ASUS has released the 2025 ROG NUC mini PC on JD.com. It features an Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX processor, NVIDIA RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM, and 2TB SSD. The system is priced at 24,999 yuan (~$3,470).

The NUC has a compact size of 282.4 x 187.7 x 56.5 mm, with a total volume of 3 liters. It keeps the 2024 design and adds RGB lighting effects. The casing includes airflow patterns and lighting synced to different games.

The CPU is a 24-core, 24-thread chip with a max clock speed of 5.4GHz, 76MB cache, and built-in NPU. The RTX 5080 GPU runs at 175W and supports DLSS 4, Smooth Motion, and NVIDIA Studio features. The full system can use up to 250W of power across the CPU and the GPU.

For cooling, it uses three fans and dual vapor chamber heat plates. There’s a separate airflow for the memory and SSD to keep temperatures under control. This helps maintain performance during heavy use.

On the front, the NUC has one 3.5mm headphone jack, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, and two USB-A 3.2 ports. On the back, it offers four USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one Thunderbolt 4 port, one 2.5G LAN port, two HDMI 2.1 ports, and two DisplayPort 2.1 outputs. It supports four 4K monitors at once.

Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The system runs Windows 11 and includes ROG BIOS for manual tuning. Users can adjust voltage, memory, and fan speeds. Armoury Crate software provides real-time system monitoring and control.

The NUC meets MIL-STD-810H durability standards and supports tool-free upgrades. It’s built for users who want strong performance in a small desktop without skipping on ports, cooling, or custom settings.

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Earlier this year, Asus unveiled its 2024 line of ROG NUC mini gaming PCs in the global market. The brand has now unveiled the China-specific models of the devices which will be available to purchase starting today.

Like the global model, the Chinese variant also features a compact 2.5-liter chassis that’s packed with powerful hardware. It has two models featuring the following hardware:

• Core Ultra 7 155H + RTX 4060
• Core Ultra 9 185H + RTX 4070

Both come with DDR5 memory (up to 32GB) and PCIe Gen4 storage (up to 1TB). They support 8K or quad-4K displays and feature ROG’s cooling system for efficient heat dissipation.

The tool-free design allows for easy upgrades. Networking is top-notch with 2.5G wired and Killer Wi-Fi 6E support. The ROG NUC offers a wide range of ports, including Thunderbolt 4, USB-A/C, HDMI, DisplayPort, and an SD card reader.

Pricing & availability

Available for purchase from May 24th in China, the ROG NUC will be available with the following price tags.

• Core Ultra 7 155H + RTX 4060 – 11,999 yuan ($1,691)
• Core Ultra 9 185H + RTX 4070 – 14,999 yuan ($2,114)

In related news, Asus has also recently launched its Vivobook S 15 laptop in the global market. What makes it special is that it uses the ARM-based Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor, rather than an Intel or AMD processor. In addition to that, it also comes with Microsoft’s built-in Copilot+ AI.

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After its unveiling at CES 2024, the ASUS ROG NUC gaming mini PC was recently made available in the EU. Now, the brand has revealed how much it will cost in the US as well.

As per the official Asus US website, the ROG NUC mini PC with Intel’s Core Ultra 7 155H processor and NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU has a price tag of US$1629, while the variant with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU and an NVIDIA RTX 4070 GPU has a price tag of $2,199. The exact availability date is yet to be revealed, but interested buyers can set up a notification alert whenever the mini PC becomes available for purchase.

ASUS ROG NUC specs:

As mentioned above, the ROG NUC runs on either Intel Core Ultra 7 or Core Ultra 9 185H processors, which is suitable for demanding workloads as well as gaming. It features a choice between the NVIDIA RTX 4060 or RTX 4070 graphics cards, which are capable of supporting up to four 4K displays.

This mini PC features a simple, tool-free design for easy setup in a compact size of 270 x 180 x 50 mm. It works well with the ROG Raikiri PRO controller and allows for customizable lighting effects through the ROG Armory Crate app. In terms of connections, it includes HDMI 2.1a, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 2.0, and Intel Killer WiFi 6E AX1690i.

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Back at CES 2024, Asus unveiled its new ROG NUC mini gaming PC equipped with powerful yet efficient hardware. The brand has now started selling the gaming machine in European markets.

ASUS ROG NUC specs:

The ROG NUC runs on Intel Core Ultra 7 or the more powerful Core Ultra 9 185H processors, making it suitable for demanding tasks and gaming. The ROG NUC also comes with NVIDIA RTX 4060 or RTX 4070 graphics options, supporting up to four 4K screens for an immersive gaming experience.

This mini PC is built with a simple, tool-free design for quick setup in a small 270 x 180 x 50 mm size. It works well with the ROG Raikiri PRO controller and allows for custom lighting effects through the ROG Armory Crate app.

For connections, it includes HDMI 2.1a, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 2.0, and Intel Killer WiFi 6E AX1690i. The ROG NUC can run on Windows 11 or various Linux systems, giving users a choice of operating systems.

Pricing & availability

ASUS’ Spanish website has six ROG NUC versions listed, offering the Core Ultra 7 155H with the GeForce RTX 4060 or the Core Ultra 9 185H with the GeForce RTX 4070. Proshop lists the top model with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB storage for €2,499 in the Eurozone. The shipping of the ROG NUC is expected to begin on April 10.

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