Dell Desktop ECT1250 vs ASUS PM700MKC-R71TB
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
ASUS PM700MKC-R71TB 2025, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Dark Gray
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
ASUS PM700MKC-R71TB 2025, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Dark Gray
The ASUS PM700 desktop receives mixed feedback. One user praises its speed, storage, and built-in programs, calling it a great impulse buy after 15 years without a desktop. Another user finds it lightweight and compact but is disappointed by the lack of direct Windows 11 access during setup, noting Microsoft's heavy control. Q&A responses are unhelpful, merely repeating the questions.
Pros
- Great speed
- More than adequate storage
- Great built-in programs
- Lightweight and compact design
Cons
- No direct Windows 11 access during setup
- Microsoft controls every move
- Unhelpful Q&A responses
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | ASUS PM700MKC-R71TB | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 2.0 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 8 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini-tower |
| PSU | 180W | 180W |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 6.00 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 6 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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
ASUS PM700MKC-R71TB 2025, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Dark Gray
- Strong port selection (69th percentile)
- Strong storage (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (20th percentile)20th %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 24 specs.