ASUS has officially unveiled its latest gaming powerhouse, the 2025 ROG NUC, during a special event in China. This compact mini-PC is designed for gamers and professionals alike, boasting cutting-edge technology with an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. The new ROG NUC promises exceptional performance in a sleek, portable form factor.
Key Takeaways
- Processor: Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (Arrow Lake-HX)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
- Memory: 16GB DDR5 RAM (expandable to 96GB)
- Storage: 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (expandable to 2TB)
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, multiple USB ports, Thunderbolt 4
- Price: Starting at approximately $3,300
Compact Design With High Performance
The 2025 ROG NUC measures 282.4 x 187.7 x 56.5 mm and has a volume of just three liters, making it a compact solution for high-performance computing. Despite its small size, it features a robust cooling system with three fans and a dual vapor chamber to ensure optimal thermal management during intense gaming sessions.
Advanced Specifications
The ROG NUC is equipped with:
- CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, capable of boosting up to 5.4 GHz with 24 cores and 24 threads.
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM, designed to deliver performance comparable to desktop graphics cards.
- Memory: Comes standard with 16GB DDR5-6400 RAM, expandable up to 96GB for demanding applications.
- Storage Options: A 1TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD, with the option to upgrade to 2TB.
Connectivity Options
The ROG NUC 2025 offers a wide range of connectivity options:
- Front I/O: 2x USB 3.2, 1x USB 3.2 (Type-C), headset jack
- Rear I/O: 4x USB 3.2 gen 2, Thunderbolt 4, 2x DisplayPort 2.1, 2x HDMI
Pricing and Availability
The ASUS ROG NUC 2025 is set to launch later this month, with pricing starting at approximately 24,399 Chinese Yuan (around $3,300) for the 1TB model and 24,999 Yuan (around $3,400) for the 2TB variant. This pricing positions it as a premium option in the mini-PC market, appealing to gamers and professionals seeking high performance in a compact form factor.
Conclusion
With the introduction of the 2025 ROG NUC, ASUS continues to push the boundaries of compact computing. The combination of powerful hardware, advanced cooling solutions, and extensive connectivity options makes it a formidable choice for anyone looking to maximize performance without sacrificing space.
Via ASUS
