Customer Ratings & Reviews

PROS: Extremely quiet Visually appealing, but minimalistic (no RGB lights) Premium build quality I love the I/O on the front panel SDD is speedy and smooth for the majority of strenuous tasks Very upgradable for RAM and storage VR Ready (out of the box) SO-SO: Price ($1500) I wish it came with at least a 5070 for this price CONS: Extremely cheap mouse and keyboard included Custom parts to the internals can cause limitations when upgrading some parts Dell has had an interesting trajectory since the days of value-centric PCs. They once catered to college students on a budget. Now, with XPS (which has evolved into "Plus"), their PCs and laptops have garnered the respect of those of us looking for a premium product beyond Apple. I currently own one of the 2024 high-end models of their XPS laptops, and it remains my favorite among the few I own. Premium is its bread and butter, and while this desktop doesn't have the flashy "premium" look, it makes up for it in its build quality and simplified, anti-gaming machine aesthetic. As premium and expensive as the tower is ($ 1,500), I'd expect a better keyboard and mouse to be included, but that's an issue that extends to most PC manufacturers. It's an interesting way to "cheapen" the product, but most of us who are serious about our PCs, more than likely, already own nice mice and keyboards. Nonetheless, it's jarring to see how cheap the mouse is when unboxing. The graphite color of the case makes this a visually appealing machine, complemented by the dual-tone silver front plate. The bottom half of the front plate has a grid of holes, adding both airflow and a touch of simple design. Again, it's not flashy, but classy compared to many "gameified" machines. I also have an ASUS ROG PC, which features a huge glass "window" that lights up like the Fourth of July. This Dell machine has a small window, and the only thing that illuminates it is the GPU inside. There are no RGB lights in the tower or inside. This makes it ideal for those who turn the lights off by default, like I do most of the time. The front panel offers a range of input and output options. You get three USB-A ports that have a speed of 5 Gbps, plus a USB-C port that supports 10 Gbps. It also features a headphone jack and an SD card slot, both of which are handy. I love the numerous options available on the front. The way my tower is positioned, it's difficult for me to plug/unplug things from it. I tend to use wired headphones when editing, and I constantly switch between using them and not, so unplugging and plugging things in is imperative. On the back of the PC, you will find the usual ports, including one more USB-C port. This should meet your needs based on the peripherals and accessories you use. If your PC doesn't have a separate graphics card, it will also feature an HDMI 2.0 port and a USB-C Thunderbolt 4 port on the back. This lets you connect up to two 4K displays. Additionally, the device features four USB-A ports, an Ethernet jack, stereo audio ports, and a Kensington lock. What makes this PC especially great is that it easily connects to a VR setup. I have a PSVR2, with the proper PC adapter, and I was able to use it extremely easily. The performance was great too! I don't do a lot of VR gaming, but I love playing Grand Turismo or Forza with a wheel, which I'm looking forward to on this PC. I respect Dell's simple latch system for removing the computer's side panel. You just need to loosen one screw at the back, and then you can pop off the side panel. This makes it so much easier to dust. Other towers of mine have up to four tiny screws that need to be loosened before they can be slid off the panel. Inside, there is plenty of space. There are removable plastic brackets on both sides of the graphics card. The slim, 750-watt power supply is held in place by a metal bracket with two screws, but swapping out the graphics card is easy. You just need to pull down a metal latch and remove a small screw. The main benefit is that you can easily replace it with newer Nvidia graphics cards in the future. To prepare for upgrades, you can also opt for a 1,000-watt power supply for an additional $50. The included Nvidia RTX 5060 is a great graphics card. It has 8 GB of VRAM. This will suffice for most modern games in smooth Ultra graphics at 1080p, but as you increase resolution and frame rate, it'll struggle a bit. However, it is the quietest machine I've ever used, by far. I tried a few games to test it out. The first was Starfield, played on Ultra settings with 2K resolution, and I was surprised by how smooth it was. I played it for a while, and only heard the machine rev up for a few minutes of intense gameplay. That's impressive! The other game I tested was Mafia III, a relatively older title. Still, I maxed out the FPS and resolution, making it a fresh experience for me. I was happy with the performance. I have a gaming laptop for more graphics-intensive gaming, so I was pleased with this PC's performance capabilities. You won't purchase this machine if gaming is your top priority. This is more of a "work machine" with the added benefit of "play." It works very well for my semi-pro photography and video editing. It's smooth, speedy, and snappy, which instantly made it my favorite machine I own to work on. The Dell Tower Plus offers good performance for a PC at this price, making it a solid choice for work tasks. Although this computer isn't primarily designed for gaming, it can handle specific gaming tasks quite well. Designers, producers, video editors, and photographers will benefit from the strong combination of the RTX 5060 graphics card and the Core Ultra 265K processor.

