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Compact black micro desktop tower with front USB ports and power button

MSI

MSI PRO DP21 13M-496US i5-13400 8GB DDR4 500GB NVMe desktop PC

SKU CH-ZQJQ-2NNM6 MPN PRO DP21 13M-496US

Compact business desktop with a 10-core Intel Core i5-13400, 8 GB DDR4, 500 GB NVMe SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 13th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4 (1 × 8 GB) 3200 MHz
  • Storage drive500 GB M.2 NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 730
  • CPUIntel Core i5-13400 2.5 GHz

Operating System Windows 11 Pro

CPU Type Intel Core i5 13th Gen

CPU Name · GPU · Memory · SSD Intel Core i5-13400 · Intel UHD Graphics 730 · 8GB DDR4 · 500GB NVMe

  • 10-core 13th Gen Intel i5 handles heavy multitasking
  • 500 GB NVMe SSD boots apps in seconds
  • 8 GB DDR4 at 3200 MHz keeps workflows responsive
  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit adds business-grade security
  • VESA 100×100 mount frees desk space in any setup

Compact Business Desktop

The MSI PRO DP21 13M-496US is a micro form factor desktop built for professional environments. It runs on an Intel Core i5-13400 2.50 GHz processor with 10 cores and 16 threads, supported by 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz memory and a 500 GB NVMe SSD. Windows 11 Pro 64-bit comes pre-installed, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 handles display output. A 120 W power supply and VESA 100x100 mm mounting complete the package.

Suited For Office And Education

This system suits office workers, educators and reception desks that need a small, quiet PC for document editing, web apps and video calls. The single 8 GB memory module leaves one slot open for a simple capacity upgrade. Buyers who need discrete graphics for CAD rendering, multiple high-resolution monitors or heavy local data processing should look at a larger workstation class instead.

Key Spec Decides Fit

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 is the specification that determines suitability. It shares system memory and provides baseline 4K output for productivity software, but it cannot accelerate 3D workloads or drive demanding visual applications. If the workflow relies on GPU compute or high frame-rate graphics, this desktop will not meet the requirement.

How it compares

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

Price $592.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR4 (1 × 8 GB) 3200 MHz
Lower than about 80% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model namePRO DP21 13M-496US
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness / Mainstream / Work / Business
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 13th Gen
CPUIntel Core i5-13400 2.5 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core i5-13400
Base clock speed2.5 GHz
Processor cache20 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU20 MB
Memory
Memory size8 GB DDR4 (1 × 8 GB) 3200 MHz
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4 3200
Memory configuration8 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots1
Max supported RAM64 GB
Storage
Storage drive500 GB M.2 NVMe SSD
SSD storage500 GB NVMe
Hard driveNo
Storage configurationExpansion
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe/SATA)
2 × 2.5 in
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPUIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC897
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet controllerRealtek RTL8111H
Wi-FiWIFI 6E - AX 211
Bluetooth support5.3
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4 x USB 2.0
Serial ports1
Video connectors1 x DP-out (1.4)
1 x HDMI-out (2.0b)
Rear USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
Ethernet port1 port
Power
Power supply120 W
Size & build
Overall dimensions8.03 in × 2.16 in × 8.19 in
Product weight6.06 lb (2.75 kg)
Shipping weight3.33 kg
Package size400 × 273 × 175 mm
In the box
Pointing deviceWired Mouse (Black)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro 64-bit
More details
Keyboard typeWired Keyboard (Black)

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Questions about this item

Does the DP21 13M-496US include a monitor, keyboard and mouse in the box, or must they be purchased separately?

The desktop ships as a tower only. A display, keyboard and mouse are not included and must be bought separately.

Should I choose the 8 GB DDR4 configuration or look for a 16 GB version of the DP21 13M-496US?

This model comes with a single 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz module. If your workload needs more memory, you would have to add a second module after purchase.

How does the Intel UHD Graphics 730 integrated GPU perform when the DP21 13M-496US is used for typical office applications?

The UHD 730 handles standard business tasks, web browsing and video playback smoothly. It is not designed for 3D rendering or modern gaming workloads.

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