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Small black Dell OptiPlex 3050 desktop tower with DVD drive

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF i5-6500 16GB 1TB SSD desktop PC

SKU CH-4WH8-YJHX2

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB solid-state drive running Windows 10 Home

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
  • UsageBusiness
  • ColorBlack
  • Processori5 6500
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor

Operating System Windows 10 Home

Memory Capacity 16GB DDR4

SSD 1TB

HDD None

  • None
  • 1TB
  • 2TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-6500 handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 1 TB SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • HDMI and DisplayPort support dual-monitor setups
  • Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated

Small-form-factor desktop for office tasks

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF packs an Intel Core i5-6500 quad-core processor running at 3.2 GHz with 6 MB L3 cache, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD into a slim black chassis. It ships with a fresh Windows 10 Home installation and a genuine Microsoft COA sticker, ready for business applications or home productivity. Buyers who need discrete graphics or additional internal drive bays should look elsewhere.

Thermals power and noise in daily use

The small form factor relies on integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 and the efficient 65 W processor to keep heat output modest during typical office workloads. A single system fan manages airflow through the compact layout, so acoustic levels stay low while the 1 TB SSD eliminates mechanical drive noise. The included power cord connects to the internal supply rated for the configured components.

Accessories and software impact

The bundle provides only the desktop unit and a power cord; no keyboard, mouse or monitor are included. Video output is limited to one DisplayPort and one HDMI port, so older VGA or DVI displays require an active adapter. Windows 10 Home is pre-activated, and the supplier notes a Windows 11 Pro upgrade path is available for organisations that need it.

Highlights

  • Quad-core 3.2 GHz i5-6500 handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 1 TB SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • HDMI and DisplayPort support dual-monitor setups
  • Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
Model3050
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
UsageBusiness
ColorBlack
Processori5 6500
Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
Cache Per Processor6 MB L3 Cache
Memory16GB DDR4
Storage1TB SSD
GraphicsIntel HD 530
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
MonitorMonitor not included
KeyboardNone
MouseNone
Operating SystemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Software IncludedFresh install and activated with Windows 10. Genuine Microsof Windows COA sticker will be attached to the unit.
ChipsetIntel Q170
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
L3 Cache Per CPU6 MB
CPU Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 530
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
SSD1TB
HDDNo
Optical Drive TypeDVD-RW
Screen SizeNo Screen
TouchscreenNo
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports1
Video Ports1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB4
RJ451 port
Rear Audio Ports1
Consumer AlertGrade B units will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other surface imperfections. PC will show dings and/or scratches but does not effect any ports or lid operation. Grade B products are functionally equivalent to Grade A, and will include the same warranty and customer support as Grade A products. Pricing on Grade B products will typically be lower than Grade A products.

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 1TB SSD into the OptiPlex 3050 SFF, and what step is often missed?

Mount the 1TB SSD in the internal drive bay using the caddy and screws, connect the data and power cables, then initialise and format the drive in Windows Disk Management before use — the step many skip.

What maintenance or replacement will the OptiPlex 3050 SFF need later?

The CMOS battery on the motherboard will eventually need replacement to keep BIOS settings and system time, and the CPU cooler dust should be cleared periodically to maintain thermal performance.

What limit appears first on the OptiPlex 3050 SFF under sustained heavy workloads?

The Intel HD 530 integrated graphics shares 16GB DDR4 system memory and has no dedicated VRAM, so graphics-intensive tasks hit the shared memory ceiling before the i5-6500 3.2GHz CPU reaches its thermal ceiling.

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