This Dell Tower is whisper-quiet and an overall great choice for anyone looking for a well-rounded, powerful desktop. Power-wise: You’ll really love the Ultra 7 265. It’s one of Intel’s new Meteor Lake chips and it’s blazing fast, and designed specifically for on-device AI tasks. Windows 11 is geared heavily towards local AI features like Recall, which helps you locate documents or previous actions, and this chip is built exactly for that kind of work. It also runs at a surprisingly low wattage, which is a big part of why this system stays so quiet, as the fans have little work to do. Graphics-wise: The RTX 5060 is a solid midrange card and it’s seated in a PCIe 5.0 slot, meaning future GPU upgrades won’t be an issue. It features 8 GB of Samsung GDDR7 memory, though oddly, I couldn't find this important spec wasn’t listed anywhere by Dell. The card performs well, runs cool, and helps establish a great balanced computer that has good gaming capabilities. The tower also includes two expansion bays, accessible once you open the case. I do wish Dell had made these accessible from the top though, but a lot of cases don't do this anymore. Some oddities worth noting: First, the RTX 5060 driver wasn’t preinstalled. That surprised me, and I had to download the driver through the NVIDIA app before the GPU was even recognized. Second, the 32 GB of RAM comes as a single stick. That’s not ideal, because it forces the system into single-channel mode and effectively cuts memory bandwidth in half. RAM performs best in parallel, so two 16 GB sticks would have been a much better setup. On top of that, if the single stick ever fails, you don't have another stick to limp by with until you get a replacement. I’ll likely just replace it with two 32 GB sticks instead of trying to match Dell’s proprietary memory specs. One really smart design that surprised me when I opened this up is the GPU stabilizing bar. It prevents the graphics card from sagging, takes strain off the PCIe slot, and likely reduces the chance of damage during shipping. Every manufacturer should start doing this. Overall: This is a really well-built, quiet, and capable desktop. I may sound a little picky, but the RAM configuration genuinely limits performance compared to how it could have been designed. The good news is that Dell didn’t lock this system down so there’s plenty of room for upgrades, and the internals are easy to access. It’s a smart buy for anyone who wants a clean, quiet, and upgradable PC that’s ready for upcoming era of AI computing.

I wanna start by saying the 5060 in this system is surprisingly powerful! I went in thinking it would barely be able to play games, but I was wrong. I’m very impressed and I hate to give Nvidia credit but DLSS and Frame Gen are honestly super nice for single player games. Borderlands 4 I’m able to get 60 FPS with a mix of medium and low settings, but with all the handicaps, I’m able to get 90 FPS on High presets. This was with Frame Gen x2. I am using a ultrawide monitor at 3440x1440 resolution and I have been enjoying every game I threw at it; Borderlands 4, Battlefield 6, etc. As for the system itself, the design is pretty mundane which I think is the point. It’s not ugly, but it doesn’t have anything that makes it stand out. It’s a basic system. It has two rather large fans, one in the front and one in the back. The 5060 can get loud, but for the most part it’s pretty quiet. Everything about this desktop’s design is pretty boring which is a good thing if you’re wanting this in a professional environment. I wish this desktop had a more compact design or a more premium design. Maybe some faux wood accents or something like some of its competitors. Just a little something to make it more interesting from its design perspective. Upgradability on this particular unit is good for the most part. SSDs, RAM, and even the CPU cooler. All seems pretty standard, but the GPU is not that upgradable, mainly because the power supply is too small to handle anything major. Maybe a 5060 TI would be fine in this system. I contacted Dell on getting a higher rated power supply separately for the system, and they didn’t have it available at the momen… like it’s not even an option to purchase. So I imagine eventually you’ll be able to upgrade the PSU and then upgrade the GPU. But who knows if that’ll be worth it fiscally at that point. Using the desktop is nice. I really did enjoy it! The WiFi card on it performed extremely well. I was able to play GeForce Now exceptionally well on it. Better than I could on my tablet in the same place in my house. The latency felt better to me. Gaming natively on the machine also felt really good. I did have to debloat it a ton though. McAfee and other things aren’t needed and will annoy you eventually. The SSDs are pretty quick, but the boot up felt slower than it should. I’m hunching this is because it’s in single channel memory. There’s also Dell optimizations that are kind of take it or leave it, but I set mine to “Performance” and didn’t really feel much difference between setting Windows to Performance. So at the end of the day, you get a pretty good system that will blend into any environment with its non-offensive design that is pretty ordinary. Decently quiet, and a decent performer. I would assume anyone buying this will be pretty happy with it. Feedback for Dell would be to include a higher wattage power supply in this unit. I understand it costs more money, but it would give people an option to upgrade to a 5070 or 5080 if they wanted to later, providing even more value to this unit. That said, I’d still recommend it to potential buyers, but for my family I’d recommend getting the one with a bigger power supply!

