MSI Aegis Z2 vs Dell Desktop ECT1250
MSI Aegis Z2 2025, Ryzen 7 7700, 64GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5070, Black
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
What Buyers Say
MSI Aegis Z2 2025, Ryzen 7 7700, 64GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5070, Black
The MSI pre-built PC receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its performance, quiet operation, and ease of setup, with several noting it's the best PC they've owned. However, significant issues include bloatware, black screen problems after a month, poor packaging leading to damage, and missing components in some units. Overall, while many are satisfied, reliability and packaging concerns are notable.
Pros
- Great performance
- Quiet operation
- Easy setup
- Good build quality
- Reliable components
Cons
- Bloatware pre-installed
- Black screen issues after a month
- Poor packaging causing damage
- Missing components in some units
- Expensive for some
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
All five reviewers give this Dell desktop the highest rating, praising its speed, quiet operation, and compact size. Users highlight how easy it is to set up and note the excellent price, especially compared to Dell's own member site. The main reason for purchase was the need to upgrade to Windows 11, and the computer meets that need seamlessly.
Pros
- Fast boot and file access
- Quiet operation
- Compact size fits under desk
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Great price compared to Dell site
Cons
- Lack of information in Q&A
- Concern about future Windows upgrades
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Aegis Z2 | Dell Desktop ECT1250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 7 7700 | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 20★ |
| Frequency | 3.8 GHz★ | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB★ | 30 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 12 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mid-tower | sff |
| PSU | 750W★ | 180W |
| Weight | 16.78 kg | 6.41 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 9★ | 7 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | RJ45 Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
MSI Aegis Z2 2025, Ryzen 7 7700, 64GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 5070, Black
- Strong ram (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong port selection (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong gpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (35th percentile)
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong storage (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 4 of 8 usage categories and 4 of 25 specs.