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Small black Dell OptiPlex 3050 desktop tower, compact form factor, matte finish

DELL

DELL OptiPlex 3050 SFF i5-6500 16GB 2TB HDD Windows 10

SKU CH-0M69-XN6NT

Small-form-factor business desktop with a quad-core 3.2 GHz processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 2 TB SATA hard 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 None

  • 1TB PCIe
  • 1TB
  • 256GB PCIe
  • 256GB
  • 512GB PCIe
  • 512GB
  • None

HDD 2TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 2 TB SATA drive stores large file libraries
  • Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated out of the box
  • HDMI plus DisplayPort drive modern monitors without adapters

Compact Business Desktop

The Dell OptiPlex 3050 SFF is a small-form-factor desktop built around a 64-bit quad-core Intel Core i5-6500 processor running at 3.2 GHz with 6 MB L3 cache. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 2 TB SATA hard drive. Windows 10 Home is pre-installed and activated with a genuine Microsoft COA sticker attached to the chassis. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives one DisplayPort and one HDMI output.

Included Accessories and Software Impact

The package supplies only the desktop unit and a power cord; no keyboard, mouse or monitor are provided. A DVD-RW optical drive is fitted internally for legacy media access. The fresh Windows 10 installation is ready to use immediately, and the COA sticker allows a future upgrade to Windows 11 Pro if desired. Four USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports handle peripheral connectivity.

Display and Connectivity Limits

Video output is restricted to DisplayPort and HDMI; the system lacks VGA or DVI ports, so older monitors require an active adapter or converter cable. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 is suitable for general business applications but not for demanding 3D workloads. Network access relies on a single Gigabit Ethernet port; no wireless or Bluetooth capability is included. The small-form-factor chassis limits internal expansion space for additional cards or drives.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 2 TB SATA drive stores large file libraries
  • Windows 10 Home pre-installed and activated out of the box
  • HDMI plus DisplayPort drive modern monitors without adapters

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
Storage2TB HDD
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
SSDNo
HDD2TB
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

Will the 2TB SATA hard drive need replacement after heavy daily use?

The 2TB SATA hard drive is a mechanical component; under continuous workloads it will eventually wear and should be monitored for SMART alerts.

What limits sustained performance first on the i5-6500?

The 65 W quad-core CPU hits its thermal ceiling before the 16GB DDR4 or integrated HD 530 graphics become bottlenecks.

How loud and hot does the small-form-factor chassis get when running all day?

The compact case relies on a single system fan; expect noticeable airflow noise and warm exhaust after extended full-load sessions.

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