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Dell CFC5C OptiPlex 3050 Micro Form Factor Desktop Computer, Intel Core i5-7500T, 8GB DDR4, 256GB Solid State Drive, Windows 10 Pro
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Dell CFC5C OptiPlex 3050 Micro Form Factor Desktop Computer

Bottom line: The Dell CFC5C OptiPlex 3050 Micro Form Factor Desktop Computer is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $464.13 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 10:25 UTC. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For retro PC hardware and period-correct parts, synthesises manufacturer documentation, community compatibility lists and marketplace listings rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Intel Core i5-7500T (QC/6MB/4T/2.7GHz/35W); supports Windows 10/Linux
  • ✓ Backed by Dell's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Designed to get the job done Compact without compromise: Native support for dual display and designed to pack business-class performance into the smallest possible format. Now utilizing 60% less surface area while still maintaining all the reliability you've come to expect. Service with ease: Tool-less serviceability and in-band management enables accessible system maintenance so you can more easily upgrade and replace components. Features that drive business More powerful than ever: Designed around Intel 7th Gen 35W processors with support up to Core i5. Amplify your performance: Supports…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Dell CFC5C OptiPlex 3050 Micro Form Factor Desktop Computer using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Dell's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Intel Core i5-7500T (QC/6MB/4T/2.7GHz/35W); supports Windows 10/Linux
  • 8GB DDR4 (1X8G) Memory
  • 256GB 2.5inch SATA Class 20 Solid State Drive
  • Micro Form Factor BTX
  • Windows 10 Pro 64bit English, French, Spanish
  • Max Memory: 32 GB

Full Specifications

BrandDell
ColorBlack
Weight8g
RAM TypeDDR4 SDRAM
CPU ModelCore i5
CPU Speed2.7 GHz
Cache Size6
Max Memory32 GB
Model NameOptiplex
Model Year2017
Resolution3840 x 2160
Style NameMicro Tower | 256 GB SSD | 8G Ram | I5
Unit Count1.0 Count
Aspect RatioUnknown
Display TypeLCD
Memory Speed2400 MHz
Model NumberCFC5C
Speaker TypeBuilt-in stereo speakers
Video OutputHDMI, DisplayPort
CompatibilityLinux
Full listing titleDell CFC5C OptiPlex 3050 Micro Form Factor Desktop Computer, Intel Core i5-7500T, 8GB DDR4, 256GB Solid State Drive, Windows 10 Pro

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

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