Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
Apple iMac M4 2024, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Silver
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
Apple iMac M4 2024, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this iMac, praising its speed, gorgeous display, and seamless migration from older models. Some note the smaller screen size compared to previous 27-inch models and the need for adapters due to missing ports. Overall, it's seen as a reliable, high-quality machine, though a few wish for a larger display and more built-in connectivity.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Beautiful display
- Easy migration from old Mac
- Quiet operation
- Reliable B&H service
Cons
- Smaller screen than 27-inch models
- Requires adapters for older devices
- Limited ports
- Keyboard feels petite
- Sluggish with Premiere Pro
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | Apple iMac M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Apple M4 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 10 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Apple M4 10-core★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Unified |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | aio |
| PSU | 180W★ | 143W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 4.44 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 4★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 x 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 0 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
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
Apple iMac M4 2024, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Silver
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong port selection (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 4 of 8 usage categories and 9 of 25 specs.