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Black small-form-factor desktop tower with keyboard and mouse

DELL

DELL QCS1250 SFF Desktop PC Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 32GB 1TB NVMe

SKU CH-91XW-VCZ04

Small-form-factor desktop with a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K up to 5.7 GHz, 32 GB DDR5, 1 TB NVMe, Windows 11 Pro, keyboard and mouse included

  • ProcessorUltra 9
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB NVMe SSD
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 770
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
  • RAM capacity32 GB
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 285K reaches 5.7 GHz for heavy workloads
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 1 TB NVMe PCIe SSD boots and loads fast
  • Small 95 mm wide chassis fits tight desk space
  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for business use

Compact Business Desktop

The Dell QCS1250 is a small form factor desktop built for business and education environments. It ships with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core processor, 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB NVMe solid state drive. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and a wired keyboard and mouse are included in the box.

Suitability And Limits

This system suits offices that need a space-saving PC with strong multi-threaded CPU performance and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 output over HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4a. Buyers who require a discrete graphics card, additional internal expansion slots or more than the provided USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 ports should consider a larger chassis.

Deciding Specification

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor delivers 24 cores with a 3.70 GHz base frequency and up to 5.7 GHz turbo boost, plus a 13 TOPS NPU for AI workloads. This CPU defines whether the machine meets your compute requirements.

How it compares

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

Price $1,257.99
Pricier than about 83% 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 nameQCS1250
Year of release2025
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorUltra 9
CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
CPU modelIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
CPU socketLGA 1851
Processor cache36 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM capacity32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Max supported RAM128 GB
Storage
Storage drive1 TB NVMe SSD
SSD storage1 TB
Display
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 770
GPU modelIntel Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated
VR readyNo
Connectivity
Wired networkEthernet
Bluetooth supportBluetooth
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Video connectors1× HDMI 2.1 (TMDS), 1× DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR3)
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1
Size & build
Form factorSmall Form Factor
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

Is the 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory sufficient for heavy multitasking and AI workloads?

Yes, 32 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz RAM handles large datasets, virtual machines and the 13 TOPS NPU acceleration without swapping, keeping the 24-core processor fed at full speed.

What real-world performance does the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K with its 5.7 GHz turbo and 36 MB cache deliver?

The 24-core CPU reaches 5.7 GHz on demanding threads, while the 36 MB smart cache cuts latency for compile jobs, rendering and the integrated NPU, so sustained throughput stays high in a small chassis.

How many external displays can the HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a ports drive simultaneously?

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 supports up to two displays — one on HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) and one on DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR2) — both at 4K 60 Hz for business multi-monitor setups.

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