Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
HP ProDesk 4 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Jack 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
HP ProDesk 4 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Jack Black
The HP ProDesk 4 G1i is a compact desktop aimed at students and home office users, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 7 15th Gen processor and Windows 11 Pro. Reviews highlight its solid performance for everyday tasks and professional applications, though some users question the adequacy of the 280W power supply for upgrades. The system offers a good number of USB ports, including USB-C, but lacks detailed information on warranty extension options.
Pros
- Compact design for student and home office
- Intel Core Ultra 7 15th Gen performance
- Windows 11 Pro pre-installed
- Good number of USB ports including USB-C
Cons
- 280W power supply may limit upgrades
- Lack of warranty extension details
- No information on pre-installed software beyond Windows 11 Pro
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | HP ProDesk 4 G1i | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20 | 20 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 30 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★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | sff |
| PSU | 180W | 280W★ |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 4.50 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7 | 8★ |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 1x DisplayPort 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| 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
HP ProDesk 4 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Jack Black
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong port selection (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average social proof (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
Pricing
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 2 of 24 specs.
