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DELL ECT1250 Tower Desktop PC Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 16GB DDR5 1TB NVMe RTX 3050 Windows 11 Pro

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A tower desktop with a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 16GB DDR5 memory, 1TB NVMe storage, RTX 3050 graphics and Windows 11 Pro

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
  • RAM capacity16 GB
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor with 36 MB L3 cache and 5.70 GHz turbo boost
  • 16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory and 1 TB NVMe solid-state drive for fast responsiveness
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB GDDR6 graphics card for creative and gaming workloads
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 wireless connectivity plus gigabit Ethernet for reliable networking
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with AI Copilot and Dell wired keyboard and mouse included

Purpose-built workstation

The Dell ECT1250 tower pairs a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor with 16GB of DDR5 5600 MHz memory and a 1TB NVMe solid-state drive. Integrated Intel AI Boost NPU acceleration and Windows 11 Pro target professionals who need responsive multitasking and local AI workloads without a server-grade chassis. Business and education buyers gain a ready-to-deploy desktop that balances compute density with a compact footprint.

Bundled peripherals and connectivity

A wired Dell KB216 keyboard and MS116 mouse arrive in the box, removing the need for separate accessory orders. Front-facing I/O supplies a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, two USB 2.0 ports, a global headset jack and a media card reader. Rear output adds DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, DVI, two additional USB 3.2 Type-A ports, two USB 2.0 ports and gigabit Ethernet. MediaTek Wi-Fi 6 MT7920 with MU-MIMO and Bluetooth 5.4 handles wireless duties.

Tower chassis and daily ergonomics

The black tower measures 12.76 inches high, 6.06 inches wide and 11.53 inches deep, weighing 12.02 lb. A Kensington lock slot and padlock loop secure the unit in shared environments. Tool-less side access simplifies future storage or memory upgrades while the front-mounted card reader keeps media ingestion at arm level. Builders who need more storage bays or dual graphics cards should evaluate larger form factors.

How it compares

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

Price $1,443.99
Pricier than about 87% 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 285K
CPU modelIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
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 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 many DDR5 slots are free for a future memory upgrade?

The board uses LGA 1851 with DDR5 5600 MHz; 16 GB is installed today, leaving at least one slot open for additional DDR5 modules.

Which component hits its thermal ceiling first during long renders?

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB GDDR6 GPU typically reaches its power limit before the 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor.

How loud is the tower when the RTX 3050 runs flat-out all day?

The 12.76 × 6.06 × 11.53 in chassis uses standard Dell tower cooling; fan noise rises to a moderate office hum under sustained GPU load.

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