Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
Apple Mac Mini M2 2023, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
All five reviewers give this Dell desktop the highest rating, praising its speed, quiet operation, and compact size. Users highlight how easy it is to set up and note the excellent price, especially compared to Dell's own member site. The main reason for purchase was the need to upgrade to Windows 11, and the computer meets that need seamlessly.
Pros
- Fast boot and file access
- Quiet operation
- Compact size fits under desk
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Great price compared to Dell site
Cons
- Lack of information in Q&A
- Concern about future Windows upgrades
Apple Mac Mini M2 2023, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Silver
The Mac mini M2 is widely praised for its exceptional speed, compact design, and great value, especially for creative and professional workflows. Users upgrading from older Intel or M1 models report significant performance gains, though some note limited ports and that 16GB RAM may not suffice for heavy tasks. The base model is considered a phenomenal deal, while higher configurations offer even more power for demanding users.
Pros
- Blazing fast M2 performance
- Compact and space-saving design
- Excellent value for money
- Great for creative workflows
- Easy setup with Migration Assistant
Cons
- Limited number of ports
- 16GB RAM insufficient for heavy tasks
- No built-in camera or microphone
- Poor built-in speaker quality
- Base SSD slower on 256GB model
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | Apple Mac Mini M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Apple M2 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | 10-core GPU |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | — |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | 150W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 1.18 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 x 2 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | Support for native DisplayPort output over USB-C |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Apple Mac Mini M2 2023, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Silver
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average storage (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average ram (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 4 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 25 specs.