I needed a desktop computer with a dedicated graphics card, that could do both work and lite gaming. It needed to be one of those computers that didn’t scream “Gaming PC” as it would be in a professional setting. So, I went to look at what Dell had and found the Tower Plus EBT2250 Desktop. Pros: - Simple Desktop Computer. - Plenty of power. - Upgradeable Storage and RAM. Cons: - Some Custom Parts makes upgrading difficult. - Lower Wattage PSU. - Small CPU Cooler. Setup: Dell makes desktop computer packaging simple and easy to unpack and get started. The desktop is well packaged with foam inserts that prevent damage in transit, while also keeping excessive packaging to a minimum. Included with the desktop is a basic wired mouse and keyboard, along with a power cable which allows you to get started right away. Specs & Upgradeability: For specs, Dell included an Intel Core Ultra 7 265 CPU which has 20 cores with 8 Performance cores and 12 Efficient cores. This CPU includes a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) with 13 TOPS of processing power. One of the best hardware decisions Dell made with this Tower Plus was to include 32GB of DDR5 RAM at 5200MT/s speed in a single stick configuration. This makes upgrading very straightforward and cost efficient. Instead of having to buy 2 sticks of 32GB to replace 2 sticks of 16GB, just buy 1 stick of 32GB RAM and add it. Love that forethought. For storage, a 1TB Gen 4 NVMe was included. I would have loved to see a Gen 5, but it would have greatly increased the cost while having little to no impact on performance. There is an additional empty Gen4 NVMe slot for expanded storage along with space and cables for 2x3.5in HDD with tool-less brackets. This again shows great forethought on the intended use of this desktop as a Business/Professional machine focused on cost to performance over pure performance. Being able to easily expand the storage is always a huge plus. Now for the downsides to the hardware decisions, the Graphics Card and Power Supply. The Nvidia RTX 5060 8GB will be the primary bottleneck of this configuration, as the bandwidth on this card is only 128 bit paired with only 8GB of VRAM. For a Business or Professional machine that might need to render or process 3D models frequently but not daily, this is perfect. For gaming at a resolution of 1080 this configuration works good with little to desire. But for resolutions of 2K and above, you will quickly start hitting issues with maintaining frame rates over 60FPS. Another design decision I’ve got a concern with is the custom power supply unit (PSU), which means if it ever (or when) it goes out, you cannot just swap it out with a standard PSU. The other concern here is that the PSU is only 460 Watts! That is almost 150 Watts under a normal non-custom build for the same hardware specifications. I know that Pre-Built Manufactures have a bit more efficiency built into their systems, but a 460 Watt PSU doesn’t give much headroom for future upgrades like a GPU or additional drives. I would have much preferred at least a 500 Watt or 600 Watt PSU to allow for an upgrade to the GPU to be included. Cooling: The overall case fan configuration is standard with one intake fan on the bottom front and an exhaust fan on the back top, optimizing the cool air in and hot air out flow. The only concern I’ve got is that the included Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is fitted with what looks like a smaller than stock CPU Heatsink and Fan! This might be because the CPU is limited based on the 460 Watt PSU, so it cannot quickly hit thermal limits due to less power being available but as this is an i7 I would have liked to see a bigger cooler and fan to help with cooling efficiency. Case & Connectivity: One of the best parts about the Dell Branded Desktops is that they’re simple and unassuming. Meaning, unlike the Alienware counterparts that scream GAMING PC, these Dell Desktops can respectfully sit on top of a desk in an office or professional workspace without drawing unnecessary attention. The case is simple and modern, plenty of ports to connect. On the Front, there is the Power Button, SD Card Reader, Headphone Combo Jack, 3xUSB-A 3.2 ports, and a USB-C 3.2. On the Backside there is an Optical Digital Audio port, Speaker and Microphone Jacks, HDMI (don’t use this one, use the ones on the GPU), and USB-C 3.2 with Power Delivery. Below that are 2xUSB-A 3.2 ports, 4xUSB-A 2.0 ports, and an 2.5Gb Ethernet port. For the Display connections on the GPU, the RTX 5060 model included has 1xHDMI 2.1b and 3xDisplayPort 2.1b, which means if you want to get the maximum bandwidth you will need an advanced cable. Except, the RTX 5060 will never hit the upper bands of the new HDMI 2.1b or DisplayPort 2.1b standards so you have nothing to worry about. Just use the cable that comes with your high refresh rate monitor, and you should be good. Performance: For everyday tasks, the Dell Tower Plus blew through every challenge with ease. Multiple tabs of an internet browser, multiple excel or word documents with PDFs was easy with the powerful CPU and 32GB of RAM. The only place I noticed performance lagging was in extremely demanding tasks like rendering video or 3D Models. As this machine was only using a 1080 resolution monitor, it was able to perform good, with some lag in opening big project files, it was able to churn along without grinding to a stop. I wouldn’t recommend this machine for those who want to run 2K+ above 60FPS, such as for gaming in 4K. I ran a PassMark Performance Test, which ranked the Dell Tower Plus with the RTX 5060 in the top 99 Percentile. This both makes sense and aligns with the machine running at 1080 resolution, it would do great as a basic 1080 gaming machine or professional machine. I also ran a few games of Fortnite, averaging 200+ FPS with lower settings and DLSS 4 on. This was using a high refresh rate Alienware monitor with a max frame rate of 320fps. This all aligned with my expectations. Conclusion: The Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 with the RTX 5060 is a great desktop option if you’re looking to work in 1080 resolution and need something with a bit more graphical power than integrated graphics without needing the higher resolutions. For basic tasks, this desktop can easily handle higher resolutions up to 4K with ease. If you’re looking for a budget 1080 resolution gaming machine and don’t plan to upgrade any parts beyond RAM or Storage, then this is a great option. But if you want to possibly upgrade the GPU in the future, I’d look for a desktop using more standard parts that can be swapped out.

