Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop model: di3880_s218pe

Ranked #11 among Stationary Computers priced under $1200.

Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop

Quick Description

This computer is a compelling choice for everyday productivity, connectivity and enjoying the web.

It's also 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 (57.14% 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+

Assuming you are starting over fresh, you can expect to spend $290 on accessories, for a total cost of $1030.

Currently Exclusive to Dell (Canada) for $740

Based on 85 days of observation, the Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop usually costs ~$740 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).

Stationary Computers

Bang for the Buck1/5
Versatility for the Price2/5
Price1.5/5
Durability5/5
Power0.5/5
General-purpose power0.5/5
Graphical power2/5
Memory2.5/5
Storage0.5/5
Portability5/5
AutonomyN/A
Ease of Maintenance4.5/5

Tower Computers

Bang for the Buck1/5
Versatility for the Price2/5
Price1.5/5
Durability5/5
Power0.5/5
General-purpose power0.5/5
Graphical power2/5
Memory2.5/5
Storage0.5/5
Portability5/5
AutonomyN/A
Ease of Maintenance4.5/5

All Smart Devices

Bang for the Buck4/5
Versatility for the Price1.5/5
Price3/5
Durability5/5
Power2/5
General-purpose power2.5/5
Graphical power1.5/5
Memory3/5
Storage2/5
Portability1.5/5
AutonomyN/A
Ease of Maintenance5/5

The Meaty details

The Specs

Operating System: Windows
Processor: Intel Core i3-10100
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630
Memory: 8.00 GB
Storage: 256.00 GB
Screen Size: No built-in screen.
Dimensions: 15.40 × 29.30 × 32.43 cm
Weight: 6.020 kg

The features

  • Upgradable and Maintainable
  • Built-in Media Card Reader
  • DVD
  • Fixed storage: Solid State (very fast)
  • HDMI
  • Multiple Monitor Support
  • 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

Repair / Upgrade Options

Score Ease of Maintenance
Memory Upgrade8/10Easy project for an enthusiast
Data Storage6/10A technician can help you with that
Graphics Upgrade6/10A technician can help you with that

Want more details concerning repairs and upgrades options for this products?

Official Support Page for this Product

What 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

  • Web & Communication

    The basics 5/5
    Design Websites 4/5

  • Audio & Visual medias

    The basics 4/5
    Music Production 3/5
    Drawing and Illustrations 4/5
    Photo Editing 3/5
    Video Editing 3/5

  • Texts & Numbers

    The basics 5/5

  • Video Games

    Casual and Mobile Games 1/5
    Enthusiast Games 1/5
    Triple-A Video Games 0/5

  • 3D and CAD

    The basics 1/5

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.

Web & Communication (4 / 4)

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Texts & Numbers (9 / 9)

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Drawing and Illustrations (11 / 12)

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Audio & Visual medias (4 / 4)

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3D and CAD (5 / 9)

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Music Production (8 / 11)

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Photo Editing (6 / 6)

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Video Editing (6 / 13)

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Enthusiast Games (21 / 60)

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Video Games (8 / 11)

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Triple-A Video Games (7 / 71)

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