Dell Desktop ECT1250 vs HP ProDesk 600 G3
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
HP ProDesk 600 G3 2016, Core i5-6500, 16GB, 256GB SSD + 1TB HDD, Black
What Buyers Say
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
HP ProDesk 600 G3 2016, Core i5-6500, 16GB, 256GB SSD + 1TB HDD, Black
This gaming PC is a hit with kids, especially for playing Fortnite, thanks to its great graphics and LED lights. However, several buyers reported issues like faulty screens, sound problems, and missing cables, though customer service was responsive in replacing defective units. The limited 256GB storage is a common concern, with many recommending an external drive. Overall, it offers good value when it works, but quality control seems inconsistent.
Pros
- Great graphics
- Amazing LED lights
- Easy setup
- Good for Fortnite
- Responsive customer service
Cons
- Limited 256GB storage
- Faulty screens reported
- Sound issues
- Missing or wrong cables
- Slow game loading speed
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | HP ProDesk 600 G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core i5-6500 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 4 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 3.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 6 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 1 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage 2 | — | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 2 Type | — | HDD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | sff |
| PSU | 180W★ | — |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 10.71 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7 | 11★ |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | DP to HDMI adapter x 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 2 Display Ports |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | 802.11ac |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Pro |
Pros & Cons
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
HP ProDesk 600 G3 2016, Core i5-6500, 16GB, 256GB SSD + 1TB HDD, Black
- Strong port selection (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average cpu (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average gpu (21st percentile)
- Below average ram (32nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (35th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 27 specs.