Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Dell Tower ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 1TB SSD, black
What Buyers Say
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Mac, calling it a powerhouse and the best value for power users. They praise its multicore performance, GPU capabilities, and ability to handle demanding tasks like video editing and development without issues. The M3 Ultra is seen as a better value than the M4 Max, especially when configured with more memory.
Pros
- Powerful multicore performance
- Great GPU value
- Handles demanding tasks
- Fast exports
- Reliable and stable
Cons
- Single-core performance not noticeably fast
- Potential competition from M4 Max
Dell Tower ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 1TB SSD, black
The Dell computer receives mixed feedback. Some users find it fast and easy to set up, especially for basic tasks like photo editing. However, several verified buyers report significant issues: non-standard internal connectors for hard drives, lack of VGA and speaker ports, no optical drive, and a frustrating update lockout that required a refund. The small form factor is appreciated, but missing features often force additional purchases.
Pros
- Fast response time
- Easy initial setup
- Compact tower size
- Works well with photo editing
- Good sound quality via front jack
Cons
- Non-standard SATA power connector
- No VGA port
- No rear speaker jacks
- No optical drive
- No internal hard drive expansion bays
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra | Dell Tower ECT1250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M3 Ultra★ | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 28★ | 20 |
| Frequency | 3.5 GHz★ | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 30 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple M3 Ultra 60-core★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 48 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 96 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | — | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mid-tower |
| Weight | 3.64 kg | 5.45 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 6★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 8★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 x 6 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Dell Tower ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 1TB SSD, black
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong port selection (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (10th percentile)10th %ile
Pricing
Dell Tower ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 1TB SSD, black offers 3.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 8 of 25 specs.
