Dell Desktop ECT1250 vs Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i 2025, Core i5-14400, 32GB, 2TB SSD, 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 2025, Core i5-14400, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Silver
The Lenovo IdeaCentre 3i Desktop features a 10-core Intel Core i5-14400 processor and 32GB DDR4 memory, making it a capable machine for everyday tasks. However, its integrated Intel UHD 730 graphics limit gaming and graphic-intensive performance. Users appreciate the generous RAM and processor, but note that upgradeability and warranty details are not fully clear from the provided information.
Pros
- 10-core Intel Core i5-14400 processor
- 32GB DDR4 memory capacity
- Capable for everyday tasks
Cons
- Limited gaming performance with Intel UHD 730
- Unclear warranty and support details
- Unclear upgradeability for RAM and storage
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 | 2.5 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 | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mini-tower |
| 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 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | RJ-45 |
| 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 2025, Core i5-14400, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Silver
- Strong storage (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (20th percentile)20th %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 8 of 24 specs.