Dell Desktop ECT1250 Black 2025
Beelink SER5 Beelink black 2022
What Buyers Say
Dell Desktop ECT1250 Black 2025
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
Beelink SER5 Beelink black 2022
The Beelink SER9 Pro AI Mini PC receives mostly positive feedback for its powerful performance, AI capabilities, and ability to drive 4K 120Hz displays smoothly. However, a few users report issues like random reboots (later resolved with a power adapter replacement) and missing accessories in the package. Overall, it is praised as a great value mini PC for AI, gaming, and general use under $1000.
Pros
- Powerful AI and CPU performance
- Smooth 4K 120Hz HDR output
- Quiet operation with minimal fan noise
- Great value for money under $1000
- Fast startup in under a second
Cons
- Random reboots/shutdowns reported
- Missing accessories in package (USB flash drive, dirty cables)
- Initial driver and BIOS setup required
- Some units appear used/returned
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | Beelink SER5 Beelink | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | AMD Ryzen 7 6800U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.7 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 16 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics 12core 2200 MHz GPU★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM Type | Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 24 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 500 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | — |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 0.82 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI |
| 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 | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Dell Desktop ECT1250 Black 2025
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong ram (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Beelink SER5 Beelink black 2022
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong ram (71st percentile)
- Below average reliability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average storage (24th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 9 of 24 specs.