After 3 Gaming Laptops I’m back to trying out a new dersktop. BTW this is mainly from a gaming aspect…. Normally I prefer to build my own but honestly haven’t had the time or desire to go through those steps this time around. Insert the Dell Tower Plus. It has all the speed and power I need in a gaming (and work) PC by far. In just a few seconds after you power it up it is ready to go and a snap to get set up. The boot up really is seconds. It has all the ports you’d need, from USB to the USB-C, as well as an SD card reader that I don’t need but do have some cards stored away that I’m curious whats on them. The NVIDIA GTX 5070 simply crushed with games. I’ve played a few games now including some VR ones. My Index hooked up fine and in just a little while after setting up SteamVR I was into Half-Life Alyx. At first the system crashed but after a few minutes I realized it was due to resolution scaling was set to high in the game. Once I lowered to 90% (Same thing I had to do with previous systems) it ran great and was visually stunning still. So for those of you with VR, you’re all set. I mainly play simulation games like City Skylines and Satisfactory but did fire up RE4 Remake and again it was solid. I did add an SSD drive (M.2) to have just for installing games. Took about 5 minutes and what I loved it the Motherboard had the screw on the MB. I say this as there have been times in the past the motherboard did not have the screw and I had to supply my own. Inside the case there is some good space for air flow. Not as much as I’m used to but that was when I had a full tower going with multiple fans running. I’ll definitely keep up on the temps and go from there but so far the testing I’ve done have shown to over heating issues. Bottom Line: It’s a very nice system all around. I'm very happy so far.

