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Refurbished: Dell OptiPlex 3080 MFF (i3-10100T, 4GB RAM, 500GB HDD) $149

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  • Intel Core i3-10100T (4-Core)
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Oct 10, 2024 12:10 AM
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swechslerOct 10, 2024 12:10 AM
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The i3 is usable (not fantastic but fine for everyday tasks) but once you invest the money to upgrade the memory and add an SSD, you're looking at over $200 total. Plus this is not expandable at all.

It should have two SO-DIMM DDR4 slots.
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The_Love_SpudOct 10, 2024 08:05 AM
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The primary ding on this configuration is that out of the box even the average user should plan to upgrade the RAM. Fortunately, this uses cheap DDR4 RAM so that even a 16GB kit (2x8GB SODIMM) can be found for under $30. Of course, plenty of basic users could get away with adding a single 4GB stick for under $15 if they're just trying to get away with the lowest immediate cost. Details on the supported memory configurations here [dell.com].

The secret value in this configuration is the 10th generation i3 CPU. This i3 model has four (4) i-series cores making it equivalent to older i5 and i7 models. (The 8th generation having introduced 4 core i3 models) As such, this is a real sleeper with performance that easily matches something like an old i7-7700 but with better efficiency. That makes this tiny PC a killer productivity/student PC once you address the limited RAM configuration.

Also worth noting is that this system is eligible for an automatic upgrade to Windows 11.

Down the road you'd probably want to further improve performance with an NVMe SSD, but this is far from a must-do item for basic users. See notes on that upgrade here [dell.com].

Good luck!
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Oct 10, 2024 01:35 PM
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Oct 10, 2024 01:35 PM
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Here's another steal of a deal on a refurb HP i5-12400 desktop at $210 shipped. Only 6 available

https://www.ebay.com/itm/125933629578
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Oct 10, 2024 01:57 PM
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frollicOct 10, 2024 01:57 PM
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get something like https://www.walmart.com/ip/M-2-A-...186630499, and have a pretty beefy wired router.
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exhurtOct 10, 2024 01:59 PM
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Quote from BabyBubba :
Here's another steal of a deal on a refurb HP i5-12400 desktop at $210 shipped. Only 6 available

https://www.ebay.com/itm/125933629578
Decent computer for the price but the form factor is 20x larger lol
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Oct 10, 2024 02:23 PM
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Quote from exhurt :
Decent computer for the price but the form factor is 20x larger lol
True enough. I actually still prefer the SFF and larger platforms. Generally more comprehensive I/O ports, easier heat management, and friendlier to upgrades.
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I'd bite if there was some path to drive a display monitor at 2560x1440.
But without a PCI slot for a graphics card, you're stuck at 1920x1080, tops.

Edit: I've been corrected...hopefully it'll do me!
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scandaljoeOct 10, 2024 03:20 PM
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Quote from UkeDog :
I'd bite if there was some path to drive a display monitor at 2560x1440.
But without a PCI slot for a graphics card, you're stuck at 1920x1080, tops.
This is very inaccurate.

I have this exact model, currently using it with a 4k TV for movies and security footage.
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sarlo100Oct 10, 2024 03:53 PM
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Quote from scandaljoe :
This is very inaccurate.

I have this exact model, currently using it with a 4k TV for movies and security footage.
You're using it at 4K30, fine for movies - not so fine for general computing.

Getting to 4K60 will require a discreet GPU. I know this, because I'm typing this out on an i3-10105 system that I originally got with the intention of upgrading, but realized the CPU was more than adequate for anything I need.

Once memory and a proper GPU were installed, it runs just fine for my needs.
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sarlo100Oct 10, 2024 03:55 PM
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Quote from UkeDog :
I'd bite if there was some path to drive a display monitor at 2560x1440.
But without a PCI slot for a graphics card, you're stuck at 1920x1080, tops.
You do have the option to run at 4K30.

Not great for general computing, I know. But it does exist.
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Quote from scandaljoe :
This is very inaccurate.

I have this exact model, currently using it with a 4k TV for movies and security footage.
I hope you're right, I ordered one Lol.
From what I can tell the Intel UHD 610 Graphics (integrated) can do 2560x1440 on the DisplayPort. Hope so, anyway!
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swechslerOct 10, 2024 04:53 PM
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Quote from sarlo100 :
You do have the option to run at 4K30.

Not great for general computing, I know. But it does exist.
According to Intel's specs [intel.com], it can do 4k@60hz over DP. Presumably over HDMI as well using an active DP to HDMI adapter.
Oct 10, 2024 05:32 PM
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sarlo100Oct 10, 2024 05:32 PM
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Quote from swechsler :
According to Intel's specs [intel.com], it can do 4k@60hz over DP. Presumably over HDMI as well using an active DP to HDMI adapter.
As long as it's a Displayport 1.2 or better, then yes.

Anybody confirm this one as a DP 1.2 port?
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IFORGOTOct 10, 2024 05:52 PM
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Looks like this config is gone. Frown

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dealsalwaysOct 10, 2024 10:22 PM
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Quote from sarlo100 :
You do have the option to run at 4K30.

Not great for general computing, I know. But it does exist.
Where do you most notice 30Hz vs 60Hz in general, productivity work?
Mouse jitter? where else? the windows for the most part never change (browser/editor windows) except for when moving. ​

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