What it is
The ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ barebone mini PC featuring an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor with 14 cores and 18 threads. It supports dual DDR5 5600 SO-DIMM slots, Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, 2.5G Ethernet, and Bluetooth 5.3 for a connected experience.
Who it's for
Appropriate for professionals requiring a compact but capable machine that can handle multitasking and more intensive workloads, with the freedom to select your own RAM and storage components.
Why it's good
This barebone combines a strong processor with high-speed DDR5 memory support and modern wireless standards, making it suitable for small office environments and creative tasks without committing to a full system upfront.
When to choose it
Choose this model when you want a versatile base to build a powerful mini PC that benefits from current-generation CPU technology and fast memory speeds, without the cost of pre-installed components.
Specifications
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 28 W |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Processor model | 125H |
| Processor threads | 18 |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 5 |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor cache | 18 MB |
| Performance cores | 4 |
| Efficient cores | 8 |
| Performance-core boost frequency | 4.5 GHz |
| Efficient-core boost frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-cores | 2 |
| Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 2.5 GHz |
| Processor generation | Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 1) |
| Memory | |
| Memory slots type | SO-DIMM |
| Number of memory slots | 2 |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Supported memory types | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 5600 MHz |
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory installed | No |
| Video | |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| Graphics card family | Intel |
| Storage | |
| Supported storage drive types | SSD |
| Storage drive sizes supported | M.2 |
| Storage drive interface | PCI Express |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Storage drives installed | No |
| Graphics | |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| Graphics card family | Intel |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Arc Graphics |
| Audio | |
| Built-in speaker(s) | No |
| Network | |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| USB4 Gen 2x2 ports quantity | 1 |
| Design | |
| VESA mounting | Yes |
| Product type | Mini PC barebone |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| Cooling type | Active |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Chassis type | UCFF |
| Processor special features | |
| Low Power Efficient-cores | 2 |
| Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 2.5 GHz |
| Colour | |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Technical details | |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Cooling type | Active |
| Chassis type | UCFF |
| Packaging data | |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Management features | |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| Power | |
| Power supply type | External AC adapter |
| Power supply | 150 W |
| Number of power supply units | 1 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 144 mm |
| Depth | 112 mm |
| Height | 41 mm |
| Packaging content | |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Other features | |
| Chassis type | UCFF |
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