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Black Dell OptiPlex Mini Tower desktop PC

DELL

DELL OptiPlex Mini Tower desktop PC i5-8500 16GB 256GB Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-Y2TM-CBZJ3

A business desktop mini tower with a six-core Intel Core i5-8500 processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory, and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • TypeDesktop PC
  • Form FactorMini Tower
  • ColorBlack
  • Cache Per Processor9MB
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • Windows 11Ready
  • 6-core i5-8500 up to 4.10 GHz powers business multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD delivers fast boot and file access
  • Mini Tower chassis enables easy upgrades and airflow
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for professional features

Purpose-built desktop

The Dell OptiPlex Mini Tower is a business-class desktop computer driven by an Intel Core i5-8500 processor with 6 cores and 6 threads running at a 3.00GHz base frequency and a 4.10GHz turbo frequency. It ships with 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB SSD, and it comes with Windows 11 Pro already installed. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 handles display output through HDMI and DisplayPort connectors.

Who this suits and who it does not

This system suits office workers, students and home users who need dependable multitasking for productivity applications, web browsing and video calls. The 16GB DDR4 allocation and 256GB SSD capacity cover typical document and browser workloads without delay. Buyers who want more storage or a discrete graphics card for 3D rendering or gaming should look at a different configuration.

Behaviour under sustained load

The Mini Tower chassis provides better airflow than smaller form factors, helping the i5-8500 maintain its turbo frequencies during extended work sessions. The 9MB Smart Cache and 6-thread design keep background tasks responsive while foreground applications run. With a maximum supported memory of 32GB, the platform has headroom for future DDR4 upgrades if workloads grow.

Highlights

  • 6-core i5-8500 up to 4.10 GHz powers business multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD delivers fast boot and file access
  • Mini Tower chassis enables easy upgrades and airflow
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for professional features

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
TypeDesktop PC
Form FactorMini Tower
ColorBlack
Cache Per Processor9MB
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Windows 11Ready
CPU NameIntel Core i5-8500
CPU Base Frequency3.00GHz
Turbo Frequency4.10GHz
GPU/VGA TypeIntel UHD Graphics 630
Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
SSD256GB
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports1
RJ451 port

Questions about this item

Will the OptiPlex Mini Tower turn on without a monitor connected to its HDMI or DisplayPort?

Yes, the system will boot and run headless; the HDMI and DisplayPort outputs are only needed when you want to see the Intel UHD Graphics 630 desktop.

Can I keep my older USB 2.0 flash drives and plug them into the front USB-A ports on this OptiPlex?

The front panel provides USB-A 3.0 and USB-A 2.0 ports, so legacy USB 2.0 drives will work at their native speed.

How can I confirm the i5-8500 is reaching its 4.10 GHz turbo after I set up Windows 11 Pro?

Open Task Manager, select the Performance tab, watch the CPU frequency while a load runs; it should climb toward 4.10 GHz on active cores.

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