Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF Black 2025
About This Desktop
Basic ParametersProduct Type:Business ComputerProcessorCPU Series:Intel Core i5 6th Generation SeriesCPU Model:Intel Core i5 6500TCPU Frequency:2.5GHzMaximum Core Frequency:3.1GHzBus Specification:DMI 8 GT/sCache:L3 6MBCore Codename:SkylakeNumber of Cores/Threads:4 Cores/4 ThreadsProcess:14nmStorageMemory Capacity:8GBMemory Type:DDR3Hard Disk Capacity:256GBHard Disk Description:7200 RPMGraphics CardGraphics card type: integrated graphicsGraphics chip:Intel GMA HD 530Memory Capacity:Shared Memory CapacityNetworkingWireless Network Card:Support 802.11b/g/n wireless protocolsWired Network Card:1000Mbps Ethernet cardI/O InterfaceData Interface 5×USB2.0, 6×USB3.0Audio Interface Headphone Output Interface, Microphone Input InterfaceVideo Interface HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA (optional)Network Interface RJ45 (Network Interface)Other interfaces Power connector, PS/2, COM serial port, UAJ interfaceExpansion Slot 1×PCIe x16, 1×PCIe x4, 1×M.2
- The Dell OptiPlex desktop is powered by a 6th GenIntel Core i5-6500T processor, making it a reliable i5 desktop computer ideal for multitasking, business applications, and high-efficiency office environments
- Equipped with 8GB DDR3 RAM and a 256GB 7200 RPM HDD, this Dell desktop pc offers rapid data access and smooth performance for demanding workloads
- With integrated Intel HD 530 graphics, the Dell computer desktop supports HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA outputs—perfect for dual-monitor productivity setups in professional spaces
- The Dell desktop computer includes extensive I/O options: 6×USB 3.0, 5×USB 2.0, and multiple video/audio ports, ensuring seamless connectivity to all your essential devices
- Designed in a compact Small Form Factor (SFF), the Dell OptiPlex 5040 desktop fits easily into tight workspaces while maintaining the power and expandability of a full Dell desktop computer system
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong port (100th percentile) 100th
- Strong gpu (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong social proof (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong reliability (72th percentile) 72th
Cons
- Below average ram (7th percentile) 7th
- Below average cpu (8th percentile) 8th
- Below average storage (13th percentile) 13th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core i5 6500 |
| Cores | 4 |
| Frequency | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Type | integrated |
| VRAM | 48 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD |
Build
| Form Factor | sff |
| Weight | 5.8 kg / 12.8 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB-C Ports | 6 |
| USB Ports | 11 |
| HDMI | HDMI |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 4 |
| Ethernet | 1000Mbps Ethernet card |
System
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF | Lenovo Yoga AIO F0J20012US | HP ProDesk HP ProDesk 600 G3 | Minisforum UM880 Plus UM880 Plus | wo-we Mini PC HU-MNPC07 | ACEMAGIC M1 M1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5 6500 | Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | Intel Core i7 7700 | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H |
| RAM (GB) | 8 | 16 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 256 | 1000 | 2000 | 1024 | 1024 | 1024 |
| GPU | AMD Intel HD Graphics 530 | Intel Arc | AMD integrated | AMD Radeon 780M | AMD Radeon 760M | Ryzen integrated |
| Form Factor | sff | aio | mini-tower | mini | mini | mini |
| Psu W | - | 170 | - | 120 | - | - |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 | OS | OS 11 Pro | English |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Port | Storage | User Sentiment | Reliability | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell OptiPlex 5040 SFF | 7.5 | 95.4 | 7.4 | 99.9 | 12.7 | 36.2 | 71.6 | 91.2 |
| Lenovo Yoga AIO F0J20012US Compare | 68.6 | 51.3 | 56.4 | 84.6 | 49.6 | 76.5 | 71.6 | 97.8 |
| HP ProDesk HP ProDesk 600 G3 Compare | 73.9 | 23 | 62.6 | 85.8 | 80.3 | 0 | 71.6 | 89.2 |
| Minisforum UM880 Plus UM880 Plus Compare | 65.3 | 53.4 | 82 | 59 | 72.7 | 0 | 12.2 | 95.9 |
| wo-we Mini PC HU-MNPC07 Compare | 53.4 | 53.4 | 82 | 70.9 | 72.7 | 76.5 | 12.2 | 89.7 |
| ACEMAGIC M1 M1 Compare | 53.1 | 50.1 | 76 | 74 | 55.7 | 0 | 12.2 | 94.4 |
Usage Scores
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