Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
GMKtec EVO-T1 2025, Core Ultra 9 285H, 96GB, 2TB 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
GMKtec EVO-T1 2025, Core Ultra 9 285H, 96GB, 2TB SSD, Black
This mini PC offers excellent value for money, especially with 96GB of RAM at a low price. Performance is solid, cooling is decent, and it runs Linux well. However, users note that the official recovery image includes AI bloatware, and sleep functionality is broken, requiring BIOS tweaks. The external power supply is a minor downside for some.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- 96GB RAM at low price
- Solid performance
- Decent cooling
- Runs Linux well
Cons
- Official recovery image has AI bloatware
- Sleep function broken
- External power supply
- Requires BIOS tweaks for sleep
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | GMKtec EVO-T1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 16 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 5.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 24 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Arc 140T★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 96 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | 120W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 2.24 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| Thunderbolt | — | USB4.0 x 2 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5GbE |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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
GMKtec EVO-T1 2025, Core Ultra 9 285H, 96GB, 2TB SSD, Black
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong storage (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong port selection (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 8 usage categories and 6 of 26 specs.