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Black tower desktop with wired keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL ECT1250 Tower Desktop PC Intel Core Ultra 9 285 48GB DDR5 2TB NVMe

SKU CH-TGGX-ER2AG

A 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 tower with 48 GB DDR5 memory, 2 TB NVMe storage and Windows 11 Home

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
  • Memory size48 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285
  • RAM capacity48 GB
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285 with 5.60 GHz turbo boost for heavy multitasking
  • 48 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory keeps large workloads responsive
  • 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD provides fast storage for projects and apps
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 give reliable wireless connectivity
  • Windows 11 Home with AI Copilot supports modern productivity tools

Tower desktop for business and education

The Dell ECT1250 is a tower desktop built around an Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor with 24 cores and 36MB L3 cache. It ships with 48GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory and a 2TB PCIe NVMe M.2 solid-state drive. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed and the system includes a wired keyboard and mouse for immediate setup.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 runs at a 2.5 GHz base frequency with turbo boost up to 5.60 GHz and includes an Intel AI Boost NPU. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics handles display output without a discrete card. The tower form factor provides internal airflow for the processor and memory under sustained workloads.

Connectors and mounting for everyday workflows

Front I/O includes two USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, a global headset jack and a media card reader. Rear I/O adds a DisplayPort 1.4, an HDMI 2.1, two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, two USB 2.0 Type-A ports and a gigabit RJ45 Ethernet port. A Kensington lock slot and padlock loop support physical security in shared environments.

How it compares

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

Price $1,464.99
Pricier than about 87% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 48 GB
Higher than about 91% of the 5,840 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 48 GB
Higher than about 85% 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 size48 GB
RAM capacity48 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Max supported RAM96 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB NVMe SSD
SSD storage2 TB
Display
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics
GPU modelIntel UHD Graphics
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

How do I install the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor into the LGA 1851 socket on this tower?

The processor comes pre-installed from the factory. To access the socket, remove the side panel by releasing the latch at the rear, then lift the retention lever and load plate. Align the notches on the CPU with the socket keys, place it gently, close the load plate, and lock the lever back down.

What maintenance will the 48GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory need over time?

No routine maintenance is required for the memory modules. If a fault occurs, replace the DDR5 DIMM by opening the case, releasing the slot clips, and inserting a matching 5600 MHz module until it clicks.

What limit appears first when the Intel UHD Graphics runs sustained workloads?

The integrated graphics shares system memory and thermal headroom with the 24-core CPU. Under prolonged heavy load the shared thermal envelope is reached first, causing the processor to reduce frequency to stay within its power and temperature limits.

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