Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF Desktop i5-6500 16GB 512GB NVMe + 2TB HDD vs Dell Optiplex 7010 SFF Quad Core i5 16GB RAM 2TB HDD + 24in Monitor
Overall winner: Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF Desktop i5-6500 16GB 512GB NVMe + 2TB HDD
Key Differences
Product A (Optiplex 7010) offers a larger 2TB HDD and includes Windows 10 Pro; Product B (OptiPlex 7040) provides faster NVMe storage (512GB NVMe plus optional 2TB HDD) and newer connectivity (WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2) but is refurbished with variable Bluetooth reports
Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF Desktop i5-6500 16GB 512GB NVMe + 2TB HDD
Dell OptiPlex 7040 SFF desktop with quad-core i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB NVMe, 2TB HDD, built-in WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. Includes Windows 10 Pro and wireless keyboard/mouse. Customer note highlights fast performance and easy setup, with some mixed Bluetooth feedback
Pros
- quad-core performance
- built-in WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2
- ample memory and dual storage
- renewed/refurbished with like-new condition
Cons
- mixed Bluetooth connectivity feedback
Dell Optiplex 7010 SFF Quad Core i5 16GB RAM 2TB HDD + 24in Monitor
Dell Optiplex 7010 SFF desktop with quad-core i5, 16GB RAM, 2TB HDD, and Windows 10 Pro. Delivers multitasking and media streaming with a 24in monitor and input peripherals. Customer insight notes solid performance and value, with concerns about hard drive reliability
Pros
- quad-core i5 processor
- 16GB DDR3 RAM
- 24in monitor included
- Windows 10 Pro
Cons
- hard drive reliability concerns
- no built-in WiFi
- mixed build quality reports
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Tie |
| Durability | Dell |
| Versatility | Dell |
| User Reviews | Dell |