The memory you already have should be ok, it's 1600MHz DDR3. The existing heatsink/fan assembly should be ok too, the TDP (thermal design power) of the G870 is 65W as is the TDP of the i5.
The highest rated CPU that Dell shipped with the 7010 was the Intel I7-3770S so just about anything from that list should be compatible. If you are going to go ahead with an upgrade, please make sure to update the BIOS beforehand.
I have a 7010. I upgraded it to BIOS A20 and installed Intel Core i7-3770S 3.1 GHz Desktop CPU/Processor SR0PN. I can confirm that this upgrade works. I have a video card installed and, after the upgrade, I was not getting video. I had to plug into the onboard video to see the *System Halted* notification, plug back into my video card, and reboot to regain display. It has been working flawless every since. I hope that this helps. I did not have to update the fan/heatsink and it is staying within limits (I use this machine mostly for video rendering).
Just learned that my processor is inadequate for Windows 11, and wondering what my upgrade options might be. Copied these device specs:
Device name FORBS-Office Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770 CPU @ 3.40GHz 3.40 GHz Installed RAM 16.0 GB (15.9 GB usable) Device ID 217F27DA-C5C7-4FA6-AD8B-F306EC426C69 Product ID 00330-50000-00000-AAOEM System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor Pen and touch No pen or touch input is available for this display
Optiplex 7010 Specs
What is the best processor which this Optiplex 7010 could accommodate?
(Please let me know if you need more info about existing configuration)
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February 14th, 2018 02:00
The memory you already have should be ok, it's 1600MHz DDR3. The existing heatsink/fan assembly should be ok too, the TDP (thermal design power) of the G870 is 65W as is the TDP of the i5.
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The 7010 has an Intel Q77 Express chipset which supports the following CPUs:
http://www.cpu-upgrade.com/mb-Intel_(chipsets)/Q77_Express.html
The highest rated CPU that Dell shipped with the 7010 was the Intel I7-3770S so just about anything from that list should be compatible. If you are going to go ahead with an upgrade, please make sure to update the BIOS beforehand.
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February 13th, 2018 14:00
Thanks, found an i5 3570T at a good price but its says on the specs,
My memory installed is 16Gb made up of 4x:
Hynix HMT351U6CFR8C-PB NO AA - 4GB 2RX8 PC3-12800U-11-12-B1 RAM
Would my memory work or would I have to purchase newer faster memory?
Also could I use the original cpu fan and heat sink with the i5
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October 10th, 2019 11:00
I have intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4590 CPU @ 3.30GHz is it possible to update?
mlarose992
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March 2nd, 2020 10:00
does the thermal sensor matter or i can use the computer without it
mlarose992
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March 2nd, 2020 10:00
can i use a i5 2400 cpu to a dell 7010
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Non dell fan or removed thermal sensor will mean it will shut down to prevent overheating.
You CANNOT USE 4th gen CPU in a 7010.
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June 3rd, 2020 06:00
Use a 3rd gen i5 or i7. Why would you bother with a 2nd gen cpu?
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Yes you can! 2nd gen and 3rd gen Intel are compatible with the socket.
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Dell OptiPlex 7010
Defult Machine use
Mother Board
DP/NCN-OGY6Y8-72200-34I-03X7-A00
Inte(R) Core(TM) i3-3200 CPU @3.30GHz 3,30 GHz
Installed memory (RAM) 4.00 GB
(First Ram) 2GB 1Rx8 PC3-1200U-11-12-A1
HMT325U6UFR8C-PB N0 AA 1325
(Second Ram) 2GB 1Rx8 PC3-1200U-11-12-A1
HMT325U6UFR8C-PB N0 AA 1325
Can i update Ram ?
Please kindly check below
add more
Third Ram KVR1333D3N9/2G
DDR3 PC3 10600 - 1333mhz DDR3 PC3 10600
Four Ram KVR13N9S8/4
Kingston KVR13N9S8/4 4GB DIMM 1333MHz PC3-10600 DDR3 SDRAM
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December 1st, 2021 12:00
Just learned that my processor is inadequate for Windows 11, and wondering what my upgrade options might be. Copied these device specs:
Device name FORBS-Office
Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770 CPU @ 3.40GHz 3.40 GHz
Installed RAM 16.0 GB (15.9 GB usable)
Device ID 217F27DA-C5C7-4FA6-AD8B-F306EC426C69
Product ID 00330-50000-00000-AAOEM
System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Pen and touch No pen or touch input is available for this display
Optiplex 7010 Specs
What is the best processor which this Optiplex 7010 could accommodate?
(Please let me know if you need more info about existing configuration)
speedstep
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December 5th, 2021 17:00
@Ratana Super User Dell
Better to invest in real gpu and at least 4th Gen CPU on system that has at least TPM 1.2
Dell precision T1700 vr Ready running Windows 11 using the Mosetup Method.
https://www.userbenchmark.com/UserRun/48478168
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The Technical Guidebook has the supported cpus based on size.
OptiPlex 7010 Technical Guidebook
Intel® Core™ i7 3770 77W is listed as the max upgrade.