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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 3010 desktop tower with keyboard and mouse

DELL

Dell OptiPlex 3010 Desktop i5 3rd Gen 8 GB RAM 320 GB HDD DVD-RW Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-8YR7-0E475

A compact desktop with a quad-core Intel Core i5, 8 GB DDR3 RAM, 320 GB hard drive, DVD-RW and Windows 10 Pro, plus keyboard and mouse included

  • TypeStudent / Home Office
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen 2.9 GHz - 3.2 GHz
  • Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Ready for everyday tasks with Intel Core i5 3rd Gen 2.9-3.2 GHz processor
  • Smooth multitasking backed by 8 GB DDR3 memory
  • Stores documents and media on 3.5" 320 GB hard drive
  • Reads and writes CDs or DVDs via 16X DVD±RW drive
  • Connects displays through VGA and HDMI outputs

Desktop for home and student use

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 is a compact desktop computer built around an Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor that runs between 2.9 GHz and 3.2 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 3.5-inch 320 GB hard drive for everyday storage. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit comes pre-installed alongside a USB keyboard and mouse.

Thermals, noise and power in normal use

Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 and the low-power quad-core CPU keep heat output modest during typical office tasks, web browsing and video playback. The small form factor chassis uses a single system fan that stays quiet under light loads. Gigabit Ethernet and the 16X DVD±RW drive add minimal extra power draw.

Behaviour under sustained load

When all four cores run near 3.2 GHz for extended periods the fan speed increases noticeably but remains within normal desktop limits. The 320 GB mechanical drive can become a bottleneck during large file transfers or heavy multitasking. Graphics performance is limited to the integrated HD 2500 engine, so 3D rendering or modern gaming will throttle quickly.

Highlights

  • Ready for everyday tasks with Intel Core i5 3rd Gen 2.9-3.2 GHz processor
  • Smooth multitasking backed by 8 GB DDR3 memory
  • Stores documents and media on 3.5" 320 GB hard drive
  • Reads and writes CDs or DVDs via 16X DVD±RW drive
  • Connects displays through VGA and HDMI outputs

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model3010
Part Number3010
TypeStudent / Home Office
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen 2.9 GHz - 3.2 GHz
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage3.5" 320 GB Hard Drive
Optical Drive16X DVD±RW Drive
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
AudioSound card - Integrated
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
MonitorMonitor not included
CaseDesktop
KeyboardUSB Keyboard
MouseUSB Mouse
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
Software IncludedWindows 10 Professional Restore Media
ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
Max Supported Qty1
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 2500
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity8GB DDR3
Memory SpeedDDR3
Memory Spec4 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Memory Slots (Available/Total)0/2
Maximum Memory Supported8 GB
SSDNo
HDD250GB
HDD InterfaceSATA
Storage Spec3.5" 250 GB Hard Drive
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
Audio ChipsetIntegrated
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
Front USB2
Front Audio Ports2
PS/22
Video Ports1 VGA, 1 HDMI
Rear USB6
RJ451 port
Rear Audio Ports1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Keyboard TypeUSB Keyboard
Mouse TypeUSB Mouse
Speaker ConfigurationInternal Speaker
Dimensions (H x W x D)14.2 x 4.0 x 16.1
Weight17

Questions about this item

How do I install additional DDR3 memory in the 240-pin DIMM slots, and what step is often missed?

Open the case, align the notch on the DDR3 module with the 240-pin slot, press firmly until both retention clips click, then verify the new total in BIOS.

Which component will likely need replacement first after extended use?

The 3.5-inch 320 GB mechanical hard drive has moving parts that wear out faster than the solid-state components.

What performance limit appears first when the quad-core i5 runs at 3.2 GHz under sustained load?

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 shares system memory and thermal headroom with the CPU, so graphics-intensive tasks hit thermal throttling before the processor reaches its maximum frequency.

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