The ASUS NUC 14 Pro is a compact and versatile mini PC that packs high-performance features suitable for various applications, from office productivity to light gaming. It is powered by Intel’s 14th Gen Core Ultra processors, available in Ultra 9, Ultra 7, and Ultra 5 versions, which provide improved processing capabilities. For graphics, it includes integrated Intel Iris Xe and also offers configurations with discrete GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 and 4070, enabling smoother performance for graphics-intensive tasks.
The NUC 14 Pro supports up to 96GB of DDR5-5600 memory, which is especially useful for multitasking and demanding applications. Storage is flexible, with an M.2 PCIe Gen 5 slot for ultra-fast NVMe SSDs, an additional M.2 slot for PCIe Gen 4 SSDs, and a 2.5” HDD bay (available with the tall chassis option). Connectivity is a strong point: it includes dual Thunderbolt 4 ports (supporting USB4 and DisplayPort 2.1), dual HDMI 2.1 ports, multiple USB 3.2 ports, and an Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port, making it ideal for high-speed networking. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are also integrated, providing robust wireless options.
This NUC model can drive up to five 4K displays simultaneously, which is a valuable feature for those needing multiple monitors in a compact setup. It also includes an SD Express 8.0 card reader for added convenience in data transfer.