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Dell Precision 3240 Compact desktop PC, matte black finish, front USB ports visible

DELL

DELL Precision 3240 Compact desktop PC i7-10700 2.90GHz 16GB DDR4 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-RDXM-5FWFB

Compact desktop with an 8-core Intel i7-10700 processor, 16GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 10th Gen
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Operating systemMac OS X 10.7 Lion
  • Memory slots2 total
  • Front USB ports2
  • 8-core Intel i7-10700 handles demanding workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • 512 GB M.2 SSD provides fast storage
  • Windows 11 Pro delivers business-ready features
  • Compact chassis fits tight workspaces

Compact workstation for professional workloads

The Dell Precision 3240 Compact desktop computer delivers an Intel Core i7-10700 eight-core processor at 2.90 GHz with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB M.2 SSD. It ships with Windows 11 Pro installed and suits engineers, analysts and designers who need reliable performance in a small footprint.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

The compact chassis houses the 10th-generation Intel processor and DDR4 memory without discrete graphics, keeping heat output and fan noise low during typical office and CAD tasks. Power draw remains modest thanks to the integrated graphics and solid-state storage, supporting quiet operation in shared workspaces.

Build integration and expansion headroom

The system provides two front USB ports and four rear USB ports plus a single RJ45 network connection for peripherals and wired networking. Two DDR4 memory slots are present in total, leaving room to add capacity later, while the M.2 SSD slot is occupied by the boot drive, freeing traditional drive bays for additional storage if the chassis allows.

How it compares

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

Price $456.99
Typical for this category: the median of 14,711 items is $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
Brand nameDELL
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 10th Gen
Memory
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Memory slots2 total
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1 port
Software
Operating systemMac OS X 10.7 Lion

Questions about this item

How do I install extra memory in the Precision 3240 Compact, and which mistake should I avoid?

The chassis has two DDR4 slots total; power off, open the side panel, insert the module at the keyed angle until it clicks, then close the case — using non-DDR4 memory is the common error because the slots only accept DDR4.

What maintenance or replacement will the 512 GB M.2 SSD need later?

The 512 GB M.2 SSD has no moving parts, so routine maintenance is not required; replacement is only necessary if the drive fails or you need more capacity.

What thermal limit appears first when the i7-10700 runs sustained heavy workloads in this compact chassis?

The i7-10700 will hit its thermal throttle point first, reducing clock speeds to stay within the compact cooler’s dissipation capacity.

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