DELL Optiplex 7060 SFF Desktop Computer PC | Intel 8th Gen
i7-8700 (6 Core) | Built-in WiFi & Bluetooth | Windows 11 Pro |
Wireless Keyboard & Mouse(Renewed)
Review: good deal, good computer - this has been a trouble-free
computer (unlike my HP laptop!!!). It was nice to have Windows 11
Pro and a SSD for a low refurbished price.
Review: I love this desktop and TekRefurbs is amazing! - The
Short Version: (Please skip this as it has spoilers if you prefer
to read ‘The Long Version’.) 16 GB RAM, 1 TB M.2 SSD. I noticed a
vibration from the CPU fan and contacted TekRefurbs and they are
shipping me a new fan. Their response time was quick and they
were eager to make sure I was a satisfied customer. I added 16 GB
more RAM, a 2.5 inch SSD, a low-profile graphics card (supports
up to 3 monitors), and a dual M.2 card along with 2 more M.2
SSDs. With the 2 DP ports and HDMI port on the motherboard, I
ACTUALLY RAN 6 MONITORS (all at once) while streaming 6 different
videos on YouTube. I picked this up to replace my DELL Optiplex
9020 which is too old for Windows 11. (As of now, Microsoft has
stated that they will be ending their support for Win 10 by the
end of 2024.) Running Crystal Disk Mark I got transfer rates of
1.7 GBps (read) and 1.1 GBps (write) on the SSD that came with
the computer and 2 GBps (read) and 1.6 GBps (write) on the HP M.2
SSD I added. **UPDATE: I replaced one of my M.2 SSDs with a
fanxiang S660 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD and now get the following
speeds (read) 3.5 GBps and (write) 3.1 GBps. They actually make
faster M.2s but they far exceed the capability of the
motherboard. I’m thrilled with both the computer and customer
service couldn’t be happier with this purchase. The Long Version:
I have purchased over 1,000 items from desertcart over the past
decade and I only give reviews on the best (or the worst) items I
have ordered. The renewed DELL Optiplex 7060 SFF I got from
TekRefurbs is amazing and so is their customer support. (I had a
little vibration with the CPU fan and I sent them a message about
it, they replied the next business day and offered to send a
replacement.) Awesome service! With Microsoft stating that they
will be ending their support for Windows 10 towards the end of
2024, I decided to replace my Optiplex 9020 SFF (not Win 11
compatible) now, rather than wait for a possible shortage of
affordable/renewed Win 11 computers in the future. (As of now,
the vast majority of people are still running Win 10.) The model
that I got was the 16 GB/ 1 TB version (other variants may be
sold by different vendors). When I opened the box (and even the
case) it looked like it was brand new, I couldn’t find even the
smallest amount of dust anywhere. Included with the desktop was a
free wireless mouse & keyboard and a few BT & WiFi dongles in
addition to the built-in features from the motherboard itself.
(Even without the dongles, I still have BT & WiFi connectivity.)
**Models sold by TekRefurbs come with the built-in M.2 WiFi card
which supports both 5 & 2.4 Ghz but for the fun of it I replaced
it with the AX210 WiFi 6E Card M.2 NGFF and connected it to the 2
internal antennas. Display Support: While some desktops (from
other sellers) only have 2 Display Ports (DP) and either a VGA
port (or missing the 3rd port), mine came with 2 DPs and an HDMI
port. (Nice touch!) While being able to connect to 3 monitors
(off of the motherboard) is nice, I added an inexpensive
VisionTek Products Radeon 6350 SFF 1GB DDR3 3M DMS59 with 2X
DVI-I to VGA Adapter Graphics Card that adds support for an
additional 3 monitors AND I RAN A TOTAL OF 6 MONITORS AT ONCE
while streaming different videos on each monitor. Granted, I’m
not a gamer so I’m not concerned with Frames Per Second (FPS) but
it did actually work (I normally just run 3 monitors stacked
vertically – one on top of each other). Storage Capacity (hard
drives): This model, like most of the DELL SFF cases have 3 SATA
ports and the newer models have a space for an M.2 SSD. The model
I purchased came with a 1 GB M.2 SSD and the DVD drive and the
cables were provided to connect a second hard drive as well.
There is room for a 3.5 inch hard drive or you can get an adapter
to mount the smaller 2.5 inch drive if you wish (there are
adapters that can hold up to three 2.5 inch drives in a single
3.5 inch slot). But why settle for just one additional hard drive
when you can have a total of FOUR HARD DRIVES? Thanks to the Dual
M.2 PCIE Adapter for SATA or PCIE NVMe SSD with Advanced Heat
Sink Solution,M.2 SSD NVME (m Key) and SATA (b Key) 22110 2280
2260 2242 2230 to PCI-e x 4 Host Controller Expansion Card, you
can have up to 3 M.2 SSDs plus one 2.5 inch SSD. ***You can also
get the M.2 NVME to PCIe 3.0 x4 Adapter with Aluminum Heatsink
Solution (single M.2 slot) and add up to two additional 2.5 inch
SSDs. I actually recommend getting this card instead of the one I
purchased because the second M.2 slot has to connect to one of
the SATA ports from the motherboard so the transfer speed is the
same as if you connected a 2.5 inch SSD (which are cheaper).
Running Crystal Disk Mark I got transfer rates of 1.7 GBps (read)
and 1.1 GBps (write) on the M.2 SSD that came with the computer
and 2 GBps (read) and 1.6 GBps (write) on the HP M.2 SSD I added.
RAM: The model I purchased came with 16 GB RAM (two 8 GB chips)
which was nice because I added an additional 16 GB RAM for a
small price. (32 GB is more than enough RAM for most
applications.) Free Extras: The extra dongles, mouse and keyboard
are nice touches and pretty good quality as well. I admit that I
haven’t tested them because I used a lighted keyboard (wired) and
Logitech Trackball. Summary: Whether you are using the computer
‘as is’ or you want to upgrade it, this is an excellent choice
for an affordable and (still) powerful system that will carry you
through the Windows 11 lifespan (and probably beyond). Despite
this being the Small Form Factor (SFF) model, there is room to
add a (low profile) graphics card, USB-C 3.2 card, M.2 card or
whatever you wish. (Just be mindful of the power requirements of
the graphics cards - this comes with a 200 watt power supply.)
