Dell XPS 8960 Desktop - 14th Generation Intel Core i7-14700 Processor, 16GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GD

4 4 out of 5 stars | 74 ratings

Price: 1049.99

Last update: 12-16-2024


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No Feat Too Extreme: Built with powerful processors, memory and graphics. This desktop acheives maximum performance to support your tasks.
Powerfully Cool: The XPS Desktop was spaciously designed to maximize airflow and reduce noise.
Expand Even Further: Easily upgrade your desktop’s internal components and expand your performance to greater heights.
Fast Performance: 14th Generation Intel Core i7-14700 Processor, unleash the performance needed to keep up with the most demanding creative apps.
Beyond Fast NVIDIA GPUs: Experience breathtaking virtual worlds, ultra-high FPS gaming, and workflow acceleration with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6 graphics GPUs.
Faster DDR5 Memory: Manage large creative content with DDR5 memory. DDR5 memory has up to 60% faster clock speeds than DDR4.

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An Thanh Tran
5.0 out of 5 stars The Dell XPS 8960 Desktop
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2024
The Dell XPS 8960 Desktop is an absolute powerhouse, delivering top-tier performance and cutting-edge technology that caters to both high-end professionals and serious gamers alike. Equipped with the latest 14th Generation Intel Core i9-14900K Processor, this desktop is built to handle the most demanding tasks with ease, from intensive video editing and photo editing to running the latest AAA games at ultra settings.

The inclusion of 32GB DDR5 RAM ensures seamless multitasking and future-proofing, while the 2TB SSD offers vast storage with lightning-fast load times. Whether you’re editing movies or working on high-resolution photo projects, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 with 12GB GDDR6X Graphics provides exceptional graphical performance, supporting ray tracing and AI-enhanced graphics, which are perfect for creative professionals and content creators.

Running on Windows 11 Pro, the system takes full advantage of the latest features and optimizations, offering a smooth and intuitive user experience. Additionally, the Onsite & Migrate Service is a valuable inclusion, providing peace of mind with professional support and assistance in transferring data from your old system.

The Platinum Silver finish adds a touch of elegance to the robust build, making the XPS 8960 not just a high-performance machine, but also a stylish addition to any workspace.

Overall, the Dell XPS 8960 Desktop is an exceptional choice for those who need uncompromising power, speed, and reliability. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a future-ready desktop that excels in editing movies, photo editing, productivity, and entertainment.
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An Thanh Tran
5.0 out of 5 stars The Dell XPS 8960 Desktop
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2024
The Dell XPS 8960 Desktop is an absolute powerhouse, delivering top-tier performance and cutting-edge technology that caters to both high-end professionals and serious gamers alike. Equipped with the latest 14th Generation Intel Core i9-14900K Processor, this desktop is built to handle the most demanding tasks with ease, from intensive video editing and photo editing to running the latest AAA games at ultra settings.

The inclusion of 32GB DDR5 RAM ensures seamless multitasking and future-proofing, while the 2TB SSD offers vast storage with lightning-fast load times. Whether you’re editing movies or working on high-resolution photo projects, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 with 12GB GDDR6X Graphics provides exceptional graphical performance, supporting ray tracing and AI-enhanced graphics, which are perfect for creative professionals and content creators.

Running on Windows 11 Pro, the system takes full advantage of the latest features and optimizations, offering a smooth and intuitive user experience. Additionally, the Onsite & Migrate Service is a valuable inclusion, providing peace of mind with professional support and assistance in transferring data from your old system.

The Platinum Silver finish adds a touch of elegance to the robust build, making the XPS 8960 not just a high-performance machine, but also a stylish addition to any workspace.

