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Black Dell OptiPlex small form factor desktop with wired mouse

DELL

DELL OptiPlex SFF i5-6500 3.2GHz 16GB DDR4 1TB SSD Radeon RX 550 4GB

SKU CH-DAAR-VCMCG

Small-form-factor desktop with an Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz, 16 GB DDR4, 1 TB SSD and Radeon RX 550 4 GB graphics for 1080p gaming

  • TypeGaming & Entertainment
  • Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro ‍👉Check gaming pc with Windows 11 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • CPU Name3.2GHz
  • Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz for responsive gaming
  • AMD Radeon RX 550 4GB DDR5 graphics for smooth visuals
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory and 1 TB SSD for fast loads
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for immediate use
  • Compact SFF chassis with 10 USB ports and dual DisplayPort output

Compact gaming desktop for everyday play

This Dell OptiPlex small-form-factor system pairs a 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5-6500 with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD. The AMD Radeon RX 550 4 GB graphics card drives two DisplayPort outputs and one HDMI port. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed, and a wired keyboard and mouse are included.

Sustained-load behaviour with 65 W processor

The i5-6500 runs at a 3.20 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.60 GHz on shorter bursts, so frame rates stay steadier during long sessions than on lower-power chips. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 keeps background tasks from forcing the SSD into heavy swap activity. The RX 550 delivers consistent entry-level 1080p performance without the clock throttling seen on integrated graphics.

Thermals, noise and power in normal use

The slim chassis uses Dell's directed-airflow design to move heat from the 65 W CPU and the RX 550 through a single blower-style fan. Acoustic output stays at typical office levels during browser work or video playback and rises moderately under gaming load. Total system draw remains well within the range of the internal power supply, so no external adapter is required.

Highlights

  • Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz for responsive gaming
  • AMD Radeon RX 550 4GB DDR5 graphics for smooth visuals
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory and 1 TB SSD for fast loads
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for immediate use
  • Compact SFF chassis with 10 USB ports and dual DisplayPort output

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesOptiPlex
TypeGaming & Entertainment
Form FactorSlim/Small Form Factor
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro ‍👉Check gaming pc with Windows 11 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU Name3.2GHz
GPU/VGA TypeAMD Radeon RX 550
Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
SSD1TB
HDDNo
Screen SizeNo Screen
Front USB4
Front Audio Ports1
Video Ports2 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB6
RJ451
Rear Audio Ports1
Mouse TypeWired Mouse
Keyboard TypeWired Keyboard
Package ContentsDELL Optiplex SFF With Free Keyboard, Mouse, Power Cord

Questions about this item

How loud does the OptiPlex SFF get when the Radeon RX 550 runs under load all day?

The small form factor chassis uses a compact cooling assembly that spins faster under sustained GPU load, so fan noise becomes noticeable in a quiet room.

Do I need to add anything before the 16 GB DDR4 and 1 TB SSD are usable?

No, the memory and solid-state drive are factory-installed and the system ships with Windows 10 Pro already activated.

Will my older monitors work with the 2 DisplayPort and 1 HDMI outputs on the RX 550?

Yes, both DisplayPort and HDMI are standard digital interfaces supported by virtually all monitors made in the last decade.

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