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Dell Tower Desktop: Intel Core Ultra 5 225, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD

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Best Buy via eBay has Dell Tower Desktop (DECT1250-5067BLK-PUS) for $549.99. Shipping is free.

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Specs:
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 225 Processor (10-Core, 20MB Total Cache, 3.3GHz)
  • 16GB DDR5 5600MT/s Memory
  • 1TB Solid State Drive
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
  • 2x2 WiFi 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.4
  • Includes Keyboard & Mouse
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports
    • 1x HDMI 2.1
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 4x USB-A 2.0
    • 3x USB-A 3.2
    • 1x USB-C 3.2

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  • Our research indicates this offer is $250 lower (31% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on over 125 Best Buy customer reviews.
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Best Buy via eBay has Dell Tower Desktop (DECT1250-5067BLK-PUS) for $549.99. Shipping is free.

Best Buy also has Dell Tower Desktop (DECT1250-5067BLK-PUS) for $549.99. Shipping is free, otherwise free store pickup is available where stock permits.

Thanks to Deal Editor Nate650 for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 225 Processor (10-Core, 20MB Total Cache, 3.3GHz)
  • 16GB DDR5 5600MT/s Memory
  • 1TB Solid State Drive
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
  • 2x2 WiFi 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.4
  • Includes Keyboard & Mouse
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports
    • 1x HDMI 2.1
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 4x USB-A 2.0
    • 3x USB-A 3.2
    • 1x USB-C 3.2

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • Our research indicates this offer is $250 lower (31% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on over 125 Best Buy customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.

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The i7-6700 slightly outperforms the i5-7500, but they're 10 and 8 years old, respectively. The Ultra 5 225 outperforms both by a wide margin and is a modern processor, released in Q1 of this year.

The main problems I see with the refurbished one are, as UniqueMagic721 pointed out, it doesn't come with an OS (and doesn't support Windows 11). The second is it has a traditional mechanical hard drive rather than an SSD, so it's going to be much slower loading apps, booting up, and slower in general.

I also don't think it's comparable, as garth25 said.
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It's in no way comparable
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This Dell tower is a compact office desktop with a modern Core Ultra 5 225, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, and it stands out as a strong step up for aging 8 to 10 year old PCs. The newer processor is described as far faster than older i5 and i7 chips, and the 1TB SSD and 16GB memory hit a practical sweet spot for everyday use, Plex, and light photo work. The main limits are the tiny 180W proprietary Dell power supply, the very small case, and integrated graphics, so serious gaming or big GPU upgrades are off the table. It looks best as a fast general purpose desktop rather than an upgrade platform.

Common Questions (4)

  • The 180W proprietary Dell PSU and very small case make serious GPU upgrades impractical. A low-power card around 75W or less may fit, but anything like an RTX 5070 Super would require a PSU upgrade and likely a different case.

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  • It is a modern Core Ultra 5 225 system that outperforms older i5/i7 desktops by a wide margin, so it is a strong upgrade for aging systems and general office or server use. It is not a gaming-focused machine, and the integrated graphics plus 180W PSU limit expansion.

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  • It can run Windows 11, and the hardware check can be bypassed with versions that skip the requirement. That makes it usable on Windows 11, but bypassing TPM 2.0 reduces security protections.

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  • The system is listed and pictured with 1x16GB installed, and the motherboard has two RAM slots. That leaves one slot open, but dual-channel performance is better with matched sticks.

