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DELL ECT1250 Tower Desktop PC Intel Core Ultra 9 285 32GB 4TB NVMe RTX 3050

SKU CH-65EE-54VSS

A tower desktop with a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor, 32GB DDR5 memory, 4TB NVMe storage and an RTX 3050 graphics card for AI-accelerated work and play

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive4 TB NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285
  • RAM capacity32 GB
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285 with AI Boost NPU accelerates demanding workloads
  • 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory keeps multitasking smooth and responsive
  • 4TB NVMe SSD stores massive projects and boots in seconds
  • NVIDIA RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics powers creative apps and modern gaming
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus Gigabit Ethernet deliver fast, reliable connectivity

Dell ECT1250 Tower Desktop with Core Ultra 9

The Dell ECT1250 is a 2025 tower desktop built around an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor with 24 cores and 36 MB cache. It ships with 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and a 4 TB NVMe SSD. An NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 6 GB GDDR6 handles graphics. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed. A wired keyboard and mouse are included.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This system suits buyers who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance and large fast storage for business, education or everyday workloads. It also fits users wanting Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity in a compact tower. Buyers who need more than 6 GB video memory for heavy 3D rendering or high-resolution gaming should consider other options. Builders requiring additional discrete graphics cards cannot expand this chassis.

Deciding specification: 6 GB RTX 3050 graphics

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 6 GB GDDR6 is the single specification that decides suitability. It provides hardware-accelerated encoding, modern display outputs including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4, and entry-level ray-tracing capability. Workloads that demand larger frame buffers or higher compute throughput will be constrained by this GPU. Buyers should match this graphics capacity to their intended applications before purchasing.

How it compares

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

Price $1,680.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 32 GB
Higher than about 70% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 32 GB
Higher than about 70% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 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 size32 GB
RAM capacity32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Max supported RAM96 GB
Storage
Storage drive4 TB NVMe SSD
SSD storage4 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 Home
More details
KeyboardKeyboard
Keyboard typeWired Keyboard

Questions about this item

Do I need to buy a monitor separately to use the HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4 outputs on this ECT1250?

Yes, the system ships without a monitor; you must connect your own display to the HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4 ports on the rear.

Can I keep using my older USB 2.0 peripherals with the front and rear Type-A ports on this tower?

The front has two USB 2.0 ports and the rear has two more, so existing USB 2.0 devices will work directly.

How can I verify the RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics card is active after Windows 11 Home boots?

Open Device Manager, expand Display adapters, and confirm NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 appears without a warning icon.

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