Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
GMKtec NucBox K15, Core Ultra 5 125U, 32GB, 1TB SSD
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
GMKtec NucBox K15, Core Ultra 5 125U, 32GB, 1TB SSD
The GMKtec Nucbox K10 is a powerful mini PC that delivers exceptional performance for demanding tasks like 3D CAD, video editing, and running multiple virtual machines. Users praise its fast i9 processor, ample 64GB RAM, and quiet operation, though some note underpowered USB-C and Bluetooth ports. Overall, it offers outstanding value for developers and power users.
Pros
- Fast i9-13900HK processor
- 64GB DDR5 RAM
- 1TB NVMe SSD
- Quiet operation
- Excellent thermal management
Cons
- Underpowered USB-C port
- Weak Bluetooth connectivity
- Power button inaccessible when VESA mounted
- No wake-on-LAN support
- Power supply brick is large
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | GMKtec NucBox K15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 12 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 4.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 12 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Arc 140T★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini |
| PSU | 180W★ | 100W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 5 |
| Thunderbolt | — | USB4.0 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5GbE |
| 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 (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
GMKtec NucBox K15, Core Ultra 5 125U, 32GB, 1TB SSD
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong port selection (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong ram (76th percentile)
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
GMKtec NucBox K15, Core Ultra 5 125U, 32GB, 1TB SSD offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 7 of 26 specs.
