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Black tower desktop with wired keyboard and mouse

DELL

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

SKU CH-21KA-9XQC3

Tower desktop with a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 32GB DDR5 memory, 1TB NVMe storage and an RTX 3050 graphics card for business and everyday workloads

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
  • RAM capacity32 GB
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K powers demanding workloads
  • 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • 1TB NVMe SSD stores files and boots fast
  • NVIDIA RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 handles creative and light gaming tasks
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 give reliable wireless connectivity

Dell ECT1250 Tower Desktop PC

The Dell ECT1250 is a tower desktop built around an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core processor running at 3.7 GHz with turbo up to 5.70 GHz. It ships with 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory, a 1TB NVMe SSD, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB GDDR6 graphics card. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and a wired keyboard and mouse are included.

Suited for AI-assisted office work

This system suits professionals who want the Intel AI Boost NPU for local AI workloads and enough GPU memory for casual content creation or multi-monitor productivity. Buyers needing high-end 3D rendering, competitive gaming frame rates, or workstation-class GPU compute should look at configurations with higher-tier graphics cards.

Graphics card decides fit

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 6GB GDDR6 determines whether this desktop meets your visual workload. It provides hardware-accelerated decoding, multiple display outputs including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4, and entry-level ray-tracing support. If your applications require more video memory or significantly higher compute throughput, this GPU will be the limiting factor.

How it compares

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

Price $1,535.99
Pricier than about 89% 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 285K
CPU modelIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
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 much power does the Core Ultra 9 285K draw when the tower runs all day?

The 24-core Core Ultra 9 285K has a 3.7 GHz base clock and can boost to 5.70 GHz; the 36 MB L3 cache and Intel AI Boost NPU help manage workloads efficiently.

Does the ECT1250 include a monitor or must I supply my own display?

No monitor is included; connect your own screen via the DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 or DVI outputs on the RTX 3050 6 GB GDDR6 card.

Will my older USB 2.0 peripherals work with the front and rear ports on this tower?

Yes — the front panel has two USB 2.0 ports and the rear adds two more, all running at 480 Mbps for legacy devices.

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