THIS… Is the Dell Tower Plus EBT2250, a medium form factor desktop with some really good specs: An intel ultra 7 265, 32gb of ram, an RTX 5060 and the promise that it will be upgradable. With the performance of now and the promise of tomorrow's upgradability, lets take a look and see how well Dell has crafted their Tower Plus. Out of the box, this is obviously an office pc with the included mouse and keyboard. The case is well done for what it is, with a metal frame and plastic where they can. There are a plethora of ports on the front of the case with 3 usb-a ports, a usb-c, headphone jack and a SD card slot to really open up the playbook on what you can do with this case. Turning to the backside, we have 6 more USB-A slots, a thunderbolt 4 and a gig ethernet port. Truly more than enough ports to start the party. Booting this PC up and putting it through the ringer shows me a few things, first, it really isn't that loud. But with only two fans, it also leaves some performance on the table. Seriously thought, there is one intake fan and one exhaust fan… this is almost a joke. My temps were always over 80c and when I was pushing this PC gaming it would frequent 90c on the CPU package. My computer not only thermal throttled once, but would do it several times in activities that pushed this machine to the max. The lack of proper airflow and a stock cpu cooler really put this PC in a bind thermally. The Dell Tower Plus is designed for a 65w cpu, which is the core ultra 7 265’s base power draw… this CPU can easily draw over 100w of power, and when it does it causes problems. Dell also limits the amount of power this CPU can draw to stave this off which is unacceptable. This is a $1500 pc with a generic cpu cooler?? When this pricepoint calls for a real tower air cooler or a water loop, I am left a bit dumbfounded by this choice. That being said, opening this case up shows just how upgradable this pc is and where dell really cut corners. First, this Tower Plus has one 5600mhz 32gb stick of ram vs two 16gb sticks which cuts your memory bandwidth in half. There are also not really any extra spots for more fans, and also not a SINGLE 4 pin power connector for one, meaning that you really can’t increase your intake or exhaust performance if you wanted to. The case is also so small that you will be limited on the air cooling towers you can fit in here. Continuing, this motherboard is so custom that I would be shocked if you could replace it with something non oem, meaning you are locked to this socket type without needing to get both a new case AND motherboard. Sure you have some spots for more storage and yes you can upgrade the CPU and ram… but long term this is really not an ‘upgradable’ system. Your thermal envelope really prevents you from upgrading your gpu as well. To wrap this up, this is the culmination of dells corner cutting… not advancements. I kept asking myself ‘What are we doing here’ time and time again and at a serious MSRP. For $1500 MSRP you can get a real computer that has everything this PC has without the corner cutting. From the single channel ram cutting your gaming performance by 10% or more to the thermal envelope keeping your cpu in a chokehold, this office pc is better suited for mild tasks and web surfing. This is all before I even mention the issues this will feed the GPU, meaning that the corner cutting is easily costing you deep into the double digit performance loss at a price that is higher than like spec builds. My next steps with this computer will be stripping it down and putting its parts in a new case with a new motherboard so that it can actually perform how it was intended to. Dell has continued to put its foot in its mouth, with small dollar corner cutting costing this big dollar computer its edge… and inevitably my recommendation. In its current state, I recommend going to another brand that takes more pride in its product than what I am witnessing here from dell. Until next time :)

Specs alone don’t shine a light on just how good the EBT2250 Tower Plus is. Sure, the specs are great with a 1TB SSD and 32 Gb of RAM out of the box with a high-end video setup, but to really appreciate this machine you need to see it inside. I honestly thought they stopped making towers like this a while ago; these days everything is locked down and designed to be replaced rather than upgraded. But the EBT2250 practically begs you to open it up and get to work; there’s an available RAM slot, an open full size SSD slot as well as TWO 3.5-inch HDD bays with an ingenious toolless mounting system…as well as enough room to get at all of it! This desktop is built like a server; made to run hard and long term reliably. Internal wiring is well managed and stays out of the way of the air flow. And while the EBT2250 has some powerful and well-placed fans, they were never loud or obnoxious even at start up or while stress testing the unit. The EBT2250 is a shapeshifter of a PC; it could easily be work horse that doubles as a great gamer desktop. For creatives, especially those doing high end graphics processing, it can handle complex effects and filters as well as any AI tasks thanks to its separate GPU and NPU design. It could even be a very cost effective small/home office server with plenty of room for growth. In fact, I find it hard to think of a role where it wouldn’t excel. The build quality reminded me of the early days of my IT career when I marveled at how well designed and put together the smaller servers that I worked on were. There was a good ROI on those units, and they were easily maintained and upgraded. Like I said before, I really thought those days were over, but Dell has really impressed me with this desktop, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who needs a PC for the long term. I think it’s an incredible value for the price and Dell has always been a great brand.

The Dell EBT2250 is a powerful PC, whether it be for gaming, video editing, or work/business. To me, it's a powerful gaming PC in a business suit. Just by looking at it, it's unassuming, not your typical gaming rig, but once you power it up and start playing games, you quickly realize it's capabilities. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a very powerful CPU that can easily handle daily tasks like browsing and YouTube, but really shines when playing games. You don't have to worry about this CPU being a bottleneck, even if you upgrade the GPU. On top of that, it runs cool and quiet. The RTX 5060 is excellent at handling games at 1080p at high/max settings. This GPU is also very good at 1440p at medium to high settings. One limiting factor is the 8GB of VRAM, but overall, very capable of playing the latest games with ease. The case layout is very interesting. It looks normal from the outside, but once you open it up you see a non traditional layout. I'm assuming it's for airflow and heat control. Whatever the reason, I will say that this PC runs cool, and very quiet. The side cover comes off easily, and you have plenty of access to the internals of the case. There are two empty mechanical hard drive bays, two m.2 SSD locations, on already occupied with a 1TB SDD. It comes with one 32GB of RAM and an open slot to add another. Personally I will most likely replace it with a 2x16GB kit (32GB) kit to activate dual channel mode to get better performance out of the RAM. The PC also comes with a keyboard and mouse, so you're all set to go out of the box, but it's very basic stuff that you're going to want to replace immediately, especially if you're serious about gaming. The keyboard is actually quite functional and will get the job done, but the mouse is terrible, and I would recommend not even bothering with it. Overall it's an excellent PC with plenty of room to grow.

