DELL
DELL OptiPlex 3040 SFF i5-6500 16GB 512GB Win11 Pro
A small-form-factor desktop with a 3.20 GHz quad-core processor, 16 GB of memory, a 512 GB solid-state drive and Windows 11 Pro
- TypeDesktop PC
- Form FactorSmall Form Factor
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPU NameIntel Core i5-6500
- GPU/VGA TypeIntel HD Graphics 530
- Memory Capacity16GB
- Ready for multitasking with 16GB RAM installed
- Fast boot and load times from 512GB SSD
- Compact Small Form Factor saves desk space
- Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz turbo
- Windows 11 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for security
Small Form Factor Desktop
The Dell OptiPlex 3040 fits a full desktop into a compact chassis suited to office desks, reception counters or home workspaces. It ships with Windows 11 Pro 64-bit, 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD so the system is ready for business applications immediately. A wireless keyboard and mouse are included, and built-in Wi‑Fi handles network access without extra cabling.
Intel Core i5-6500 Processor
The quad-core CPU runs at a 3.20 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.60 GHz maximum turbo frequency for responsive multitasking. With four cores and four threads it handles typical productivity loads such as document editing, web sessions and video calls. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 drives displays up to 4096 × 2304 at 60 Hz through DisplayPort and HDMI outputs.
Sustained Office Workloads
The small form factor thermal design is built for continuous business hours rather than short bursts. Under steady multi-tasking the processor maintains its turbo behaviour within the chassis limits, while the SSD keeps application launches and file saves consistent. Buyers needing discrete graphics performance or user-upgradeable memory beyond the 16GB maximum should consider a different platform.
Highlights
- Ready for multitasking with 16GB RAM installed
- Fast boot and load times from 512GB SSD
- Compact Small Form Factor saves desk space
- Intel Core i5-6500 up to 3.60 GHz turbo
- Windows 11 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for security
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 530 |
| Memory Capacity | 16GB |
| SSD | 512GB |
Questions about this item
How does the 3.60 GHz turbo frequency behave under everyday workloads?
The Intel Core i5-6500 can reach 3.60 GHz on active cores when thermal headroom allows, giving snappy response for office apps and web browsing.
What display outputs does the Intel HD Graphics 530 provide and what resolution can they drive?
The integrated graphics offers DisplayPort and HDMI, supporting up to 4096 × 2304 at 60 Hz for a single 4K monitor.
Will the small form factor chassis accept a full-height graphics card or only low-profile cards?
The 3040 SFF uses low-profile expansion slots, so only half-height cards fit; full-height cards require a different chassis.
Also in this aisle
People compared these
Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.
DELL J1-7490AA01 All-in-One PC Core i7-10700 2.9GHz 16GB 512GB SSD 23.8" FHD
- All-in-One PC
- All-in-One
HP J1-800G6AA01 All-in-One PC Core i5-10500 16GB DDR4 512GB NVMe 23.8
- All-in-One PC
- All-in-One



