Introducing the ROG NUC (2025), featuring Discrete NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Graphics and Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) ARL-HX, 2x HDMI 2.1 (FRL), 2x DP 2.1, TBT 4, WiFi 7/BT5.4, Silent cooling With 3 Fans and a Vapor Chamber, 3L Size Chassis
The ROG NUC (2025) - Blistering Fast Performance for Gaming and Creators At Just 3L
The original ROG NUC included everything you would want in a small form-factor PC, including a fast new Intel Core Ultra processor, discrete GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics, plenty of connectivity options, internal upgrade options, and sufficient cooling to handle the system at its fastest. So, how is this going to be topped?
The all-new ROG NUC (2025) delivers exceptional performance and AI-boosted efficiency, enabling multitasking and smooth gameplay in demanding AAA titles. It's available with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 ARL-HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU, complete with ray tracing and the latest NVIDIA DLSS technologies for increased performance and stunning visuals.
In this configuration, you can expect up to a 5.5GHz clock speed, 24 Cores (8 P-cores and 16 E-cores), and integrated AI accelerators, along with 6400 MHz DDR5. From the GPU side, you get a GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU with 16GB with all the latest RTX 50 Series features and performance.
Chassis Upgrades
Let's start with discussing the new chassis. The ROG NUC (2025) increases the chassis size from 2.5L to 3L (282.4mm x 187.7mm x 56.6mm [bottom: 146mm]). This has several impacts:
- Thermal Design includes three fans and a dual vapor chamber, operating in remarkable silence even under stress
- Dedicated SSD heatsink ensures optimal temperatures for high-speed DDR5 and SSD performance
- Dedicated CPU fan enhances performance up to 135W
- Easily removable thumbscrew to gain access to the chassis to easily install DDR5 SO-DIMM and M.2 models for even faster performance.
The chassis aesthetic is also upgraded with a sleek, fluid line design with slash edges. One side features a large vent covered by ROG lettering, while the other side sports a customizable RGB lighting and another large vent for cooling the CPU. The large ROG logo can be configured to be responsive to different game states. The RGB can be controlled through ASUS Aura Sync and Armoury Crate.
Performance-Related Features, Overclocking, Customization, and Connectivity
It goes without saying that the ROG NUC is a perfectly designed unit for gamers. In addition to the fast performance of the latest Intel Core Ultra processors and discrete GeForce RTX 50 series GPU including DLSS4 support, the unit includes multiple HDMI 2.1 FRL ports, DisplayPort 2.1 ports, and a Thunderbolt 4 port each capable of driving 4K (or higher!) graphics.
ROG NUC owners have access to a customizable BIOS which includes:
- AI optimized overclocking or Manual tuning if you prefer
- Our Fan Xpert 4 utility to customize the cooling performance and noise
- Realtime Power and thermal monitoring
- Presets for specific games
- Armoury Crate optimized for the ROG NUC to monitor hardware, cooling control, driver and software updates, and game library integration
The ROG NUC is also ideal for streamers and game creators, effortlessly tackling AI-intensive tasks including real-time video rendering and content creation. Extensive connectivity options, including TBT4, Intel Killer WiFi 7, BT5.4, and high-speed ethernet help ensure low-latency gaming and rapid data processing. Further, it supports up to Quad 4K displays. Support also includes:
- Intel Wi-Fi 7 - The ROG NUC is equipped with Intel WiFi 7, taking networking to the next level with speeds of up to 46 Gbps, reducing latency during streaming or gameplay while efficiently managing multiple devices simultaneously
- DDR5-6400 MHz - DDR5-6400 MHz's 51.2GB/s data rate and increased bandwidth accelerates data processing, shortens load times, and minimizes frame dips, ensuring longevity for demanding tasks.
- Thunderbolt 4 - With data transfer speeds of up to 40 Gbps, users can seamlessly multitask across multiple 4K displays and connect to external GPUs, storage devices, and capture cards.
Key Features and Specs:
CPU -
- Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor (Series 2) ARL-HX
- Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processor (Series 2) ARL-HX
GRAPHICS - NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7
MEMORY - DRAM MODULE (DDR5)/6400/16GB, up to 96GB, *Intel® XMP 3.0 memory compatible
STORAGE - SSD PCIEG4/1TB M.2/PERFORMANCE, up to 2TB
CHIPSET - Integrated
Wireless - Intel WiFi 7 + BT 5.4
LAN - Intel 2.5GB Ethernet Port
AUDIO - Realtek ALC3251
FRONT (SIDE) I/O PORTS -
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C
- 2x USB 3.2 10Gbps Type-A
BACK I/O PORTS -
- 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C w/ DisplayPort 2.1
- 4x USB 3.2 10Gbps Type-A
- 2 x HDMI 2.1 FRL
- 2 x DP 2.1
- 1 x RJ45 LAN
- 1 x DC-in
- 1 x Kensington Lock
DIMENSIONS (W X D X H) - 282.4mm x 187.7mm x 56.5mm (bottom: 146mm)
WEIGHT - 3.12 kg
Pricing and Availability -
- Availability - Q1 2025
- Pricing - TBD
- Product Page - https://rog.asus.com/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/
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