- The Dell Pro 5 Micro delivers computing class in an ultra-compact form
- Single USB-C input allows power supply directly from compatible Dell Pro monitors
- Integrated NPU provides 50 TOPS performance for AI acceleration on the device
Dell shrinks the office computer down to a block that can sit entirely behind a monitor while still doing the work of a full-sized business PC.
The new Dell Pro 5 Micro Desktop ditches the traditional tower for an ultra-compact form factor that suits offices where desk space is limited and cable clutter is a visible problem.
This device draws up to 100W of power through a single USB-C input and can therefore run directly from a compatible USB-C hub display, such as a Dell Pro P display.
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USB-C powered design
The Dell Pro 5 Micro runs on Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with an integrated NPU rated at up to 50 TOPS.
This is the maximum capacity that Dell mentions for its Copilot+ PC experience in the regular desktop series.
This level of AI throughput supports on-device acceleration for Copilot-driven workflows, background optimization, and low-power inference tasks.
The system supports up to 64GB of DDR5 memory at speeds up to 7200MT/s, which should help keep multitasking and database-like workloads responsive – but the downside is that the thermal envelope of such a small chassis is likely to limit how long it can sustain peak loads.
This device does not support Windows Studio Effects within Microsoft’s AI-oriented stack, which is notable given its Copilot+ rating – as a result, access to advanced camera and background processing features found on high-end Copilot+ systems is limited.
The Pro 5 Micro is compatible with the Dell Pro 5 Wired Fingerprint FSS Mouse (model MS526C), which supports Windows Hello Enhanced Security Sign-in.
This pairing positions the desktop as a low-form-factor endpoint for organizations looking to deploy Recall-capable PCs without committing to larger desktops or notebooks.
Despite its small form factor, the Pro 5 is a Copilot+-compatible desktop with Intel vPro-style management, so organizations can treat it like other Dell Pro endpoints for imaging, patching and remote provisioning.
Its standardized BIOS and cloud-based Intel vPro tools allow configurations to remain consistent across different CPU options without requiring separate system images.
This means IT teams can deploy and manage different hardware configurations without changing their workflow.
The Dell Pro 5 Micro is available now.
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