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Apple Mac Studio (2026) vs Dell Tower Plus
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87 of 152 fields differ
- 35 different values
- 52 known for one only
- 9 the same
- 56 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 76 desktop PCs.
- User-facing USB portsA: 2B: 4Dell has 2 more.
- Max RAMA: 36GBB: 64GBDell is 28 GB higher.
- Rear USB portsA: 6B: 7Dell has 1 more.
- RAMA: 36GBB: 32GBApple is 4 GB higher.
- CPU coresA: 18B: 20Dell has 2 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 197 × 95 mm
- BDell: 173 × 372.9 mm
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General
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Series
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Model numbers
A3545, MHL64LL/A, MHL64ZD/A4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026The US store names MHL64LL/A for the exact 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU base configuration.5Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026The German store names MHL64ZD/A for the exact 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU base configuration.6Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026ENERGY STAR record 4693498 identifies the exact 36 GB M5 Max configuration and model A3545. It lists UPCs 195951078564 and 195951078717, rated internal PSU output 480 W, TEC 24.7 kWh and macOS 27.0. The separate 128 GB record with TEC 26.2 kWh is excluded. The record does not map each UPC to a regional store part.
EBT2250, D30M, D30M0062Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/dell-desktop-computers/spd/delltowerplusebt2250Read 30 September 2026Model EBT2250, Graphite and Platinum, Tower Plus 27.1 L, 173 W x 372.9 H x 426.9 D mm. Two DDR5 slots, max 64 GB. Front: 3 USB-A 5 Gbps, 1 USB-C 10 Gbps, headset and SD. Rear: 4 USB 2.0 Type-A, 2 USB-A 5 Gbps, TB4 USB-C 40 Gbps, HDMI 2.0, 2.5 GbE, 2 audio and S/PDIF. BE200 Wi-Fi 7 and BT 5.4. The current listed OS is Windows. Current fixed builds use CPU 265 (not K) and do not verify the exact reference status, bundle or PSU. Scope: shared EBT2250 platform. The exact reviewed GPU outputs are unknown.9Regulatory filingdl.dell.com/RDOC/Dell%20%20Dell%20Tower%20Plus%20EBT2250%20D30M%20D30M006%20DELL%20Regulatory%20and%20Environmental%20Datasheet%20en-us.pdfRead 7 October 2026First page identifies EBT2250, regulatory model D30M, regulatory type D30M006. The document applies to products using the assigned regulatory model and type.
GTIN / EAN
195951078564, 1959510787176Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026
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Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)2Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-introduces-new-mac-studio-with-m5-max-and-m5-ultraRead 10 October 2026The GPU is up to 50 percent faster than the previous generation. Workload claims compare against Mac Studio with M1 Max and M4 Max, for example 3.9x faster than M4 Max in LM Studio.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
US, DE4Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026Exact current regional store selection has the retained 18 CPU / 32 GPU / 36 GB / 512 GB reference. US MHL64LL/A and German MHL64ZD/A are both already represented by variant rows. Base market list collects those proved regions only.5Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-mac/mac-studioRead 30 September 2026Exact current regional store selection has the retained 18 CPU / 32 GPU / 36 GB / 512 GB reference. US MHL64LL/A and German MHL64ZD/A are both already represented by variant rows. Base market list collects those proved regions only.
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Colours
Segment
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Form factor
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Tower (size tier not specified)2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/dell-desktop-computers/spd/delltowerplusebt2250Read 30 September 2026
Case
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Case dimensions
Width197Height95Depth197mm(7.8 × 3.7 × 7.8 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026
Width173Height372.9Depth426.9mm(6.8 × 14.7 × 16.8 in)2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/dell-desktop-computers/spd/delltowerplusebt2250Read 30 September 2026
Case volume
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Case model
Apple housing 923-152829Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127342Read 10 October 2026Exploded view row 39 lists Housing 923-15282 for both M5 Max and M5 Ultra. This is the maker part number, not a retail case name.
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Case materials
Side panel
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Front panel
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Tool-less side panel
Yes10Maker spec sheet (PDF)2beshop.com/images/products/pdf/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-desktop-spec-sheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 1 calls entry tool-less. Owner manual requires loosening the captive latch retention screw first, then pulling the release latch by hand. True follows the schema definition after a security or retention screw is released.11Owner's manualjarcomputers.com/images/custom/docs/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-owners-manual-en-us-1762903607.pdfRead 7 October 2026January 2025 Rev. A01, Removing the left-side cover: loosen captive screw securing cover latch, then pull release latch and lift cover. Retention screw is the stated prerequisite.
