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Black Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF desktop tower

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF desktop PC i5-6500 8GB DDR4 240GB SSD

SKU CH-17M7-R2RC1

A compact business desktop with a quad-core i5-6500, 8 GB DDR4, 240 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorDIMM 288-pin
  • UsageBusiness
  • ColorBlack
  • ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Upto 3.6GHz
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Processor
  • Quad-core i5-6500 up to 3.6 GHz handles multi-tasking smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps everyday workloads responsive
  • 240 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • DisplayPort and HDMI drive dual monitors without adapters
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connect wired and wireless networks

Compact business desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF is a small-form-factor desktop built for office environments. It runs on an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor with a base frequency of 3.2 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz. The system includes 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 240 GB SSD for the operating system and applications. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed.

Office teams and home offices

This configuration suits workers who need a reliable machine for email, documents, web apps and video calls. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives two displays via DisplayPort and HDMI. Buyers who need discrete graphics performance for CAD, rendering or gaming should consider a different system. The 180 W power supply and compact chassis also limit internal expansion options.

240 GB SSD system drive

The primary storage is a 240 GB solid-state drive that holds the operating system and core programs. Users with large media libraries, databases or virtual machines will need additional external or network storage. No larger internal drive is included in this specification.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-6500 up to 3.6 GHz handles multi-tasking smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps everyday workloads responsive
  • 240 GB SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • DisplayPort and HDMI drive dual monitors without adapters
  • Gigabit Ethernet plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connect wired and wireless networks

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model5050
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorDIMM 288-pin
UsageBusiness
ColorBlack
ProcessorIntel Quad-Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Upto 3.6GHz
Processor Main Features64 bit Processor
Cache Per Processor6 MB L3 Cache
Memory8GB DDR4
Storage240GB SSD
Optical DriveDVD-RW
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 530
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
Power Supply180W
MonitorMonitor not included
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
ChipsetIntel B250
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU FSB350 MHz
CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
L3 Cache Per CPU6 MB
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151
CPU Main Features64 bit Processor
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 530
Graphics CardIntel HD Graphics 530
Memory Capacity8GB DDR4
Memory SpeedDDR4 2400
Memory Spec8 GB x 1
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)1
Maximum Memory Supported32 GB
SSD240GB
HDD InterfaceSATA
Storage Spec240GB SSD
Optical Drive TypeDVD±RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
Audio ChipsetIntegrated
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11ac Wireless LAN
BluetoothYes
Front USB2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Front Audio Ports1
Card ReaderYes
Video Ports1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1
RJ451 port
Rear Audio Ports1 port
Internal Bays1 x 3.5" (Internal), 1 x M.2 (Internal)
PCIe Slots1 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 1 x M.2
Keyboard TypeDell KB216 Wired Keyboard
Mouse TypeDell MS116 USB Optical Mouse
Speaker ConfigurationInternal Speaker
Dimensions (H x W x D)3.7 x 11.4 x 11.5"
Weight11.31
Package TypeRetail

Questions about this item

How do I add more memory to the OptiPlex 3050 SFF, and which slot mistake should I avoid?

Install DDR4 DIMMs into the 288-pin slots; the board uses two channels so populate matching pairs first rather than filling a single slot.

Which component in this desktop will most likely need replacement after several years of daily use?

The 180W power supply is the part most likely to require replacement once its capacitors age under continuous load.

What thermal or power limit appears first when the i5-6500 runs at 3.6 GHz for long periods?

The 180W power supply and small-form-factor airflow limit sustained turbo before the CPU hits its own thermal ceiling.

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