Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ 2024, Core Ultra 9 185H, 32GB, 1TB 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
ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ 2024, Core Ultra 9 185H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
The ASUS NUC 14 Pro Plus is generally well-liked for its compact size and smooth performance, especially with multiple monitors. However, users report issues with Wi-Fi speed, occasional system lockups, and incompatibility with older peripherals. The fan noise is slightly higher than expected but overall satisfaction remains high.
Pros
- Compact size
- Smooth multi-monitor support
- Good overall performance
- Reliable Ethernet connection
Cons
- Slow Wi-Fi speed
- Occasional system lockups
- Incompatibility with old peripherals
- Higher than expected fan noise
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 16 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 24 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics |
| 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★ | 150W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 0.59 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 x 2 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 2x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 2x DP 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| 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
ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ 2024, Core Ultra 9 185H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong port selection (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong ram (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong storage (69th percentile)
- Strong cpu (65th percentile)
- Below average social proof (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (35th 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 7 of 8 usage categories and 8 of 26 specs.
