ASUS NUC 14 Pro Barebone Kit
Best compact powerhouse for professionals needing high-performance multitasking in small spaces.
This pint-sized powerhouse packs desktop-grade performance into a footprint small enough to disappear on any desk. You sacrifice the upgradeability of a traditional tower, but you gain a sleek, high-octane workstation that handles heavy creative workflows without breaking a sweat.
$473.84
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Micro Center
Who it's for
- Tech enthusiasts wanting full control over hardware and software configurations
- Users requiring extra internal storage capacity for data-heavy projects
- Professionals needing high performance in a space-saving desktop footprint
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers unprepared for additional component and software expenses
- Casual users seeking a simple, ready-to-use plug-and-play computing solution
- Gamers and creative professionals requiring dedicated high-end graphics processing power
Performance breakdown
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 7 handles demanding creative workflows with impressive speed.
Memory Expandability
Support for 96GB of DDR5 memory offers massive headroom for multitasking.
Graphics Capability
Integrated Arc graphics provide solid visual performance for professional productivity tasks.
Connectivity Versatility
Thunderbolt 4 and high-speed Ethernet ensure seamless integration into any workspace.
Form Factor Efficiency
The compact UCFF design maximizes desk space without sacrificing essential utility.
Storage Flexibility
Multiple M.2 slots allow for versatile and fast internal storage configurations.
Key Specs
Processor
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (1.4 GHz base, up to 4.8 GHz turbo)
Graphics
Integrated Intel Arc Graphics
Memory Capacity
Supports up to 96GB DDR5
Memory Type
DDR5-5600
Storage Interface
1 x SATA 6.0Gb/s, 1 x M.2 2280 NVMe, 1 x M.2 2242 NVMe
Number of M.2 Slots
2
Ethernet Speed
2.5 Gbps
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Form Factor
UCFF Mini PC
Connectivity
Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, USB 2.0
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