Description
Dell OptiPlex 3050 MT
The entry-level Dell mini tower with genuine 7th Gen Intel performance and M.2 NVMe speed at a price built for volume office deployments.
- Intel Core i5-7500 / i7-7700
- Max 32GB DDR4
- M.2 NVMe SSD Support
- Compact Mini Tower
- Configure CPU, RAM & Storage
- ProcessorCore i5-7500 / i7-7700
- Max MemoryMax 32GB DDR4 (2 Slots)
- StorageM.2 NVMe + 3 SATA Ports
- PortsDisplayPort, HDMI, 8x USB
The Dell OptiPlex 3050 MT is Dell's entry point into genuine 7th Gen business computing, imported to Egypt for offices that want real Intel performance without paying for a flagship tower. A quad-core i5 or i7, an M.2 slot for a fast NVMe boot drive, and a compact mini tower chassis cover everyday office work while keeping cost per seat low across a fleet. Choose your CPU, RAM and storage below — every unit is tested before it reaches you.
Why Choose the OptiPlex 3050 MT
- Genuine 7th Gen PerformanceCore i5-7500 or i7-7700 turbos up to 4.2GHz, a real step up over the previous generation for everyday multitasking.
- M.2 NVMe Boot DriveAn M.2 2280/2242 slot supports a fast NVMe SSD for noticeably quicker boot and load times.
- Low Cost Per SeatThe entry-tier OptiPlex chassis keeps hardware cost down for offices deploying many units at once.
- Compact Mini TowerSmaller than the flagship OptiPlex towers, it still fits a 3.5-inch drive, two 2.5-inch bays and a slim optical bay.
- Dell Business-Class BuildTool-less servicing and Dell Client Command Suite support are built for always-on office duty, not consumer churn.
Day to day, the 3050 MT is at its best running Microsoft Office, browser-based dashboards, email, POS software and light accounting work — the exact mix of tasks that fill an Egyptian office floor. With the i7-7700 and an NVMe boot drive, it opens programs and switches between windows noticeably faster than an older 6th Gen SATA-only machine.
Be clear on the limits before you buy. With only 2 DIMM slots, 32GB DDR4 is this platform's hard ceiling — if you need more memory headroom, look at the OptiPlex 7040 MT or 7050 MT instead. Graphics are Intel HD 630 integrated, fine for office and multi-monitor productivity but not for gaming or GPU-accelerated design work.
Who It's Built For
- Volume Office DeploymentsLow cost per seat makes this the practical choice when you're equipping many desks at once.
- Reception, POS & Data Entry StaffFast enough for everyday tasks without paying for performance headroom these roles won't use.
- IT Departments Standardizing FleetsTool-less servicing and consistent Dell business-class hardware simplify support across a large office rollout.
- Budget-Conscious Small BusinessesGenuine 7th Gen Intel performance and NVMe storage at a fraction of new-desktop pricing.
| Processor | Intel Core i5-7500 (4C/4T, 3.4GHz up to 3.8GHz, 6MB Cache, 65W) or Core i7-7700 (4C/8T, 3.6GHz up to 4.2GHz, 8MB Cache, 65W) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel B250 |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 630, integrated |
| Memory | 8GB / 16GB / 32GB DDR4-2400 — two DIMM slots, 32GB maximum |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB SSD. One M.2 2280/2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 NVMe slot plus three SATA ports (3.5in bay, 2x 2.5in bays, slim 5.25in bay) |
| Expansion Slots | 1x full-height PCIe 3.0 x16, 3x full-height PCIe x1 |
| Ports | 4x USB 3.0, 4x USB 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x RJ-45, headphone/microphone — optional serial, VGA and media card reader |
| Networking | Integrated Gigabit Ethernet; Wi-Fi via optional PCIe card |
| Power Supply | 240W, up to 85% efficient (80 PLUS Bronze) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Mini Tower chassis, approximately 7.93 kg |
| Condition | Grade A — imported, fully tested, light cosmetic wear only |