Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop model: di3880_s205e
Ranked #9 among Stationary Computers priced under $1200.
Quick Description
This computer is well-suited for everyday productivity on a budget. It's even relatively easy to upgrade and maintain thanks to detailed documentation if you do not mind a few creative solutions contributing to this PC's smaller form factor and lower price point.
Other Considerations
Here are a few things about this stationary computer which could come as a surprise. For each point, you will find how to fix it (if it's an issue) and how much to budget for it. Not every point below will be a concern, but hopefully, we can keep your surprises to a minimum.
Frequently Discounted. This device gets discounted on a regular basis (73.60% of the time to be exact).
Speakerless. This stationary computer needs external speakers to play sounds. Your options are to hook it up to a TV or a monitor with built-in speakers, use external speakers or a headset.$30+
No Camera or Microphone. If your plans include skyping with family members, you would need a webcam or, for best results, a headset and microphone.$40+
Screenless. If you don't already have a monitor from your last computer, you could connect this stationary computer to a TV or get a new monitor.$120+
No Optical Drive. If you still use CDs, DVDs, or Blu-Ray disks on a regular basis, you will need an external drive to read them with this stationary computer.$30+
Assuming you are starting over fresh, you can expect to spend $290 on accessories, for a total cost of $1090.
Currently Exclusive to Dell (Canada) for $800
Based on 126 days of observation, the Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop usually costs ~$800 in Canada. If you were waiting for this stationary computer to drop in price, this could be the day you were waiting for.
Scroll down to find charts comparing the Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop to similar devices, to see how well it runs your favorite apps and to find where it can be bought from.
Pricing
History
Here's how this device has been priced up to now:
Here are a few Canadian retailers who currently sell this product:
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Dell (Canada) at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.Specs
Here's how the Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop ranks compared to similar devices. The more stars there are, the better (except for the price row).
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The Meaty details
The Specs
The features
- Built-in Media Card Reader
- Fixed storage: 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
- HDMI
- VGA
- USB 2
- USB 3.2
- USB Type-A
- Ethernet 10
- Ethernet 100
- Ethernet 1000 (Gigabit)
- 3.5mm Headphone+Microphone combo jack
- 3.5mm Stereo jack
- Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi a
- Wi-Fi ac
- Wi-Fi b
- Wi-Fi g
- Wi-Fi n
- Upgradable and Maintainable
- Multiple Monitor Support
Repair / Upgrade Options
| Score | Ease of Maintenance | |
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| Memory Upgrade | 8/10 | Easy project for an enthusiast |
| Data Storage | 6/10 | A technician can help you with that |
| Graphics Upgrade | 6/10 | A technician can help you with that |
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Official Support Page for this ProductWhat it's capable of
Here are the tasks this computer can handle and how easily it'll breeze through it. A 5-star rating means it should handle the task at a professional level, a 1-star rating means it can do it, but it likely won't be a pleasant experience.
Activities it will handle
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Web & Communication
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Audio & Visual medias
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Texts & Numbers
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3D and CAD
The basics
Programs, Apps and Games it will handle
Activity ratings are good but sometimes, you want to be absolutely sure your next purchase will be able to run a specific piece of software.
A 1 star rating means the program'll be usable (according to the developer's own definition; some are more demanding than others); 3 stars mean recommended specs are met with this device; 5 stars will means you will have plenty of overhead to handle uncommon uses of that program like mods, plug-ins and more.
In the same price range
For roughly the same price, you could get one of these. Anything in there sounds like a better deal?
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#8, Stationary Computers (under $1200)
Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$710;
~$1190 with accessoriesSpecsDevice Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck equivalent Versatility for the Price equivalent Power 11.01% better Storage -39.83% inferior Portability equivalent Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Processor: Intel Core i5-10400Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630Memory: 12.00 GBStorage: 256.00 GBDimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cmWeight: 6.020 kgdetailed info US$706.28 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-17 03:22:50, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#6, Stationary Computers (under $1200)
Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$550;
~$990 with accessoriesSpecsDevice Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck equivalent Versatility for the Price 34.75% better Power equivalent Storage equivalent Portability equivalent Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Processor: Intel Core i5-10400Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630Memory: 12.00 GBStorage: 1 TBDimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cmWeight: 6.020 kgdetailed info US$549.32 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-17 04:29:12, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#10, Stationary Computers (under $1200)
Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$550;
~$990 with accessoriesSpecsDevice Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck equivalent Versatility for the Price 13.56% better Power equivalent Storage equivalent Portability equivalent Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Processor: Intel Core i3-10100Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 1 TBDimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cmWeight: 6.020 kgdetailed info US$549.32 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-17 03:22:10, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#5, Stationary Computers (under $1200)
Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$590;
~$1040 with accessoriesSpecsDevice Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck equivalent Versatility for the Price equivalent Power equivalent Storage 14.41% better Portability equivalent Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Processor: Intel Core i5-10400Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cmWeight: 6.020 kgdetailed info US$588.56 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-17 03:21:44, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#2, Stationary Computers (under $1200)
HP ENVY Desktop from US$70012%, Best price yet!
~$1130 with accessoriesSpecsDevice Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck 16.95% better Versatility for the Price 14.41% better Power 23.73% better Storage -16.95% inferior Portability equivalent Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Processor: Intel Core i7-9700Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630Memory: 12.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBDimensions: 15.54 x 33.74 x 30.40 cmWeight: 5.960 kgdetailed info from US$690.58 - US$690.58 from HP (New)as of 2021-01-16 12:27:13, EST
- US$941.7 from Best Buy (New)as of 2021-01-17 04:46:42, EST
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
#7, Stationary Computers (under $1200)
Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$63019% cheaper than usual
~$1090 with accessoriesSpecsDevice Ratings
by Stationary Computers standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck equivalent Versatility for the Price equivalent Power equivalent Storage -16.95% inferior Portability equivalent Autonomy N/A Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy N/A Processor: Intel Core i5-10400Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630Memory: 8.00 GBStorage: 512.00 GBDimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cmWeight: 6.020 kgdetailed info US$627.8 from Dell (Canada) (New)as of 2021-01-17 04:33:10, ESTPricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