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SDRebelNov 8, 2025 2:11 AM
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Dell wouldn't match the Costco one, but maybe this one will...need to use my amex biz plat credits
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Can I put rtx 5070 super 18gb later and power supply upgrade if needed?
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UniqueMagic721Nov 8, 2025 12:46 PM
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They have refurb Dell Optiplex 5050 i5, 8g ram, 500g hdd for only $75, $67.50 shipped after new user discount from discountcomputerdepot.com. No OS but a pretty nice and comparable setup. I just snagged one and put Win11 and Linux Mint on it this week.
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Quote from UniqueMagic721 View quoted comment :
They have refurb Dell Optiplex 5050 i5, 8g ram, 500g hdd for only $75, $67.50 shipped after new user discount from discountcomputerdepot.com. No OS but a pretty nice and comparable setup. I just snagged one and put Win11 and Linux Mint on it this week.
Here's a link. if anyone wants one. I got the $5 off new customer discount and some other discount just automatically populated and wiped out the sales tax. Shipping was free. It's a pretty similar setup to this one. https://discountcomputerdepot.com...ng-system/
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patrocleNov 8, 2025 2:31 PM
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Quote from UniqueMagic721 View quoted comment :
Here's a link. if anyone wants one. I got the $5 off new customer discount and some other discount just automatically populated and wiped out the sales tax. Shipping was free. It's a pretty similar setup to this one. https://discountcomputerdepot.com...ng-system/
Is that refurbish one better than this one Lenovo Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6700 CPU @ 3.40GHz (3.41 GHz) 32gb ram ?
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garth25Nov 8, 2025 3:58 PM
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Quote from UniqueMagic721 View quoted comment :
They have refurb Dell Optiplex 5050 i5, 8g ram, 500g hdd for only $75, $67.50 shipped after new user discount from discountcomputerdepot.com. No OS but a pretty nice and comparable setup. I just snagged one and put Win11 and Linux Mint on it this week.
It's in no way comparable
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Quote from UniqueMagic721 View quoted comment :
They have refurb Dell Optiplex 5050 i5, 8g ram, 500g hdd for only $75, $67.50 shipped after new user discount from discountcomputerdepot.com. No OS but a pretty nice and comparable setup. I just snagged one and put Win11 and Linux Mint on it this week.
Quote from patrocle View quoted comment :
Is that refurbish one better than this one Lenovo Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6700 CPU @ 3.40GHz (3.41 GHz) 32gb ram ?
The i7-6700 slightly outperforms the i5-7500, but they're 10 and 8 years old, respectively. The Ultra 5 225 outperforms both by a wide margin and is a modern processor, released in Q1 of this year.

The main problems I see with the refurbished one are, as UniqueMagic721 pointed out, it doesn't come with an OS (and doesn't support Windows 11). The second is it has a traditional mechanical hard drive rather than an SSD, so it's going to be much slower loading apps, booting up, and slower in general.

I also don't think it's comparable, as garth25 said.
Last edited by Nate650 November 8, 2025 at 08:38 AM.
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Quote from WreckerALeX View quoted comment :
Can I put rtx 5070 super 18gb later and power supply upgrade if needed?
Doesn't look like it because this desktop doesn't use a standard, off-the-shelf ATX power supply (PSU); it uses a proprietary Dell power supply.
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av8nautigerNov 8, 2025 8:14 PM
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I'm interested but probably overkill for me since I'm just looking for a Windows desktop for light photo and video editing. Although I do remember some great HP deals around BF last year. Will wait.
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NeatGiraffe975Nov 9, 2025 2:44 AM
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Can the graphics card be switched out if need be?
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litesdsdNov 9, 2025 2:54 AM
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Wow this has a very low wattage power supply at 180W. Do not buy this if you plan to do any serious gaming. You might get away with an RTX 3050 6GB but not much more due to the small PSU.
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litesdsdNov 9, 2025 2:58 AM
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Quote from NeatGiraffe975 View quoted comment :
Can the graphics card be switched out if need be?
The graphics are built into the Intel processor therefor can't be removed. You may add a low power graphics card but the card would probably have to draw 75 watts of power or less.
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hoondawgNov 9, 2025 9:02 AM
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Quote from litesdsd View quoted comment :
The graphics are built into the Intel processor therefor can't be removed. You may add a low power graphics card but the card would probably have to draw 75 watts of power or less.
Thanks for the advice but this PC doesn't look like a gaming PC to me.
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