaming should look elsewhere.

Handles daily workloads with headroom

The 512GB SSD holds the operating system, applications and a large working set of files without constant cleanup. Sixteen gigabytes of RAM keeps dozens of tabs and background services in memory without swapping. Intel HD Graphics 530 drives two monitors at typical office resolutions; it runs out of steam on 3D tasks, heavy video editing or modern game titles.

How it compares

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

Price $198.99
Cheaper than about 90% 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 512 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 11,342 items is 512 GB.

Specifications

Product
Product typeDesktop PC
Processor
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6500
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Graphics
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
Size & build
Form factorSmall Form Factor
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

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Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions of the Small Form Factor case so I can check if it fits my desk space?

The Small Form Factor chassis is designed to save workspace on a desk or shelf; measure your available area against the unit before placing it.

How do I add more memory, and which slot do I use first?

Open the side panel, locate the DDR4 slots on the motherboard, and populate the primary slot first for single-channel operation.

Which component will need replacement after several years of daily use?

The 512 GB SSD has a finite write endurance and will eventually require replacement if workloads remain heavy.

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