Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
MSI Cubi 5 12M-266US 2024, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 1TB SSD, Black
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
MSI Cubi 5 12M-266US 2024, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 1TB SSD, Black
This compact desktop PC is praised for its upgradeable memory and support for high-speed internet via Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5Gbps Ethernet. Users appreciate its small footprint, fitting easily into tight workspaces, and its ability to connect multiple displays through HDMI, DisplayPort, and Thunderbolt 4. It handles a variety of operations efficiently, making it a versatile choice for productivity tasks.
Pros
- Upgradeable memory
- High-speed internet support (Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5Gbps Ethernet)
- Compact size for small workspaces
- Multiple display connectivity (HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4)
- Efficient handling of various operations
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | MSI Cubi 5 12M-266US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core i3-1215U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 6 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 10 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | 65W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 0.55 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.0b |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5Gbps + 1Gbps |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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 (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
MSI Cubi 5 12M-266US 2024, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 1TB SSD, Black
- Strong user sentiment (76th percentile)
- Strong storage (69th percentile)
- Strong port selection (65th percentile)
- Below average ram (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average cpu (35th percentile)
Pricing
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
No current pricing available
MSI Cubi 5 12M-266US 2024, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 1TB SSD, Black
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 25 specs.
