Dell - Desktop - Intel Core Ultra 7-265 - 16GB Memory - 1TB SSD - Black

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• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  High performance in a compact package

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  The first thing you’ll notice about this latest Dell PC is its convenient compact size; note the photo of it next to a similar Dell PC from a few years ago. Internal PC components have continued to shrink over the years as things like solid-state drives (SSDs) take up less room that the old hard drives. The last holdout was the space taken up by a CD/DVD optical drive and those have now disappeared as standard components (note the space for an optical drive on the older PC in the photo). If it’s really necessary to use an optical drive, they are readily available as USB devices. Looking at the included ports, most needs should be covered. The old VGA and DVI monitor interfaces are long gone and this PC has both an HDMI and a DisplayPort connection. Dual monitors are supported if both are connected. There are four USB Type A ports on the back: two low-speed (USB 2.x) best used for the keyboard and mouse, plus 2 high-speed USB 3.2 5Gbps. On the front panel there are two additional low-speed USB-A ports, one 5Gbps USB-A port, and one 5Gbps USB-C port. This should be sufficient for most uses although it’s a bit disappointing that the higher speed 10Gbps USB 3.2 feature is not available. On the front panel there is also a 3.5mm audio “headphone” jack and a slot for inserting an SD memory card. The one missing connection that I was expecting was an audio jack on the back panel; there’s only the one on the front and that would be a bit messy for plugging in my desktop speakers. However, it’s also true that the HDMI and DisplayPort connections carry audio as well as video signals. This is convenient when connecting to a TV or monitor with speakers, but the monitor that I bought to go with this PC happened to have an audio jack on its connection panel, so I was able to easily connect my speakers to the monitor and still have the headphone port on the PC available if I need it. The PC has a standard RJ45 port for a wired network connection but of course WiFi is faster and more convenient. So all that was necessary to set up the hardware was to plug the (included) keyboard and mouse USB connectors in back, run an HDMI cable from the PC to the monitor, and plug in the power cord. The PC was nicely boxed and it took only a few minutes to be ready for the initial power-up procedures. This is a review of the PC and not of Windows but I have to say that the initial boot and configuration of Windows went well except for taking a bit of time. Mainly, there were updates to apply and it was easier to just walk away and check back a while later than to wait for it to download and install everything. Once that was done and the rest of Windows was configured, I was looking at the familiar Windows desktop screen and had access to all my usual files, browser favorites, etc. In use, this PC beats anything that I’ve previously used. The big terabyte (1000Gb) SSD is fast and it powers up and boots into Windows in just a few seconds. Of course, as apps and other software packages are installed, the boot-up time tends to lengthen, but for the average user it’s still going to be more than adequate. With the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, it is going to be especially useful for those who do things like video editing, graphics, AI, and other compute-intensive work. I installed one app that does editing of complex simulation data containing video, GPS coordinates, and AR (augmented reality) features and it worked perfectly without the occasional glitches and hesitations that I see on my older PC. The only thing it probably wouldn’t be good for is gaming, due mainly to the basic graphics chip that’s built in and the probable inability to install a high-end graphics card. Given the price of this model, I would recommend that you consider your requirements before making the purchase. Processor model and size of the SSD are the two big drivers that affect the price. Before this became available, I had been looking at the same Dell slim PC but with an i5 series processor and 500Gb SSD that costs a third less. So make sure that you can use the enhanced performance and larger drive space that this version offers. If so, then this will certainly do the job for you!

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  Posted 4 days ago by Doug G

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  This Dell Desktop ~ An Excellent Choice!

