Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
MSI Cubi NUC 1MG-295US 2025, Core 3 100U, 16GB, 500GB 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 NUC 1MG-295US 2025, Core 3 100U, 16GB, 500GB SSD, Black
The MSI Cubi NUC 1MG is a compact and quiet mini desktop with excellent connectivity, including dual 2.5GbE LAN, Thunderbolt 4, and HDMI ports. It handles everyday tasks like web browsing, streaming, and office work smoothly, but the Intel Core 3-100U processor can be overwhelmed under heavy loads, and initial setup may involve high CPU usage and bloatware. Upgradability is decent with accessible RAM and storage slots, making it a solid choice for light productivity or home server use.
Pros
- Compact and quiet form factor
- Excellent connectivity (dual 2.5GbE, Thunderbolt 4, HDMI)
- User-upgradable RAM and storage
- VESA mount included
- Good for light productivity and streaming
Cons
- Underpowered processor for heavy tasks
- High CPU usage and bloatware out of the box
- Limited gaming capability
- Slow included NVMe drive
- MSI telemetry and Norton 360 preinstalled
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | MSI Cubi NUC 1MG-295US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core 3 100U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 6 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 3.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 10 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | Intel Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 500 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | 120W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 0.63 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 x 2 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 2 x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5GbE |
| 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 NUC 1MG-295US 2025, Core 3 100U, 16GB, 500GB SSD, Black
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong port selection (76th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 25 specs.