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Black and silver Dell OptiPlex 3010 desktop tower with DVD-RW drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3010 desktop PC Intel Core i5 3rd Gen 8GB DDR3 128GB SSD

SKU CH-MDAQ-QEMAJ

A compact desktop with an Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor, 8 GB DDR3 memory and a 128 GB SSD for everyday tasks

  • TypeStudent / Home Office
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor handles everyday tasks smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple programs responsive
  • 128 GB 2.5" SSD boots Windows 10 Home quickly
  • 16X DVD±RW drive reads and writes discs
  • Gigabit Ethernet provides wired network connectivity

Compact desktop for everyday office tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 is a small-form-factor desktop built around an Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 128 GB SATA SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Home, a 16X DVD±RW drive, integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500, Gigabit Ethernet and USB keyboard and mouse. The system targets students and home-office users who need a ready-to-run PC for web browsing, document editing and light multitasking.

Low heat and quiet operation at idle

With the integrated graphics and a modest processor the unit draws little power during typical office work, keeping internal temperatures low and fan noise barely audible. The 2.5-inch SSD has no moving parts, so seek noise is eliminated and the DVD drive spins only when media is accessed. This thermal profile suits quiet environments such as bedrooms or shared workspaces.

Steady performance within fixed memory limits

Under sustained load the 8 GB DDR3 ceiling — already fully populated across both DIMM slots — becomes the limiting factor; heavy multitasking or large datasets will trigger paging to the 128 GB SSD. The integrated GPU handles video playback and basic desktop composition but cannot accelerate modern 3D workloads. Buyers who need more memory, faster storage or discrete graphics should consider a different platform.

Highlights

  • Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor handles everyday tasks smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple programs responsive
  • 128 GB 2.5" SSD boots Windows 10 Home quickly
  • 16X DVD±RW drive reads and writes discs
  • Gigabit Ethernet provides wired network connectivity

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model3010
Part Number3010
TypeStudent / Home Office
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage2.5" 128 GB Solid State Hard Drive (SSD)
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 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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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
HDDNo
HDD InterfaceSATA
Storage Spec2.5" 128 GB Solid State Hard Drive (SSD)
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 more memory and what is the common mistake?

The system has two 240-pin DDR3 slots, both occupied by 4 GB modules. Maximum supported memory is 8 GB, so adding capacity requires replacing both sticks with a matched 8 GB DDR3 kit.

What maintenance or replacement will the 2.5-inch 128 GB SSD need later?

The SATA SSD has no moving parts, but its write endurance is finite. Plan to replace the drive once the host reports reallocated sectors or when SMART health drops below the manufacturer threshold.

What limit appears first under sustained load with the integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500?

The GPU shares system memory and has no dedicated VRAM, so thermal throttling of the processor or memory bandwidth saturation will limit 3D performance before the graphics engine itself maxes out.

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