The Dell Tower Plus is a good all all-rounder with a few hiccups. First, this is not going to be a desktop you buy and upgrade components. You just need another stick of RAM and another SSD! So for the PC enthusiast this isn't for you. The PSU is a weak point for this unit. Also, the motherboard is tailored to this Dell Design. Outside of that, if you want a solid all around desktop, this is not bad. Pros Thunderbolt 4 SD Card Slot Latest Nvidia 5000 Series Card Plenty of USB Ports Quiet Latest Intel CPU Amazing at Single Core Task Cons Weak PSU Proprietary Parts 8GB of Video Memory McAfee Bloatware Installed Weak CPU Fan/Cooler I had no problems plugging my 2k OLED monitor with the desktop. The desktop performed basic task like checking emails, watching videos, and browsing. The CPU only pulling 65 Watts, I think this is a good all around device. If anyone wants to dip their toes into content creation. This would be a good start. You're getting a good CPU and a starter GPU. You also get 32GB of RAM. You can even game at 1080P on most modern titles. A good all all-rounder. Not to mention it was quiet. The 5060 may not perform as good for gaming. It will do well for video editing, rendering video, and content creation. Just uninstall McAfee!

This Dell Tower Plus series a fully customizable system from a standard office use machine to a gaming powerhouse. The system tested was built as a powerhouse for gaming, audio/video, CAD, and still has room to excel through additional customization and configurations. It runs quietly while taking a large step back in case design; minimalist looks. One pitfall with this as shipped is the basic keyboard and mouse included with the system. System tested as noted earlier in its design was as follows: Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Desktop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265, Pre-Installed 32GB DDR5 RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 1TB SSD, Silver/Black. The system board has 2 (M.2, PCIe NVMe) SSD slots, one of which is used by the 1TB SSD. 2 DDR5 RAM slots with a single 32GB stick using one of the slots. This allows you to expand your RAM up to 64GB. There’s also two HDD expansion slots. There is plenty of room for changes/up, while having the latest generation of WiFi 7 built into it and This is a great initial buy to have a system that has hidden power with the option to expand and upgrade as you see fit over time. Overall a budget friendly buy into a machine for productivity or gaming with expansion options.

Been putting this system through its paces and it’s a very well put together gaming machine. The 5060 is similar to my prior 3070 but with much better power usage. Overall the fans are whisper quiet when handling normal computing duties. They can get quite loud when gaming in 4k as they spin up like turbines but placing the machine underneath my desk kept it from being too bothersome. Gaming performance is phenomenal as expected with the latest Intel processor, 32gb of RAM, and the aforementioned 5060. I has no issue playing Battlefield, Arc Raiders, and other newer games. I did prefer to game on my 2k screen for higher total fps but that’s the standard tradeoff versus trying to game in 4k. Overall setup is unobtrusive, no crazy lighting enabled to start so you get a fairly run of the mill case. Air flow seems to be sufficient as I didn’t notice any hot spots when the fan was running full bore. Connection options on the back were plentiful and I’ve included a photo of the back side to show those.

