Dell OptiPlex 5060 SFF

What type of RAM does the Dell OptiPlex 5060 SFF support, and what is the maximum capacity?

It supports DDR4 SDRAM (non-ECC) in two SO-DIMM slots, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) at speeds up to 2666 MHz.

How many storage drives can I install, and what interfaces are available?

The system has one M.2 2280 slot for PCIe NVMe SSDs, one 2.5-inch SATA drive bay, and one 3.5-inch SATA drive bay. It includes two SATA 6 Gbps ports on the motherboard.

Which CPUs are compatible with the OptiPlex 5060 SFF?

It uses an LGA 1151 socket and supports 8th and 9th generation Intel Core i3, i5, i7, and Pentium Gold processors with a 35W or 65W TDP, including the Core i7-8700 and i7-9700.

Can I upgrade the graphics card in this small form factor PC?

Yes, but only low-profile, half-height PCIe x16 cards that fit the SFF chassis. The power supply is typically 180W or 200W, limiting high-performance GPU options.

Is the M.2 slot compatible with both SATA and NVMe SSDs?

The M.2 2280 slot supports PCIe NVMe SSDs only; it does not support SATA M.2 drives.

What other upgradeable components does the OptiPlex 5060 SFF have?

You can upgrade the wireless card via a M.2 2230 slot for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and the system has one full-height PCIe x1 slot for additional expansion cards.