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Connectivity is a strong point for these devices, with each system featuring two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4 support, three USB-A ports, a USB 2.0 connection, two HDMI 2.1 connectors, and a 2.5Gbit/s Ethernet port. This array of ports ensures extensive compatibility with various peripherals and displays, enhancing the units' usability in diverse computing environments.
Both the NUC 14 Pro and Pro+ support the latest network standards, including Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, which provide high-speed wireless connectivity and improved range and reliability.
From a design perspective, the engineers aimed to create highly flexible systems, hence both memory and storage are easily accessible for upgrades. This allows users to enhance their system's performance as their needs evolve without requiring complete system replacements.
NUC | ASUS NUC 14 Pro+ | ASUS NUC 14 Pro |
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Processor | Maximum Intel Core Ultra 9-185H | Maximum Intel Core Ultra 7-165H |
GPU | Intel Arc GPU (integrated) | |
Memory | 2 x SO-DIMM (DDR5), max 96GB | |
Storage | 1x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)1x M.2 2242 (PCIe 4.0 x4)1x 2.5in SATA (NUC 14 Pro Tall version only) | |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 | |
Network | 2.5Gbit/s Ethernet | |
Connections | 2 x Thunderbolt 42 x HDMI 2.13 x USB 3.0 (Type-A)1 x USB 2.02 x USB 2.0 (internal headers) | |
Housing | Aluminium | Plastic |
Scope | 144 x 112 x 41mm | Normal: 117 x 112 x 37mmTall: 117 x 112 x 54mm |
These new additions to the ASUS NUC family emphasize functionality and upgradability, catering to both business and entertainment uses. They combine the compactness of mini-PCs with the performance typically associated with larger systems, making them suitable for a variety of computing tasks, from content creation to office applications.
ASUS aims/claims to offer competitive pricing while ensuring that users have access to the latest technologies in a compact form factor.