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Black tower desktop with wired keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL ECT1250 Tower Desktop PC Intel Core Ultra 9 285 32GB DDR5 1TB NVMe RTX 3050 Windows 11 Pro

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Tower desktop with a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285, 32GB DDR5, 1TB NVMe and NVIDIA RTX 3050 graphics for business and everyday use

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive1 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 handles heavy workloads
  • 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory keeps multitasking smooth and responsive
  • 1TB PCIe NVMe solid-state drive provides fast boot and load times
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics supports creative and gaming tasks
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 with Gigabit Ethernet ensure reliable connectivity

Tower desktop for AI-ready workloads

The Dell ECT1250 tower ships new with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor, 24 cores and 36MB L3 cache. It includes 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD. An NVIDIA RTX 3050 with 6GB GDDR6 handles graphics output through DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 and DVI. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

The 12.76-inch high chassis houses the 2.5 GHz base processor with turbo up to 5.60 GHz alongside the discrete graphics card. Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 share the MediaTek MT7920 module. Gigabit Ethernet, four USB 2.0 ports, three USB 3.2 Type-A ports and one USB-C 3.2 port provide wired connectivity. A wired keyboard and mouse are included.

Upgrade path from older towers

This system replaces an ageing tower that lacks a modern NPU, DDR5 memory or a dedicated 6GB GPU. The jump is worthwhile when your workflow needs local AI acceleration, faster memory bandwidth and multiple display outputs without adding a card. Buyers who need more than 32GB RAM or a higher-tier graphics card should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $1,625.99
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 drive1 TB NVMe SSD
SSD storage1 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

How do I install the RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics card in the tower, and which step is often missed?

The RTX 3050 is factory-installed in the PCIe slot; the step users miss is connecting the monitor cable to the card's DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 outputs instead of the motherboard video ports.

What maintenance will the 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and 1TB NVMe SSD need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required for the DDR5 memory or NVMe SSD; keep the tower vents clear of dust and ensure the MediaTek Wi-Fi 6 MT7920 antenna area stays unobstructed for airflow.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads on the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 24-core processor?

The processor's thermal ceiling is reached first; the 2.5 GHz base clock sustains until the 36MB L3 cache and 5.60 GHz turbo boost are limited by the tower's cooling capacity.

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