We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Silver compact desktop tower with wired keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL ECS 1250 Slim Desktop PC Core 5-225 16GB DDR5 512GB SSD

SKU CH-88DT-B2NYY

A slim desktop with a 10-core Intel Core 5-225 processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, 512GB NVME SSD, Intel UHD Graphics 730, Wi-Fi 802.11AX and BlueTooth 5, running Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core 5 Processors (Series 2)
  • Memory size16 GB DDR5
  • Storage drive512 GB Solid State Drive
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 730
  • CPUIntel Core 5-225 (Series 2) 10-Core Processor at 3.3 GHz up
  • 10-core Intel Core 5-225 processor reaches 4.90 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR5 memory keeps business applications running smoothly
  • 512 GB NVME SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • Compact small-form-factor chassis fits tight workspaces
  • Windows 11 Pro with dual-monitor support via HDMI and DisplayPort

Dell ECS 1250 Slim Business Desktop

The Dell ECS 1250 is a new small-form-factor desktop built around an Intel Core 5-225 10-core processor running at 3.30GHz up to 4.90GHz with 20MB cache. It includes 16GB DDR5 memory, a 512GB NVME solid-state drive and Windows 11 Pro, targeting office workers and home users who need a compact, quiet system for everyday productivity.

Simple setup with integrated graphics

The unit ships with a wired keyboard and mouse so it is ready to use once a monitor is connected via HDMI or DisplayPort. No optical drive is fitted and the 180W power supply is internal, leaving no external brick to manage. Intel UHD Graphics 730 handles dual-monitor output but is not suited to 3D rendering, video editing or gaming workloads.

Connectivity and expansion limits

Wired networking is restricted to Gigabit Ethernet while wireless uses 802.11AX with BlueTooth 5. Front and rear I/O provides four USB 2.0 ports, three USB 3.2 Type-A ports and one USB Type-C 3.2 port. The slim chassis limits internal upgrades to low-profile cards and the 180W supply constrains any discrete graphics addition.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $597.99
Pricier than about 57% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR5
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR5
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineECS
Model name1250
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core 5 Processors (Series 2)
CPUIntel Core 5-225 (Series 2) 10-Core Processor at 3.3 GHz up to 4.9 GHz
Processor cache20 MB Intel Smart Cache
L3 cache per CPU20 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR5
RAM capacity16 GB DDR5
RAM type and speedDDR5
Memory configuration16 GB DDR5
Total memory slots2
Storage
Storage drive512 GB Solid State Drive
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB Solid State Drive
Disc driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPUIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPU modelIntel UHD Graphics 730
GPU interfaceIntegrated
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB Type-C
Front audio jacks1 x Headphone Jack
Video connectors1 x DisplayPort, 1 x HDMI
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.2, 2 x USB 2.0
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacksNo
Power
Power supply180 W
Size & build
Form factorSmall Form Factor
Overall dimensions11.54 × 3.74 × 11.95
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseWired Mouse
Pointing deviceWired Mouse
In the boxDesktop PC, Mouse, Keyboard, Power cord
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardWired Keyboard
Keyboard typeWired Keyboard

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the Intel Core 5-225 is reaching its 4.90GHz boost clock under load?

Open Windows Task Manager, select the Performance tab and watch the CPU frequency while running a demanding task; it should show speeds approaching 4.90GHz when thermal headroom allows.

Which accessories are included in the box and what must I provide?

The system ships with a wired keyboard, a wired mouse and a 180W power supply; you will need to supply your own monitor as none is included.

Is the 512GB NVME SSD the only storage option or can I choose a larger capacity?

This configuration comes with a 512GB NVME SSD; no other capacity is offered for this model.

More in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs

Similar items