Dell Desktop ECT1250 vs Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i 2024, Core i5-14400, 32GB, 512GB SSD + 1TB HDD, Silver
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
Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i 2024, Core i5-14400, 32GB, 512GB SSD + 1TB HDD, Silver
The Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i Desktop features integrated Intel UHD 730 graphics and an Intel Core i5-14400 processor, making it suitable for everyday tasks and light multitasking. Users appreciate its compact dimensions (11.95" x 3.94" x 10.82") and 15 lb weight, though some question its gaming capabilities and upgrade options. The included wired keyboard and mouse are noted, but compatibility with other operating systems remains unclear.
Pros
- Compact dimensions
- Lightweight at 15 lb
- Integrated Intel UHD 730 graphics
- Intel Core i5-14400 processor
- Included wired keyboard and mouse
Cons
- Limited gaming capabilities
- Unclear upgrade options
- Uncertain OS compatibility
- Integrated graphics only
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core i5-14400 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 10 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 20 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Storage 2 | — | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 2 Type | — | HDD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | sff |
| PSU | 180W | 260W★ |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 6 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI-Out 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 1x VGA |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| 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
Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i 2024, Core i5-14400, 32GB, 512GB SSD + 1TB HDD, Silver
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Strong port selection (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 26 specs.