ASUS has recently announced that they will not be updating their NUC Extreme Series of mini PCs, with the NUC 13 Extreme “Raptor Canyon” being the last model in this line. This decision was confirmed by an ASUS spokesperson to the Fudzilla media outlet.
Ending NUC Extreme Series for Advanced Compact PC Lineup
Intel NUC, short for ‘Next Unit of Computing’, represents a line of small-form-factor barebone computer kits. However, ASUS took over the NUC product line from Intel following Intel’s decision in July of the previous year to stop direct investment in the NUC business. ASUS received non-exclusive rights from Intel to continue with the product line.
The NUC 13 Extreme, which was originally released by Intel at the end of 2022, is known for its powerful performance, supporting the high-end Intel Core i9-13900K processor and large graphics cards. It marked a significant departure from traditional small PCs with its 14-liter volume.
During CES 2024, ASUS highlighted their latest laptop designs featuring Intel’s 14th Gen Core processors and Meteor Lake chips. They also showcased new monitors and introduced the ASUS ROG NUC, which is a new addition to their gaming-oriented NUC product line. The ROG NUC is more compact, with a maximum volume of 2.5 liters, and includes options for the Intel Core Ultra 9185H processor and NVIDIA RTX 4070 graphics card.
ASUS is moving forward with its own PC designs, such as the ROG STRIX G16CHR system and the ROG C22H, both featuring advanced CPUs and GPUs. These designs offer more traditional consumer hardware, which might be more appealing to users due to their familiarity and flexibility.
The decision to stop updating the NUC Extreme series might be influenced by ASUS’s focus on their existing and new product lines, which offer different options in terms of size, power, and flexibility. The NUC Extreme series, while unique in its form factor and capabilities, catered to a niche audience of enthusiasts rather than a broad consumer base.
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