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Dell Vostro 3030 tower desktop in black finish

DELL

DELL Vostro 3030 Desktop i5-14400 8GB DDR5 512GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-TC6J-EHR33

Business tower desktop with a 14th Gen Intel Core i5-14400 10-core processor, 8GB DDR5 memory and 512GB SSD storage

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 14th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR5
  • Storage drive512 GB Solid State Drive
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 730
  • CPU14th Generation Intel Core i5-14400 10-Core Processor at 1.8
  • 10-core processor handles multitasking with 4.70GHz boost
  • 8GB DDR5 memory keeps business apps responsive
  • 512GB SSD stores files and boots Windows fast
  • Wi-Fi 802.11AX and BlueTooth 5 connect peripherals wirelessly
  • Dual-monitor support via HDMI and DisplayPort expands workspace

Business Desktop Tower

The Dell Vostro 3030 is a business-oriented tower desktop built around a 14th Generation Intel Core i5-14400 10-Core processor with 20MB Smart Cache. It ships with 8GB of DDR5 memory, a 512GB solid state drive and Windows 11 Pro pre-installed. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 handles display output through HDMI and DisplayPort for dual-monitor setups. A wired keyboard and mouse are included in the box.

180W Power Supply Thermals

The system relies on a 180W internal power supply to feed the 10-Core CPU, DDR5 memory and SSD during typical office workloads. Intel UHD Graphics 730 adds minimal heat when driving two monitors over HDMI and DisplayPort. Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11AX and BlueTooth 5 connectivity operate within the same power envelope. The tower form factor allows airflow through the chassis without liquid cooling or large radiators.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under continuous multi-threaded tasks the i5-14400 can reach its 4.70GHz turbo frequency while the 180W supply caps total system draw. The 20MB Smart Cache helps maintain throughput when all 10 cores are active for extended periods. DDR5 memory bandwidth supports steady data flow to the processor without throttling. The 512GB SSD delivers consistent read and write speeds during long file transfers or background indexing.

How it compares

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

Price $673.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR5
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR5
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineVostro
Model name3030
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 14th Gen
CPU14th Generation Intel Core i5-14400 10-Core Processor at 1.8 GHz up to 4.7 GHz
Processor cache20 MB Intel Smart Cache
L3 cache per CPU20 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR5
RAM capacity8 GB DDR5
RAM type and speedDDR5
Memory configuration8 GB DDR5
Total memory slots2
Storage
Storage drive512 GB Solid State Drive
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB Solid State Drive
Disc driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPUIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPU modelIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPU interfaceIntegrated
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB Type-C
Front audio jacks1 x Headphone Jack
Video connectors1 x DisplayPort, 1 x HDMI
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.2, 2 x USB 2.0
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1
Power
Power supply180 W
Size & build
Form factorTower
Overall dimensions12.77 × 6.06 × 11.54
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseWired Mouse
Pointing deviceWired Mouse
In the boxDesktop PC, Mouse, Keyboard, Power cord
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardWired Keyboard
Keyboard typeWired Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I install extra DDR5 memory in the Vostro 3030 tower, and what step is often missed?

Power off, unplug, remove the side panel, insert the DDR5 module until the retention clips click, then replace the panel before reconnecting power; the step often missed is fully seating the clips on both ends.

Which component in the Vostro 3030 will likely need replacement first, and what spec should the new part match?

The 180W power supply is the part most likely to need replacement later; any replacement must deliver at least 180W and fit the tower form factor.

What thermal or power limit appears first when the Core i5-14400 runs sustained loads in this 180W chassis?

The 180W power supply caps total system draw, so the CPU will hit its power limit before thermal throttling becomes the primary constraint.

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