Dell

Optiplex 3060 Micro

CPU i5 8500T

GPU Intel UHD 630

Max RAM 32GB

Drives 2

From $370

Seller Amazon

The Dell Optiplex 3060 Micro is a mini PC powered by the Intel i5 8500T (8th gen). It features 6 performance cores and 6 threads and a LGA1151 socket. Graphics are handled by the integrated Intel Intel UHD 630. Supports up to 32GB of RAM across 2 slots at 2666 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 2 drives including 1 NVMe, 1× 2.5" SATA. Networking features 1 Ethernet port (up to 1G). Dimensions: 182 × 179 × 36mm (1.17L). Uses a Brick PSU, 35W TDP.

CPU & Performance

CPUi5 8500T

Generation8th

P-Cores6

Threads6

Single-core40

Multi-core11

SocketLGA1151

GPU

GPUIntel UHD 630

Discrete GPUNo

Integrated GPUYes

eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM32GB

RAM slots2

Max speed2666 MT/s

ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives2

NVMe slots1

Gen3 x41

2.5" SATA1

SD cardNo

Ports & Connectivity

Max displays2

Network

Max Ethernet1G

1G ports1

vProN

Physical

Dimensions182 × 179 × 36 mm

Volume1.17L

Fan size70mm

Warranty1 yr

Power

TDP35W

PSU typeBrick

Additional

Recommended for office work, web browsing, media playback, and light home or business use. Consider Dell Optiplex 3060 Micro if you want a compact mini PC built around its listed Intel i5 8500T processor and Intel Intel UHD 630 integrated GPU. It is less suitable for heavy gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads because no discrete or high-speed external GPU path is listed.

Dell Optiplex 3060 Micro features Intel i5 8500T with Intel Intel UHD 630 integrated GPU, offering 1× 1G Ethernet. CPU details include 8th CPU generation, 6 performance cores, and 6 threads. Memory support includes up to 32GB RAM across 2 slots at 2666 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 2 storage drives including 1 NVMe SSD slot, 1× PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe, and 1× 2.5-inch SATA bay. Display support includes support for up to 2 displays. Networking includes 1× 1G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 182 × 179 × 36 mm chassis (1.17L). Cooling information lists 70 mm main fan. Power information lists Brick power supply and 35W TDP. Lifecycle information lists 1-year warranty.

Based on its overall score of 162.5, Dell Optiplex 3060 Micro is positioned as a mainstream mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

Verdict

Best for

basic office work, web browsing, digital signage.

Avoid if

you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet.

Alternatives

AOOSTAR T8 Plus / M8S — better value at comparable performance
GMKtec/Morefine Nucbox K11 4090M — higher performance ceiling
CWWK/Topton 1245U 8x2.5G — stronger wired networking for homelab use

Review

The Dell Optiplex 3060 Micro is a compact mini PC built around Intel i5 8500T and Intel Intel UHD 630 integrated graphics. With a listed price around $370, it is aimed at buyers looking for basic office work, web browsing, digital signage. The core spec sheet is solid for its class: up to 32GB RAM across 2 slots at 2666 MT/s, up to 2 drives, including 1 NVMe slot (1 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe, 2.5-inch SATA), 1×1GbE, and basic display and USB connectivity. The 162.5 overall score suggests a more specialized or entry-level role, so it should be judged by fit-for-purpose features rather than raw benchmark ambition. The main reason to pause is fit: avoid it if you need modern AAA gaming or sustained GPU rendering; you need a high-speed external-GPU or advanced docking path; you need fast wired networking beyond basic Gigabit Ethernet. Overall, the Dell Optiplex 3060 Micro makes the most sense when its CPU/GPU balance, port selection, and expansion profile match your workload; otherwise, compare it against similarly priced mini PCs with better networking, quieter cooling, or stronger upgrade paths.