Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra vs Dell OptiPlex 5050
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Dell OptiPlex 5050, Core i7-6700, 32GB, 512GB SSD
What Buyers Say
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Mac, calling it a powerhouse and the best value for power users. They praise its multicore performance, GPU capabilities, and ability to handle demanding tasks like video editing and development without issues. The M3 Ultra is seen as a better value than the M4 Max, especially when configured with more memory.
Pros
- Powerful multicore performance
- Great GPU value
- Handles demanding tasks
- Fast exports
- Reliable and stable
Cons
- Single-core performance not noticeably fast
- Potential competition from M4 Max
Dell OptiPlex 5050, Core i7-6700, 32GB, 512GB SSD
This refurbished Dell desktop bundle receives mostly positive feedback, with many users praising the core computer's performance, especially the speedy M.2 NVMe SSD and ample RAM for multitasking and gaming. However, there are consistent complaints about missing or low-quality peripherals, such as speakers, cables, and Bluetooth adapters, and occasional issues with overheating or initial setup. Customer service is often highlighted as responsive and helpful in resolving problems, making it a good value for those comfortable with minor troubleshooting, but buyers should be prepared for potential quality inconsistencies.
Pros
- Core computer performance (fast SSD, good RAM)
- Responsive and helpful customer service
- Good value for the price
- Nice monitor quality (keyboard/mouse acceptable)
Cons
- Missing peripherals (speakers, cables, Bluetooth dongle)
- Low-quality keyboard and mouse
- Occasional hardware defects (overheating, monitor connection)
- Initial setup issues (corrupted Windows, missing parts)
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra | Dell OptiPlex 5050 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M3 Ultra★ | Intel Core i7 6700 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 28★ | 4 |
| Frequency | 3.5 GHz★ | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple M3 Ultra 60-core★ | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 48 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 96 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | — | DDR4★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | desktop |
| Weight | 3.64 kg | 9.00 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 6★ | — |
| USB Ports | 2 | 10★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 x 6 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 2x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | RJ-45 |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Dell OptiPlex 5050, Core i7-6700, 32GB, 512GB SSD
- Strong port selection (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average gpu (21st percentile)
- Below average cpu (25th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 9 of 25 specs.