At the IFA event, ASUS has introduced the ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI, company’s latest mini PC powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 processor (Series 2, formerly codenamed Lunar Lake) with LPDDR5x memory, and M.2 2280 NVMe Support.
The NPU promises up to 48 TOPS, offering three times the AI performance for cutting-edge applications compared to the previous generation of Intel processors. The Intel Arc GPU promises up to 2X performance compared to Intel Iris Xe graphics, and delivers up to 67 TOPS.
The mini PC comes in a small chassis that is less than 0.6 litres and the system height is just 34 mm. The ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI balances high performance with a space-efficient design, making it perfect for commercial use and edge computing applications, said the company.
The ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI is equipped with advanced thermal management technology to keep it cool and running smoothly, even under heavy workloads. The device is also energy efficient and meets EPEAT Climate+ standards. The intelligent cooling ensures peak performance under heavy loads and a tool-less design simplifies upgrades.
Additionally, it prioritizes security with features like Secure Boot, fingerprint recognition, and built-in Trusted Platform Model (TPM). There are built-in speakers and microphones support voice commands.
There is Intel Wi-Fi 7 (5 Gig), Bluetooth 5.4, Thunderbolt 4 (DP2.1), 2.5G Ethernet, HDMI, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and there is also a Copilot Key on the front.
Availability
The ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI will be available later this year, and the pricing will be available closer to the sale.