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Compact black and silver small form factor desktop tower with optical drive slot visible

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3010 SFF desktop PC i5-3470 3.2 GHz 8 GB DDR3 1 TB HDD

SKU CH-YTWF-04VBJ

Small-form-factor desktop with a quad-core Intel i5-3470, 8 GB DDR3, 1 TB hard drive and Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeStudent / Home Office
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel 3rd Gen i5-3470 3.20 GHz
  • Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
  • Ready for work with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed
  • Quad-core i5-3470 at 3.2 GHz handles everyday tasks
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • 1 TB SATA hard drive stores large file collections
  • Compact SFF case fits tight desk spaces

Compact SFF desktop for everyday work

The Dell OptiPlex 3010 Small Form Factor desktop fits on a tight desk and ships with Windows 10 Pro 64-Bit, a USB keyboard and a USB mouse. An Intel Core i5-3470 quad-core processor at 3.2 GHz and 8 GB of DDR3 memory handle office applications, web browsing and video playback for students and home-office users. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 drives a display through VGA or HDMI. A 16X DVD±RW drive reads and writes optical media.

Build context: expansion and connectivity

The SFF chassis accepts low-profile add-in cards and holds a 3.5" 1 TB SATA hard drive for bulk storage. Four DIMM 240-pin slots are populated with 8 GB of DDR3 RAM. Gigabit Ethernet provides wired network access. The included peripherals and restore media mean the system is ready to run without extra purchases. Buyers who want more storage or a discrete graphics card will need a larger case and a higher-wattage power supply.

Sustained-load behaviour

The 3.2 GHz quad-core CPU maintains its clock speed during long document-editing sessions, video streams or background updates. Intel HD Graphics 2500 handles 2D desktop composition and hardware-accelerated video decode without thermal throttling in the small chassis. The 1 TB hard drive delivers steady sequential throughput for large file copies. The platform is not suited to extended 3D rendering, heavy compilation or modern gaming workloads.

Highlights

  • Ready for work with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed
  • Quad-core i5-3470 at 3.2 GHz handles everyday tasks
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory supports smooth multitasking
  • 1 TB SATA hard drive stores large file collections
  • Compact SFF case fits tight desk spaces

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model3010
Part NumberQuad CPU
TypeStudent / Home Office
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel 3rd Gen i5-3470 3.20 GHz
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage3.5" 1TB Hard Drive
Optical Drive16X DVD±RW Drive
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2500
AudioSound card - Integrated
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
CaseSFF
KeyboardUSB Keyboard
MouseUSB Mouse
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
Software IncludedWindows 10 Restore Media
ChipsetIntel H61 Express Chipset
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
Max Supported Qty1
CPU NameIntel Core i5-3470
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 2500
Graphics CardIntergrated
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity8GB DDR3
Memory SpeedDDR3
Memory Spec2 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Memory Slots (Available/Total)0/2
Maximum Memory Supported8 GB
SSDNo
HDD1TB
HDD InterfaceSATA
Storage Spec3.5" 1TB Hard Drive
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
Audio ChipsetIntegrated
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
WLANIEEE 802.11n
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
Package ContentsUSB Keyboard + Mouse

Questions about this item

How long can the i5-3470 run at 3.2 GHz before the SFF case limits thermal performance?

The small form factor chassis relies on a single internal fan; under continuous full-core load the CPU will throttle once its temperature target is reached, typically after several minutes of sustained 3.20 GHz operation.

What noise and heat levels should I expect when the system runs all day?

The 16X DVD±RW drive and 3.5" 1TB hard drive are the main acoustic sources; the integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 and Gigabit Ethernet add minimal heat, so idle noise stays low and case temperature remains moderate during typical office workloads.

Which display cable do I need to use the HDMI output on this OptiPlex 3010?

A standard HDMI-to-HDMI cable connects the rear HDMI port to any monitor or TV with an HDMI input; the system also provides a VGA port if your display only supports that interface.

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