Dell Desktop ECT1250 vs HP EliteDesk 800 G1
Dell Desktop ECT1250 2025, Core Ultra 7, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Black
HP EliteDesk 800 G1, Core i7-4790, 16GB, 2TB 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 EliteDesk 800 G1, Core i7-4790, 16GB, 2TB HDD, Black
The HP desktop receives mixed feedback, with users praising its solid performance for everyday tasks and Linux compatibility, but noting issues with the power supply wattage and hard drive partitioning. Some users express frustration with shipping errors from certain retailers, while others find the computer reliable after modifications like swapping the hard drive. Overall, it's a decent budget option for those willing to tinker.
Pros
- Solid performance for everyday tasks
- Linux compatibility
- Multiple USB 3.0 ports
- 7200 RPM hard drive option
- Easy to modify hardware
Cons
- Low power supply wattage (320W)
- Hard drive partitioning issues
- Shipping errors from some retailers
- Requires special screws for hard drive swap
- Graphics card is outdated (GeForce 210)
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 | HP EliteDesk 800 G1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 265★ | Intel Core i7-4790 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 20★ | 4 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB★ | 8 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | NVIDIA GeForce 210 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | — |
| VRAM | — | 1 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR3 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD★ | HDD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | sff | mid-tower |
| PSU | 180W | 320W★ |
| Weight | 6.41 kg | 9.30 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1★ | — |
| USB Ports | 7★ | 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | — |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | — |
| Ethernet | Gigabit 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 EliteDesk 800 G1, Core i7-4790, 16GB, 2TB HDD, Black
- Strong storage (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Below average gpu (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average cpu (22nd percentile)
- Below average port selection (24th percentile)
- Below average ram (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 25 specs.