Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF vs. Fujitsu Esprimo Q958

Comparison and Differences

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Model
Form factorUltra SmallMicro
CPU optionsIntel Gen2&3 i3/i5/i7; Celeron; Pentium;Intel Gen8&9 i3/i5/i7; Pentium
ChipsetQ77Q370
Dedicated GPU *N.A.N.A.
RAMDIMM DDR3-1333/1600 SODIMM DDR4-2666
RAM slots24
RAM speed1600 MT/s2666 MT/s
RAM max16 GB32 GB
USB ports(2x)USB-A 3.0; (4x)USB-A 2.0; (2x) USB-A 3.0; (2x) USB-A 2.0; (4x) USB-C 3.1; USB-C 3.1
Video ports(2x) DisplayPort 1.1; VGA;(2x) DisplayPort 1.2; DVI
Other portsSerial; RJ45; Hdph; Mic; Line-Out; Line-In; RJ45; Headphones; Mic; Line out
Optional portsWiFi antennaSerial; VGA; PS/2 (1)
SATA ports22
PCI slotsmPCIe 2.0;N.A.
M.2 slotsN.A.M.2 2280/2230 M-key (PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe); M.2 2230 (WiFi/BT)
Drive bays2.5in; 5.25in(slim) 2.5in; 5.25 inch
PSU200 W65 W
Weight3.3 kg (7.26 lb) 1.60 kg (3.53 lb)
Released20122018
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* Dedicated GPU warning: Check if your particular power supply model has enough power. Additionally some PSUs don't come with an auxiliary PCIe power connector and you may need to buy a SATA to PCIe power adapter.

Differences between Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF and Fujitsu Esprimo Q958

If you are looking for a more modern desktop, then you should go with the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 which was released in 2018. The Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF is older and entered production in 2012.

If you are looking for the smaller form factor the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 is the right one for you. It is smaller than the Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF and will fit more easily under your desk.

Processor

Usually the newer the generation of the CPU, the better the performance and efficiency is. If your budget allows it, you should go with the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 as it is running a newer generation CPU. This is not to say that Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF is bad - it can still run some powerful CPUs, albeit being an older generation.

Memory

The Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 has 4 RAM slots while the Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF has only 2 slot(s). This is not something to worry about. Just make sure you take it into consideration when planning how much RAM you are going to use.

The Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 is using the faster 2666 MT/s RAM. The Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF is slower by supporting RAM speeds of up to 1600 MT/s. Additionally, if you will be needing a lot of RAM, better go for the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 as it has the ability to run 32 GB of RAM. The Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF can do a bit less at max 16 GB. Most of the times, this should be sufficient for the majority of users.

Ports

In total the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 has 9 USB ports. The Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF is inferior in this regard and packs 6 USB ports. In any case, if you miss USB ports, you can always purchase a USB hub. What is nice about the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958, is that it has 5 USB 3.1 port(s) which allows transfer of up to 10Gb/s. Unfortunately, the Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF has no such port, thus restricting your transfer speeds significantly. For people who want to use external drives on regular basis, this might be an issue.

The DisplayPort is usually the more popular video port used with desktops and laptops, while the HDMI is used predominantly in consumer electronics. That's why, it is good to see that both of the models come with a DisplayPort.

None of the models has an HDMI port. If your monitor supports only the HDMI interface, you will need to buy an adapter. Such adapters are cheap so nothing to worry about.

SATA slots are located on the motherboard and it is where SSD, HDD and Optical Disk Drives are connected. Each of the two models being compared have 2 SATA slot(s). Keep in mind that having too few SATA slots might limit your options for connecting additional memory drives.

If you want the fastest transfer speeds for your SSD, an M.2 interface is crucial. Thus, if the M.2 SSD slot is a mandatory requirement for you, go with the Fujitsu Esprimo Q958. Sadly, the Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF has no such slot, and you will be forced to use the SATA interface instead.

Make sure that the available M.2 slot supports the PCIe (also called NVMe) interface. This is important as there are M.2 slots which support only the inferior SATA III interface. For comparison, the SATA III interface has max speeds of 6Gb/s, while the PCIe 3.0 x4 will support speeds up to 32Gb/s!

Power Supply

Having a Power Supply Unit with high power rating is important, if you are going to use components which require extra power. The Fujitsu Esprimo Q958 comes with a decent 65 Watt PSU, but the Dell OptiPlex 7010 USFF has a more powerful one rated at 200 Watts. Choosing either one depends on your specific requirements and use case. Also don't forget that some models might have more than one PSU option - try to always get the most powerful one, especially if you plan to upgrade to a powerful GPU.

Motherboard

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