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DELL OptiPlex 5040 SFF desktop PC i5-6500 16GB DDR4 512GB SSD Win 11 Pro 24" monitor
A compact small-form-factor desktop with an Intel Core i5-6500, 16GB DDR4, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Pro and a 24-inch monitor
- TypeDesktop PC
- Form FactorSmall Form Factor
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
- GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics
- Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
- Ready for multitasking with 16GB DDR4 memory
- Fast boot and load times from 512GB SSD
- Compact Small Form Factor saves desk space
- Supports 4K resolution up to 4096×2304 at 60Hz
- Includes 24 inch LED monitor and Windows 11 Pro
Compact business desktop
The Dell OptiPlex 5040 is a Small Form Factor desktop PC built around an Intel Core i5-6500 processor running at 3.20 GHz with a 3.60 GHz turbo frequency. It ships with 16GB DDR4 memory, a 512GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro 64-bit installed. A 24-inch LED monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse are included for immediate deployment.
Ready for office peripherals
The chassis provides USB 3.1 and USB 2.0 ports alongside HDMI and DisplayPort outputs supporting up to 4096 × 2304 at 60 Hz. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives the supplied monitor or an additional display without a discrete card. Built-in Wi-Fi handles network connectivity so no Ethernet cable is required for basic operation.
Low thermal profile
The 65 W processor and integrated graphics keep heat output modest inside the small enclosure. Fan noise remains subdued during typical productivity workloads such as document editing and web browsing. Power draw stays well within the limits of the standard internal supply under normal use.
Highlights
- Ready for multitasking with 16GB DDR4 memory
- Fast boot and load times from 512GB SSD
- Compact Small Form Factor saves desk space
- Supports 4K resolution up to 4096×2304 at 60Hz
- Includes 24 inch LED monitor and Windows 11 Pro
Specifications
| Type | Desktop PC |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU Name | Intel Core i5-6500 |
| GPU/VGA Type | Intel HD Graphics |
| Memory Capacity | 16GB DDR4 |
| SSD | 512GB |
Questions about this item
Will the Intel Core i5-6500 sustain its 3.60 GHz turbo frequency during long workloads in the small form factor chassis?
The small form factor design limits sustained turbo; expect the CPU to settle near its 3.20 GHz base frequency once thermal limits are reached during extended heavy use.
How loud does the OptiPlex 5040 get when the Intel HD Graphics 530 and i5-6500 run all day?
The compact chassis uses a single system fan that becomes audible under continuous load, but noise remains at typical office background levels rather than distracting whine.
Do I need to buy any cables or adapters to connect the included 24 inch LED monitor to the DisplayPort or HDMI outputs?
The monitor ships with the necessary video cable for either DisplayPort or HDMI, so no extra cables or adapters are required for initial setup.
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