VESA mount
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Display
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Screen size
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Native resolution
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Panel type
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Max refresh rate
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Touchscreen
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Motherboard
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Motherboard
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Chipset
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Motherboard form factor
CPU socket
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Expansion slots
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
Not availableBDell Tower Plus
| Mechanical slot type | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | 1 | Yes |
| PCIe x4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | Not available |
| M.2 E-key | Not available | Not available | 1 | Yes |
PCIe x16 slots
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1
Free expansion slots
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Fan headers
Overclocking in BIOS
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Processor codename
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Core configuration
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Core type | Count | Core |
|---|---|---|
| Super | 6 | Super |
| Performance | 12 | Performance |
BDell Tower Plus
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | 3.9 | 5.4 |
| Efficiency | 12 | 3.3 | 4.6 |
CPU cores
18
20
Performance cores
12
8
Efficiency cores
0
12
Threads
Max core turbo clock
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5.4GHz
L3 cache
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CPU core process node
CPU base power (chip rating)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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Unlocked multiplier
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NPU performance
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Cooling
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CPU cooler
CPU cooler model
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Radiator size
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Radiator position
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Case fans
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Fan rotors |
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| 2 |
Source9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127342Read 10 October 2026Exploded view row 38 lists one Fan 923-15290 for both chips. The Fan procedure (127361) disconnects two fan flex cables from two connectors. The spec database entry lists 2 fans.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127361Read 10 October 2026Removal steps peel back the tabs of two fan flex cables and unlock two fan connectors, then lift one fan off the thermal module.19Spec databasehmc-tech.com/desktops/mac-studio-m5-max-mid-2026Read 10 October 2026Enclosure table lists Fans: 2.
BDell Tower Plus
| Position | Fan rotors |
|---|---|
| Front | 1 |
| Rear | 1 |
Number of case fans
2
2
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
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GPU brand
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Graphics card
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VRAM
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VRAM type
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GPU board power
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GPU boost clock
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Graphics card length
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Graphics card thickness
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GPU power connector
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Configured RAM speed
Rated kit speed
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Memory kit
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RAM upgrade
Integrated into chip package6Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026Record 4693498 Mac Studio (M5 Max) A3545 for the 36 GB configuration lists 0 DIMMs.18Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/mac-studio/specs/mac-studio-m5-max-18-core-cpu-32-core-gpu-2026-specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Memory details say there are no RAM slots, the 36 GB is unified onboard memory and it cannot be upgraded later.
Memory slots
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
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| Slot | Count |
|---|---|
| DIMM | 2 |
RAM slots
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2
Free RAM slots
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Max RAM for this CPU and GPU
ECC memory
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Storage
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Storage
512GB
1TB
Installed drives
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Capacity (GB) | Type | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| 512 | NVMe SSD | APPLE SSD AP0512Z |
Source1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 202613Reviewmacotakara.jp/macintosh/entry-51866.htmlRead 10 October 2026Exact 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36 GB and 512 GB System Information paragraph names APPLE SSD AP0512Z. Capacity follows the maker 512 GB value, not formatted 483 GB. Withdrawn PCIe Gen6 claims are not stored.16Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997674-REG/apple_mhl64ll_a_mac_studio_m5_max.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact MHL64LL/A 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36 GB and 512 GB table lists one integrated 512 GB NVMe SSD. PCIe generation remains omitted because no current maker source resolves the withdrawn Gen6 claim.
BDell Tower Plus
| Capacity (GB) | Type | PCIe generation |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | NVMe SSD | 4 |
Storage slots and bays
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
Not availableBDell Tower Plus
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | No |
| 3.5-inch bay | SATA | Not available | Not available | 2 | No |
M.2 slots
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2
Free M.2 slots
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1
Free drive bays
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2
Fastest storage-slot PCIe generation
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4
Power supply
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PSU rated output
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PSU form factor
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PSU efficiency
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Modular cables
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PSU model
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ATX version
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Native 12V-2x6 cable
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Ports
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User-facing I/O position
User-facing ports
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Not available | 2 | 10 |
| SD card | SDXC UHS-II | 1 | Not available |
BDell Tower Plus
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Power out (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 3 | 5 | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | 15 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| SD card | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available |
Source2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/dell-desktop-computers/spd/delltowerplusebt2250Read 30 September 202611Owner's manualjarcomputers.com/images/custom/docs/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-owners-manual-en-us-1762903607.pdfRead 7 October 2026Front USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 PowerShare description states up to 15 W power output. Applies to that one front connector only.