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  I received my Dell desktop with the Intel Core Ultra 7-265, 16GB memory and a 1 TB SSD. I really was anxious to get this particular model because I'm so limited on the space it needs to set in and it fits perfectly. Upon opening the well packed box I found a wired keyboard, wired mouse, power adapter, computer and a Quick Start Guide. Since I am so familiar with setting up these computers with Windows 11 Home it really was a breeze. I was able to transfer my information over from another desktop I own which made it a simple procedure with moving my files, folders, websites, etc. I am very impressed with how lightweight this computer is ~ weighing in at just 3.49 pounds! The dimensions are 11.95" high x a mere 3.74" wide x 11.54" deep and it's energy certified. Offers a media card reader, headphone jack using High Definition Audio Realtek, Bluetooth, Wireless Standard AX Wifi 6, ethernet port 10/100/1000, USB-A 2.0 (4 of these), USB 3.2 (3) and just one USB-C 3.2. Has an HDMI output and a Display Port 1.4 and it's 64 bit. Also has integrated graphics Intel UHD. The ram is expandable to 64GB with system rams speed 5600 megahertz and 2 memory slots for DDR5. After using I don't feel I need to add more memory as the computer blazed through whatever I used it for with just the 16GB. It even connected flawlessly to my Singsnap recording program unlike some other Windows computers I've used. I did use my Google Gmail account as it asks for that when setting up. It has the Windows AI Copilot built in and it's fun to ask questions then get fast, accurate responses. It did a Windows update as well right away. I did some word processing and looked at various websites with all loading promptly. YouTube and a couple other video streaming services I use played my selections without issues. No buffering and super fast loading. I own a computer with 32GB of memory and it buffers when I stream. This computer is a real little workhorse! It also recorded my singing music selections first rate which really sold me on Dell's reliability. It seriously has everything I need for what I use and I am extremely pleased with the performance, looks, size and its ability to handle workloads properly. The only small con I see is the fact it only has one USB-C input but that truly is not a deal breaker in my opinion. If you are looking for a slim, space saving, fine working desktop computer that really performs this model Dell is the answer! It might be small but it's mighty! I couldn't be happier!!

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  Posted 3 days ago by Mizshutterbug

• Rated 4 out of 5 stars

  The small and silent type

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  This thin desktop runs a speedy and highly efficient Intel Core Ultra 7 265 laptop CPU in a compact desktop chassis that takes up little space. As configured and used as designed, you will probably never hear its fan at all, and it will run cool as a cucumber. If the marketeers have guessed correctly, the purchaser of this computer, if he or she decides to upgrade, might later increase the RAM to enhance performance, and perhaps nothing else. Design choices are aimed in that direction. The supplied DDR5 16 GB of memory running at 5600MT/s occupies a single slot, making it ultra easy to upgrade by filling the second memory slot. The price is right for what you get. Office applications, web browsing and media consumption are going to run speedily and efficiently for the home user, and the 1TB m.2 NVMe (2230, not 2280) should well suffice for the intended user. If you want to install a 2280-sized SSD, you can, but it will be a hassle that the typical buyer of this device might not want to endure. There is only one usable NVMe slot and the supplied SSD occupies it. You would have to place the replacement SSD in an enclosure and use third party software to image the Dell supplied SSD to the replacement, power off the computer, remove the power cord, open the chassis, switch out the SSDs, replace the power cord, reboot the computer (and pray). If you’ve done that before, you shouldn’t be intimidated. I will probably do this at some point. As configured, there is no way to install a second SSD or conventional hard drive inside the chassis. Neither the caddy nor the power connector for the additional drive(s) is supplied with this model. I am not a gamer, but for those who are, the gaming experience should be exactly as this Ultra 7 265 processor supports on laptops that do not have separate video card, which seems to be fine for many users. Serious gamers are probably not going to be looking at this model as their go-to device. This computer has 1 PCI-E x16 slot, making it possible to install a video card, but I would recommend caution before going in that direction. Two factors mitigate against video card installation. The first is space and the second is heat. This case is tiny and meant to be that way. Any video card produces heat, and a heat producing component inside this chassis offers the potential for trouble. The case does not have the ventilation to exhaust air around the video card, possibly limiting the life of the card and damaging other components. The power supply is only 180 watts, and the video card and CPU together may use up to the full capability of that power supply depending on what you are trying to do. The placement of the slot in relation to other components does not leave room for fitting any card that occupies more than a single slot, and there is no provision for any separate power connection. You will have to also have a half-height bracket for the card to fit in this machine. In case you want to look for a video card that will fit and work on this computer, I could not find one on either the BB or the Dell website. The single slot cards that I did find from other sources were at or around $200, raising a huge cost-benefit issue on adding such a card. I would also think that the quiet operation of this computer would be adversely affected by the addition of a video card. The fan on that card will produce plenty of sound when it is taxed, destroying one of the built in features of this Dell, which is silence. The SD card reader on the front panel is a great convenience, and there is a plethora of USB-A connections on the front and back of the computer. A single USB-C 3.2 port is on the front panel as well as an audio input jack. Both HDMI 2.1 and Display port 1.4 video connections are on the back panel. This Dell is recommended for those who fit the use profile it was designed for and not recommended for those who want to make it into something else. It shines the most as the small silent and efficient type.

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  Posted 3 days ago by mobilelawyer