DELL
DELL QCS1250 SFF Desktop PC Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 32GB 2TB NVMe
A compact business desktop with a 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 32 GB DDR5 memory and a 2 TB NVMe drive, ready for Windows 11 Pro workloads
- Release Year2025
- Form FactorSmall Form Factor
- ColorBlack
- ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 265K
- Processor Main Features64 bit 20-Core Processor
- Cache Per Processor30MB
- 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 265K up to 5.5 GHz for heavy workloads
- 13 TOPS NPU accelerates on-device AI tasks
- 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz and 2 TB NVMe for fast multitasking
- Small 95 mm wide chassis saves desk space
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a drive two 4K displays
Compact business desktop with AI-capable processor
The Dell QCS1250 small-form-factor system ships with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265K processor that delivers 20 cores and a 5.5 GHz turbo frequency. Its integrated 13 TOPS NPU accelerates on-device AI workloads while Windows 11 Pro provides the enterprise management features IT teams expect. The 32 GB DDR5 memory and 2 TB NVMe storage handle multi-tasking and local data sets without bottlenecks. Buyers who need discrete graphics or additional internal drive bays should look elsewhere.
Thermals and power in daily workloads
The 11.95-inch tall, 3.74-inch wide chassis uses a 45 W thermal design suited to sustained office productivity rather than continuous heavy compute. Under typical document, browser and video-conferencing loads the fan remains audible but not intrusive, and power draw stays well below the supply rating. No liquid-cooling loop or oversized heatsink is present, so extended compilation or rendering sessions will trigger throttling sooner than on a tower workstation.
Included peripherals and software impact
A wired USB keyboard KB216 and matching mouse arrive in the box, eliminating the need for separate accessory orders during fleet roll-outs. Windows 11 Pro is pre-activated with Dell recovery media, so re-imaging or clean installs proceed without licence hassles. The single HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a outputs drive two external displays directly, while the front USB-C and rear USB-A ports cover modern and legacy peripherals alike.
Highlights
- 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 265K up to 5.5 GHz for heavy workloads
- 13 TOPS NPU accelerates on-device AI tasks
- 32 GB DDR5 5600 MHz and 2 TB NVMe for fast multitasking
- Small 95 mm wide chassis saves desk space
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a drive two 4K displays
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | QCS1250 |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor |
| Color | Black |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K |
| Processor Main Features | 64 bit 20-Core Processor |
| Cache Per Processor | 30MB |
| Memory | 32GB |
| Storage | 2TB NVMe SSD |
| Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Monitor | Monitor not included |
| Keyboard | Keyboard |
| Mouse | Mouse |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Windows 11 | Ready |
| CPU Type | Ultra 7 |
| Installed Qty | Business, Education |
| CPU Name | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 1851 |
| GPU/VGA Type | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Graphics Card | Intel Graphics |
| Graphics Interface | Integrated |
| Virtual Reality Ready | No |
| Memory Capacity | 32GB |
| Memory Speed | DDR5 5600 |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 128GB |
| SSD | 2TB |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Front USB | 4 |
| Video Ports | 1× HDMI 2.1 (TMDS), 1× DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR3) |
| Rear USB | 4 |
| RJ45 | 1 |
| Keyboard Type | Wired Keyboard |
| Mouse Type | Wired Mouse |
| Package Type | Retail |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 2TB NVMe SSD into the QCS1250, and which step is often missed?
Open the SFF chassis, insert the M.2 drive into the motherboard slot at a 30-degree angle, secure it with the retention screw, then enable the NVMe boot option in UEFI — the step most people skip.
What maintenance will the 32GB DDR5 5600 MHz memory need over time?
No scheduled maintenance is required for the DDR5 modules; keep the interior dust-free so the CPU cooler can maintain the 5.5 GHz turbo headroom.
Which limit appears first when the Core Ultra 7 265K runs sustained loads in this 95 mm wide chassis?
The small-form-factor thermal envelope throttles the 20-core processor before the 30MB cache or 13 TOPS NPU hit their own ceilings.
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