Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
GEEKOM A5 2024, Ryzen 7 5825U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Rose Gold
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
GEEKOM A5 2024, Ryzen 7 5825U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Rose Gold
The Geekom A5 Mini PC receives mostly positive feedback for its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 5825U processor, compact design, and attractive rose gold finish. Users appreciate its fast performance for everyday tasks, quiet operation, and good value for the price. However, a significant concern is raised about warranty support, with one user experiencing a SATA connection failure and facing difficulties getting it resolved through either Geekom or BestBuy. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its performance and design, but potential buyers should be aware of possible warranty issues.
Pros
- Powerful AMD Ryzen 7 5825U processor
- Compact and space-saving design
- Attractive rose gold finish
- Fast performance for everyday tasks
- Quiet operation
Cons
- SATA connection failure reported
- Difficult warranty support process
- Confusion between Geekom and BestBuy warranty
- No remote wake capability confirmed
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | GEEKOM A5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 2.0 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 16 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | AMD Radeon Vega 8 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | 120W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 0.65 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 2 x HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000/2500 |
| 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 (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
GEEKOM A5 2024, Ryzen 7 5825U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Rose Gold
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong port selection (71st percentile)
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 25 specs.