Asus NUC 15 Pro Barebone System
Best compact workstation for power users needing a custom high performance setup.
This is a powerhouse in a pint-sized package, packing desktop-grade processing into a footprint that disappears on your desk. You sacrifice the easy, all-in-one convenience of a pre-built machine by needing to source your own RAM and storage, but you gain a highly customizable workstation that punches well above its weight class.
$1099.00
at
Newegg
Who it's for
- Professionals needing powerful computing in space-constrained environments.
- Tech-savvy users who enjoy building and optimizing their own systems.
- Users requiring extensive peripheral support from a compact PC.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers or those seeking an out-of-the-box ready solution.
- Gamers or creative professionals needing dedicated high-performance graphics.
- Power users running continuous, resource-intensive applications.
Performance breakdown
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 handles demanding multitasking and heavy workloads with ease.
Expandability
Massive RAM support and dual M.2 slots offer significant future-proofing potential.
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 ensure top-tier speed for modern peripherals.
Compact Design
Incredibly small footprint fits perfectly into any minimalist workspace or setup.
Graphics Capability
Integrated Arc graphics excel at productivity but aren't built for gaming.
Thermal Efficiency
Advanced cooling keeps the system quiet even under sustained heavy loads.
Key Specs
Dimensions
5.67" x 4.41" x 1.65" inches
Weight
1.52 lbs
Processor
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H 16-Core 16 Threads (TDP 45W)
Graphics Card
Integrated Intel Arc 140T Graphics
RAM
Up to 96GB DDR5-5600 MHz / CSO-DIMM DDR5-6400 MHz
Storage
M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0
Ethernet Port
2.5G
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Bluetooth 5.4
USB Ports
USB 3.2 Gen 2 & 2x2, USB 2.0
Thunderbolt 4 Ports
2 (DisplayPort 2.1 via Type-C)
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