Highlights: * Plenty of ports on the front and rear * SD card slot on the front * Good wireless connectivity * Nice graphics card * Easy to access interior * Easy to upgrade with more storage (another SSD or add 2 HDD), more memory, etc. * Includes basic wired keyboard and mouse to get you started Items to consider: * Storage access icon is on the rear only and may be annoying in dim rooms * Latch used to unlock side door is not obvious that it’s a pull to access * Included keyboard and mouse are very cheap and worthy of quick replacement * No front-accessible drive bays (for removable media drives, etc.) Many people are probably leaning towards laptops, tablets and maybe even their phones as their primary “computer” these days. These all have a place, but the desktop computer is still much more flexible and easier to improve and expand over time. This Dell desktop PC is nothing terribly special; you can almost think of it as the beige desktop computer reimagined for 2025. The overall style is clean and the case is easy to get into but is there is nothing super fancy… just a good all-around PC. Out of the box it has some pretty good specs with the flexibility to grow with your needs. There are plenty of USB ports on the front (3x A and 1x C) and plus a Thunderbolt 4 port on the back for your peripherals. The discrete graphics card will support all but the most complex games and has several monitor connections (HDMI and DisplayPort). The provided wired USB keyboard and mouse will get you started out of the box, but I would highly recommend replacing them with either gaming versions or wireless (bluetooth) models at your earliest convenience. On the front of the case is a full-size SD card reader (compatible with microSD via converters), 3x SuperSpeed USB-A ports, one USB-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The power button has a really nice feeling and takes a deliberate press to activate. On the rear are tons of ports including a Toslink (optical) audio output port, 3.5mm wired audio in and out, an HDMI, a Thunderbolt 4, an Ethernet and 6x USB-A ports. The installed graphics card is what I’d call a mid-to-high level card. It’s not super fancy, but it should support all but the most strenuous gaming. It has a single HDMI and 3 DisplayPort ports for your viewing needs. For those with the infrastructure, the built-in 2.5 gigabit ethernet port will provide robust and stable networking over a wire. If you don’t have that, there is built-in WiFi 7. Of course Bluetooth is built-in for keyboards, mice, headphones, etc.. Desktop PCs used to have drive-access LEDs on the front so you could monitor when storage was being read or written. This PC has kept that functionality, but moved it to the back panel. I’m not sure I like there as most people don’t have easy access to the back of their desktop computers after they’ve been set up. Not a huge deal, but worth mentioning for those interested. When you do need more capability (storage, memory, etc), just pull the easy latch on the back to release the side door and you now have access to the entire guts of the computer. On the inside of the removable door is a label with instructions for the things you can upgrade or replace inside the case. From here, you can supplement or replace the 32GB memory (2 slots are available but one is occupied already), add another SSD drive for more than the included 1TB SSD storage (2 spots are available but one is occupied already), or add up to two hard drives if your storage needs require the capacity-to-cost value of spinning media. You can also add another PCIe expansion card if needed. There are no front-accessible drive bays so anything like that will need to be externally-connected. The provided Windows 11 software is as expected with nothing special for gaming or productivity aside from the usual trial software. Dell has always made it easy to register the purchase and warranty of their computers during setup and this one is no different. If you do need the unit’s specific numbers for warranty or troubleshooting, it’s also on a convenient sticker on the top near the front so you don’t need to scrounge around the back. While this isn’t the epitome of a gaming PC or expansion capability, it should meet the needs of all but the most extreme enthusiast, and be upgradable for years of use.

The Dell - Tower Plus EBT2250 Desktop is a large and imposing machine. It ships with a wired optical mouse and slim wired keyboard. After unboxing, I connected it to a 40-inch OLED gaming monitor using a DisplayPort cable. This PC has plenty of horsepower under the hood courtesy of an Intel Core Ultra 7 265 CPU, 32GB of DDR5 5200Mhz RAM, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU and 1TB M.2 storage. It takes up a sizeable footprint, so I set it up on a dedicated stand next to my desk. Front panel ports include three USB-A and one USB-C style super speed ports, one 3.5mm audio port and one standard size SD card reader port. Rear ports include six USB-A style ports, one USB-C style Thunderbolt 4 port, two audio ports, one optical port, two HDMI ports, one ethernet port, and three DisplayPort(s). One of the HDMI ports and the Thunderbolt USB-C port are on the motherboard rather than the GPU, so I don’t currently use those for video output. The machine has all the ports I personally require. Opening the removable left side panel to access the inside of the case is super easy. I unscrew the retaining screw in the rear latch and pull the latch back which causes the panel to pop off and allow access to the inside for upgrades and maintenance. I like the understated conservative case styling. It can fit any office décor yet still has attractive symmetrical lines that give it personality. It looks nice among my other home office tech. It may seem like a business-oriented machine in appearance, but it easily rivals the gaming performance of many gaming desktops. The EBT2250 ships with Windows 11 Home. There isn’t much preinstalled bloatware. The only preinstalled apps that I had zero interest in and uninstalled were McAfee Security and the alternate language versions of Microsoft Office. There are some Dell management apps also preinstalled, but I find those helpful for software updates and troubleshooting when needed. Performance was as expected. The machine flies through desktop tasks and media editing with ease. I can run all my office and media editing apps without issue. The wireless radios are both solid performers. The Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 is fast and maintains a reliable connection to my wireless router even through walls several rooms away. I also have no connectivity issues with Bluetooth when using my Bluetooth keyboard, mouse, and game controller. Gaming performance is excellent. This Dell is a robust gamer that can handle my entire Steam and Xbox library. The first AAA gaming title I played launched in extreme mode based on the game’s auto benchmarking of my graphics capability. I ran a manual benchmark which again suggested a preferred graphics preset of extreme at 60fps. I dialed it down a bit to a mixture of high and ultra settings for higher framerates and less chance of encountering any instability. That allowed me to easily hit over 100fps with no noticeable slowdown or dropped frames. I also made some additional changes, like enabling v-sync to get rid of screen tearing. Effects like ray tracing look beautiful with excellently rendered reflections, shadows, and particle effects. HDR performance was the only disappointing feature. It oddly seems washed out and dull compared to the more vivid picture displayed when it is disabled. Eventually I’ll likely try another monitor just to determine whether the disappointing HDR is due to the PC or the monitor. But for the record, I also have a console connected to the monitor and HDR has always looked fine from that as well as other sources on the same monitor. The desktop runs surprisingly quiet during gaming. I kept waiting for the fans to ramp up and reach annoyingly loud sound levels like my previous gaming desktop, but they have not yet done so. I don’t know whether there’s another shoe yet to drop with fan noise, but I’ve played a few resource intensive games for several consecutive hours on multiple occasions, and the fans have never gotten excessively loud. Despite the low fan noise gaming performance was consistently smooth and the desktop chassis remained relatively cool to the touch. I initially feared the 460-watt power supply might be underpowered and not future proof enough, but it has not had any problems providing ample power for lengthy gaming sessions and desktop power use so far. In the hopefully unlikely event it ever does become an issue, at least a higher wattage PSU is thankfully one of the cheaper and easier components to upgrade. The EBT2250 is a strong performing desktop and gaming PC. Performance is excellent, and it can easily hang in there with similarly spec’d gaming machines. This desktop has more than enough power to satisfy all but the most framerate obsessed hardcore gamers. It is a strong multi-purpose machine that effortlessly handles all my desktop computing needs, whether it’s playing AAA games or editing complex spreadsheets.

The Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Desktop is an outstanding balance of power, speed, and reliability. From the moment I powered it on, I was impressed by how quickly it booted and how effortlessly it handled multiple demanding applications at once. The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 processor and 32GB of memory delivers exceptional performance for both productivity and entertainment. Whether I’m working on detailed graphics, editing videos, or running virtual machines, everything flows seamlessly without any lag or hesitation. The inclusion of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card takes this system to another level. It’s perfect for gaming, creative design, and even AI-assisted tasks. The visual output is crisp, detailed, and vibrant, with smooth frame rates across every title I’ve tested. The 1TB SSD provides ample storage and lightning-fast access to files, making application launches and file transfers nearly instantaneous. I also appreciate the thoughtful design and quiet operation. Despite its power, the Tower Plus runs whisper-quiet, even under heavy load. The cooling system is efficient, keeping internal components cool without generating distracting noise. The matte black finish gives it a clean, professional look that fits perfectly in both office and home setups. Connectivity is another strong point — plenty of USB ports, HDMI options, and easy access for upgrades. Dell clearly thought ahead for users who like flexibility and long-term value. Overall, the Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 exceeds expectations in every way. It’s fast, powerful, reliable, and beautifully designed. Whether you’re a professional creator, gamer, or multitasker, this desktop is built to perform. I couldn’t be happier with the purchase — it’s easily one of the best systems I’ve owned and an investment that’s ready for the future.

Excellent computer with a fast processor. Plenty of ports. Lots of room for expansion. Also like the fact that there was minimal bloatware pre installed

Very pleased with the purchase. The processor, RAM and graphics card combo included in the system are more than sufficient for my current needs. The 1TB Solid State Drive provides lots of space for storage. The case has lots of room for future expansion.

Super fast. Super intuitive. I was a little apprehensive about Windows 11, but have successfully pinned everything to the start menu for easy access. This machine is stunning. Very quiet. Blinding speed. Highly recommend.

Nice computer, had a few glitches when we first transferred files and started up for the first time. It seems that some of the drivers were outdated (How can this happen with a brand-new computer?) Once we got those problems fixed, it has been great. It's very fast and the graphics with the Nvidia RTX5060 are outstanding.

So far so good. I wanted a computer that was capable of playing newer games at at least the minimum requirements and doing some light video editing but don't like the RGB Fish Tank look of most gaming desktops. It is fast and according to Can I Run It it meets the minimum requirements for every current game and can run 98% of games at recommended level.

Fantastic pc- all the latest and greatest features - fast and responsive- good graphics card- easy setup - couldn't be happier with purchase