Dell Pro Tower Essential QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB – Core Ultra 5 225 with 13 TOPS NPU, 16GB DDR5 5600, 512GB NVMe SSD, DOS (No Windows), Arabic Keyboard & Mouse

The Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB is the Dell Pro Tower Essential QVT1260 built around Intel’s Core Ultra 5 225, a desktop processor with a built-in NPU for AI tasks, together with 16 GB of DDR5 5600 memory and a 512 GB NVMe SSD. It comes with DOS, meaning no Windows licence is installed, and includes a Dell KB216 wired keyboard with English and Arabic keys and a Dell MS116 wired optical mouse. It is a current-generation office tower for people who want newer silicon and enough memory for a full working day of apps.

Who Should Buy the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB

This configuration fits small offices, clinics, travel agencies, schools and home users who run several everyday programs together: email, a browser full of tabs, video meetings, PDF tools and spreadsheets. The Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB has enough memory that Windows 11, a meeting app and a browser can stay open without the slowdown that 8 GB machines show. It also suits buyers who want a newer platform: Intel launched the Core Ultra 5 225 in the first quarter of 2025, and it belongs to the Core Ultra 200S family.

Core Ultra 5 225 and Its NPU in the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB

Intel’s specification page lists the Core Ultra 5 225 with 10 cores (6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores), 10 threads, up to 4.9 GHz and 20 MB of cache. Base power is 65 W and maximum turbo power is 121 W, which keeps power draw moderate for a desktop. The chip includes Intel AI Boost, an NPU rated at up to 13 TOPS (INT8), and Intel rates the whole processor at up to 23 TOPS. Software has to support the NPU to use it, for example some video-call effects and AI features in newer apps; regular office work runs on the CPU cores as usual. Graphics come from the integrated Intel Graphics with 2 Xe-cores, suitable for office work, video and two displays.

16 GB on the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB and How to Upgrade

Dell equips the QVT1260 with two UDIMM DDR5 slots and supports 8 GB to 64 GB, with 8, 16 or 32 GB per slot. Dell lists 16 GB as either one 16 GB module (single-channel) or two 8 GB modules (dual-channel). The supplier does not say which one this unit uses, so check the slots before buying. With a single 16 GB module, a matching second 16 GB module gives 32 GB in dual-channel. With two 8 GB modules, the step to 32 GB means replacing both with 16 GB modules. The top limit is 64 GB as 2 × 32 GB. Intel lists the Core Ultra 5 225 with DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s; the installed memory is DDR5 5600, and matching 5600 modules are the safe choice for upgrades.

Expansion and Ports on the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB

Dell’s manual lists one full-height PCIe x16 slot and two full-height PCIe x1 slots, two M.2 slots (one 2230 slot for a Wi-Fi card and one 2230/2280 slot holding the SSD) and one SATA 3.0 connection for a 3.5-inch hard drive of up to 4 TB. The ports include four USB 2.0 (two with SmartPower On), three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C at 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a at HBR3 on Core Ultra models, Gigabit Ethernet and a headset jack. Dell offers Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 or MediaTek Wi-Fi 6 MT7920 modules for this model; the supplier does not confirm a wireless card in this unit.

DOS: No Windows Licence Installed

DOS is a basic start-up system without a desktop. There is no Windows licence on the machine, so you install Windows 11 with your own licence, or a free system such as Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, which Dell offers for the QVT1260 on its configurator. Many companies prefer DOS units because they deploy their own Windows image and licences. Dell publishes the drivers on its support site.

Keyboard and Mouse Included

The Dell KB216 is a full-size wired USB keyboard with media keys, which Dell lists as spill resistant; this one has English and Arabic letters. The Dell MS116 is a wired three-button optical mouse at 1000 dpi.

Who This Is Not For

Gamers and 3D artists: there is no dedicated graphics card. Heavy multithreaded work such as long video exports: the Core i7-14700 tower with 20 cores and 28 threads is the stronger choice. Buyers who want Windows on first boot: no licence is installed. Anyone needing Wi-Fi immediately: wireless is not confirmed for this unit.

Ordering in the UAE

The tower is in stock at Totot and reaches any address in the UAE within up to 3 business days, free of charge on orders of AED 300 and above. A defective unit or one that is not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours. Choose cash on delivery, Tabby or Tamara at checkout.

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Technical Specifications

• Model: Dell Pro Tower Essential QVT1260 (desktop tower, black)
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 225, 10 cores (6 Performance + 4 Efficient), 10 threads, up to 4.9 GHz, 20 MB cache, 65 W base power
• AI engine: Intel AI Boost NPU, up to 13 TOPS (INT8); up to 23 TOPS for the whole processor (Intel)
• Graphics: Intel Graphics, 2 Xe-cores (integrated, uses shared system memory)
• Memory installed: 16 GB DDR5 5600 MT/s (module layout not stated by the supplier; Dell lists 16 GB as 1 × 16 GB or 2 × 8 GB)
• Memory support (Dell): 2 × UDIMM DDR5 slots, 8 GB to 64 GB, 8/16/32 GB per slot
• Storage: 512 GB M.2 NVMe SSD
• Drive expansion (Dell): 1 × M.2 2230/2280 SSD slot, 1 × SATA 3.0 for a 3.5-inch HDD (up to 4 TB per Dell)
• Expansion slots: 1 × PCIe x16 full-height, 2 × PCIe x1 full-height
• Ports: 4 × USB 2.0 (2 with SmartPower On), 3 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5 Gbps), 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (5 Gbps), 1 × HDMI 2.1 (TMDS), 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR3 on Core Ultra), 1 × RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1 × headset jack
• Operating system: DOS – no Windows licence installed
• Power supply (Dell options): 180 W Bronze or 360 W Platinum, 90–264 V AC, 47–63 Hz
• Dimensions: 324.3 × 154 × 293 mm (H × W × D)
• Weight: from 4.16 kg to 6.86 kg depending on configuration (Dell)
• In the box: Dell KB216 wired keyboard (English-Arabic), Dell MS116 wired optical mouse
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot

FAQ

Does the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB have Windows?

No. It ships with DOS and no Windows licence. Install Windows 11 with your own licence or a system such as Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.

Does the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB have an NPU?

Yes. The Core Ultra 5 225 includes Intel AI Boost, rated by Intel at up to 13 TOPS (INT8).

What is the maximum memory of the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB?

64 GB, as two 32 GB DDR5 UDIMM modules, according to Dell.

Does the supplier state the memory layout of the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB?

No. Dell builds 16 GB as 1 × 16 GB or 2 × 8 GB, so check the slots or BIOS before upgrading.

Can the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB use two monitors?

Yes. It has HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a outputs.

How many cores does the Dell QVT1260 Ultra 5 16GB have?

10. Intel lists 6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores with 10 threads.