Overall, the Dell XPS 8960 Desktop is an exceptional choice for those who need uncompromising power, speed, and reliability. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a future-ready desktop that excels in editing movies, photo editing, productivity, and entertainment.
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Lyle Zepick
5.0 out of 5 stars Safest buy in computing - Dell
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2024
Dell reliable at home and office. Price competitive, packed with features, this unit is a great buy. Home use, business , photo editing. Fits nicely on desk! 4 and 8 k video nice. Handles large video files smartly.
James Ward
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Computer
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024
Nice Dell Computer. Only problem it can only be used with One monitor.
Andy Grant
5.0 out of 5 stars Great system
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2024
I've been using this PC for about three weeks, and the speed in startup and everyday use compared to what it replaced is tremendous. It has lots of RAM and drive space. I'm loving it so far.
Jackson826
1.0 out of 5 stars Crash Course in Customer Service
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024
Bought this computer for home use. Everything went fine until I decided to do mandatory updates. Computer crashed to black screen, beyond recovery. Returned to Amazon for a refund (still waiting). Decided to take a chance on a second unit because I had good luck with Dell in the past. Set up and recovery of my cloud files went perfect...then went to Dells own website for updates. This time did critical updates one by one. Very first one, BIOS update, crashed the unit again. This time, called Dell support to let them know that their own updates are the problem. Tech support clearly from India, not understandable, not interested that their own process is the problem. After the usual reboot tries, the inevitable turn it in for replacement. Now have to return to Dell before they send a replacement because I would incur a third $2500 charge to credit card without having received a refund yet. Dell says they guarantee replacement will not have same issue, but I'm not very confident and now I am in limbo for days? Weeks? Until they process my return and replacement. So you think they would offer something for my trouble, upgrade? Discount?...nope, "we don't do that". Remember that quote when dealing with Dell.
maddy100
3.0 out of 5 stars Just Ok
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2024
To the point review.
Windows : Windows 11 Home
Stability: During updates , few strange noises , freezing. Not at all stable like Dell Precisions by far.
Thermals : Really bad , pan cake cpu fan cooler for a Core I7 14700 is definitely a no no. Though TDP for 14700 is 65/219 watts , just doing few updates raised the temps to 100 Degree, absolutely not enough., fan sounded like airplane taking off. Liquid Performance cooler can be ordered through Dell Parts and can be upgraded. Vrm has heatsinks on them. which is good.
Cpu : Good powerful performing CPU ( 20 core , 8 Performance Cores, 12 Efficient Cores, 28 thread. UHD 770 graphics . Though upcoming Intel Ultra core processors have better efficiency, lower temperatures, support for CUDIMM Ram, built in NPU Engine for AI, Intel Arc graphics.
Chasis/ Case: Good sized case ( at least bigger/better than Dell Precision 3630 compact sized case and Dell XPS 8940 ) , with solid side panel, not flimsy . Better for air circulation/ heat retention.
Storage : Micron 2550 Nvme Gen 4 X 4( first 232 layered Nand) is responsive. Its definitely Dell class 35 as opposed to class 40 dell full sized 2280 Nvmes. Class 50 Nvme were only available with Workstations. Another upto 4TB Nvme /ssd can be added in spare slot.
Graphics : UHD 770 , good for browsing / watching videos etc. Unfortunately, no HDMI , only 1 DP 1.4.
Ram: Only 2 Ram slots .Single 32 GB DDR5 Hynix 5600 Udimm with 46 CAS latency. Can be easily upgraded to 64Gb by adding another 32GB DDR 5 stick. Also accepts DDR5 6000 speeds . However , a step down from Dell 8950 that had 4 ram slots available, capable of 128gb total of ram. Not impressed.
DVD Rom : Another step down from Dell 8950, no slot available to fit internal DVD / BD rom. Unfortunately external drives are the only options.
Audio Controller: Realtek ALC1220 with 7.1 channel audio.
Wifi : Killer E3100G Wifi with external antenna, good connection/ speed.
Power Supply : 460 watt standard 80 Plus Bronze Psu unfortunately. I expected at least gold standard. However, 1000 watt and 750 watt Platinum Power supplies can be bought from Dell. Plz note, the PSU is Proprietary sized with Proprietary connections and can't be upgraded using after market PSUs. Unfortunately, if you plan to add higher end /better GPUs, need to update PSU first .
Epeat Certified : Silver Epeat certified as opposed to Dell Precisions which are Gold Epeat certified.

Upgradability: Ram can be upgraded to 64GB of better Dual ranking 5600/6000 rams. Nvmes can be upgraded to better /Faster Nvmes/ add another one in spare slot ( only at spare slot upto 4tb nvme supported). Cpu fan can be upgraded to either Performance Liquid Cooler or Older Dells 8950 Performance Air cooler ( at least better than pan cake cooler). Psu can be upgraded to 750 / 100 watts Platinum certfied PSUs from Dell. Gpu can be upgraded .
Conclusion: An ok system, with the current configuration , good for home/ office use. Coming from Dell precision , its definitely big step down, even a step down from Dell 8950. No more 4 slots for ram , no internal DVD as were included in 8950. For gaming need to upgrade PSU first, then add GPU. For thermals add a better CPU fan for sure. For dvd /cd use, add external DVD/BD/CD rom. For better build, better components, critical work and stability steer clear of it and go for Dell precisions ( very stable and quiet machines but expensive).
Software: Support Assist is very useful, you can easily find drivers/Bios updates. Plz note, when you first boot it up , the pc will update Windows and other updates, will be sluggish . Once its done , it will be more responsive and temperature will go down. Ready to use.
Lewis Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars I got this cheap - it is selling way too cheap
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2024
Powerful super computer at a low low price
It has and does everything - it allowed me to transfer all my files from my old computer to my new one very easily - it is solid and built to last for years

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