Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Black 2025
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6 Raven Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Black 2025
The Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 receives mixed feedback. Users praise its quiet operation, premium build quality, and strong performance for AI and VR tasks, but criticize thermal throttling, single-channel RAM, and a weak power supply that limits GPU upgrades. The included peripherals are considered cheap, and the custom motherboard raises long-term upgradability concerns.
Pros
- Quiet operation
- Premium build quality
- Strong AI and VR performance
- Good front I/O options
- Easy access to internals
Cons
- Thermal throttling under load
- Single-channel RAM configuration
- Weak power supply limits GPU upgrades
- Cheap included keyboard and mouse
- Custom motherboard limits upgradability
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6 Raven Black 2025
The ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6 is generally well-received for its speed, compact design, and competitive pricing. However, several users report software compatibility issues, particularly with Windows 11 and QuickBooks, and some experienced long delivery times or problems with the adjustable stand. A few critical reviews mention hardware failures and a frustrating online payment system.
Pros
- Fast processing speed
- Compact and space-saving design
- Competitive pricing
- Smooth setup
- Good build quality
Cons
- Software compatibility issues with Windows 11
- QuickBooks desktop software hesitation
- Long delivery times (up to 10 weeks)
- Adjustable stand lacks sufficient adjustment
- Hardware failure (motherboard within 3 weeks)
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 | Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20 | 20 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 30 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060★ | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 48 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Storage 2 | 2 TB★ | — |
| Storage 2 Type | HDD★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mid-tower | aio |
| PSU | 460W★ | 180W |
| Weight | 8.62 kg | 6.00 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 9★ | 5 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 x 1 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 2x HDMI | HDMI® 2.1 out (supports resolution up to 4K@60Hz) & HDMI® 1.4 in (supports resolution up to AIO panel resolution 2560 x 1440@120Hz) combo |
| DisplayPort | 3x DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 out |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000/2500 | Ethernet (RJ45) |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Black 2025
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong port selection (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong storage (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (25th percentile)
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6 Raven Black 2025
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong port selection (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong storage (73rd percentile)
- Below average ram (18th percentile)18th %ile
Pricing
Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Black 2025 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 7 of 28 specs.
