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Black tower desktop with wired keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL ECT1250 Tower Desktop PC — Core Ultra 9 285, 16GB DDR5, 2TB NVMe, RTX 3050

SKU CH-3EBH-TX3HZ

A tower desktop with a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, 2TB NVMe storage and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card for business and everyday tasks

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor with 36MB cache and 5.60 GHz turbo boost for demanding workloads
  • 16GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and 2TB NVMe solid-state drive deliver fast multitasking and ample storage
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics card handles creative tasks and modern gaming
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 wireless connectivity plus Gigabit Ethernet for reliable network access
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with AI Copilot, includes Dell wired keyboard and mouse

Dell ECT1250 Tower Desktop

This Dell ECT1250 tower desktop arrives new with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor, 24 cores and 36MB cache. It includes 16GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and a 2TB NVMe SSD. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics card drives DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 outputs. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Build integration and expansion

The chassis measures 324.3 mm high, 154 mm wide and 293 mm deep, weighing 5.45 kg. Front I/O supplies two USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A plus a headset jack and media card reader. Rear I/O adds two USB 3.2 Type-A, two USB 2.0 Type-A, Gigabit Ethernet and a Kensington lock slot. A wired keyboard and mouse are included.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

The 24-core processor and AI Boost NPU suit business, education and everyday workloads that benefit from multi-threaded performance. The RTX 3050 6GB handles light creative tasks and casual gaming. Buyers needing more than 16GB memory, additional graphics power or greater internal storage capacity should consider other configurations.

How it compares

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

Price $1,380.99
Pricier than about 86% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Model nameECT1250
Year of release2025
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285
CPU modelIntel Core Ultra 9 285
CPU socketLGA 1851
Processor cache36 MB L3 Cache
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM capacity16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Max supported RAM96 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB NVMe SSD
SSD storage2 TB
Display
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
GPU interfaceIntegrated
VR readyYes
Connectivity
Wired networkEthernet
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless
Bluetooth supportBluetooth
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Video connectors1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1
Size & build
Form factorTower
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseMouse
Pointing deviceWired Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardKeyboard
Keyboard typeWired Keyboard

Questions about this item

Will the 24-core Core Ultra 9 285 throttle under sustained heavy workloads?

The processor runs at a 2.5 GHz base with Turbo Boost up to 5.60 GHz; sustained performance will depend on the tower's internal airflow and cooling capacity.

How loud and hot does the system get when running all day with the RTX 3050 and 24-core CPU?

The 12.02 lb tower uses a standard air cooler; expect audible fan noise and warm exhaust under continuous load, but no liquid-cooling or acoustic ratings are specified.

Do I need to buy a monitor separately, or is one included in the box?

No monitor is included; you must provide your own display with DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 or DVI input to use the system.

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