Rear ports
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 5 | 4 | 120 | Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 3 | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 10Gb Ethernet | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | High-impedance headphone support | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BDell Tower Plus
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 4 | 1 | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes | Motherboard |
| HDMI | 2.0 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| DisplayPort | 2.1 | 3 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Graphics card |
| HDMI | 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Graphics card |
Source2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/dell-desktop-computers/spd/delltowerplusebt2250Read 30 September 202613Owner's manualdell.com/support/manuals/en-us/dell-ebt2250-desktop/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-owners-manual/videoRead 7 October 2026Current Dell owner manual Video table, RTX 5070 row: three DisplayPort 2.1 and one HDMI 2.1. These four physical GPU outputs are additional to existing motherboard HDMI and Thunderbolt connectors. The table does not specify suffix 2.1b or connector power.
User-facing USB ports
2
4
User-facing USB-C ports
2
1
Rear USB ports
6
7
Thunderbolt
Yes
Yes
Ethernet speed
10Gbps
2.5Gbps
Discrete GPU output ports
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4
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Wi-Fi module
Wi-Fi antenna
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Bluetooth
Ethernet controller
Camera and audio
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Webcam
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Built-in speaker drivers
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Total speaker power
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Microphones
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Audio features
High-impedance headphone support on the 3.5 mm jack, Multichannel audio output over HDMI1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026Audio section lists a built-in speaker, a 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones, and an HDMI port that supports multichannel audio output.
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Lighting
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RGB lighting
Lit parts
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Lighting standard
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Lighting software
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Software
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Operating system
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OS family
Upgradeability
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Proprietary parts
Motherboard, PSU, Case, Fan connectors, Drive mounts9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127342Read 10 October 2026Logic board (661-63335 for the 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU and 36 GB model), power supply 661-50886, housing, fan on locking flex connectors and SSD modules (661-63353 for 512 GB) are all ordered as Apple assemblies.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127361Read 10 October 2026Fan flex cables sit in locking-lever connectors on the logic board. This differs from ordinary 3-pin or 4-pin PC fan headers.
Max graphics card length
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Max CPU cooler height
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Warranty kept after upgrade
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench single-core
Geekbench multi-core
3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
AApple Mac Studio (2026)
Not availableBDell Tower Plus
| Game | Width (px) | Height (px) | Preset | Average FPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assassin's Creed Shadows | 1920 | 1080 | Ultra | 54 |
| Assassin's Creed Shadows | 3840 | 2160 | Ultra | 32 |
| Black Myth: Wukong | 1920 | 1080 | Ultra | 50 |
| Black Myth: Wukong | 3840 | 2160 | Ultra | 25 |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1920 | 1080 | Ultra | 68.4 |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 3840 | 2160 | Ultra | 19.4 |
Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per load
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Highest measured fan noise
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Measured fan noise at idle
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured power
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Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Power draw sleep or off
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Certifications
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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Mac Studio, Power cord1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-studio/specsRead 10 October 2026
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Included extras
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Warranty service
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
2beshop.com/images/products/pdf/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-desktop-spec-sheet.pdf10Maker spec sheet (PDF)2beshop.com/images/products/pdf/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-desktop-spec-sheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Original Dell-authored four-page EBT2250 sheet on a public retailer mirror. Original delltechnologies asset URL returns 404.
Manual
support.apple.com/en-us/1273398Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127339Read 7 October 2026Official Mac Studio M5 Max or M5 Ultra Repair Manual, published 21 September 2026. Its parts table identifies the exact 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU and 36 GB board.
www.dell.com/support/manuals/en-us/dell-ebt2250-desktop/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-owners-manual/video3Maker product pagemanualslib.com/manual/3786318/Dell-Tower-Plus-Ebt2250.htmlRead 30 September 2026Jan 2025 Rev A01 Owner Manual. P18 memory table: two DIMMs. The reviewed 32 GB could be 1 x 32 or 2 x 16, so occupancy and module capacity are unknown. Scope: exact configuration.14Owner's manualdell.com/support/manuals/en-us/dell-ebt2250-desktop/dell-tower-plus-ebt2250-owners-manual/videoRead 7 October 2026Official current Dell owner-manual HTML, with full contents and PDF link. Direct current dl.dell.com PDF download returned 403, so this publicly readable maker manual page is retained.
EPREL registration number
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