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Series

ROG NUC1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Z2 Mini1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP names the line Z2 Mini and this generation Z2 Mini G1a.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

RNUC15JNK9X28AAU, NUC15JNK, NUC15JNKU9X91Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026Reference configuration is US RNUC15JNK9X28AAU, Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, two 16 GB DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMMs and one 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home. Technical Product Specification maps this hardware to NUC15JNKU9X9, regulatory model NUC15JNK. RNUC15JNK9X28AA2 is an overseas order code, not added as a variant. All other GPU and CPU configurations are excluded.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 20266Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1901680-REG/asus_rnuc15jnk9x28aau_rog_nuc_mini_desktop.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact US RNUC15JNK9X28AAU with 275HX, RTX 5080, 32 GB, 2 TB confirms sold configuration, 36 MB L3 cache and power adapter/cable. Retailer states three-year manufacturer warranty, while Newegg same model lists one year. No exact primary ASUS duration was located, so warranty_years is omitted. Current prices are not launch prices.

BN4G0UT#ABA6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Part number BN4G0UT#ABA is the HP SmartBuy Z2 Mini G1a: Ryzen AI MAX+ Pro 395, 64GB LPDDR5X soldered, 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe 2280 Value 4x4 SSD, Windows 11 Pro 64, MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 and Bluetooth 5.4, no WWAN, no discrete graphics. C3XE0UT#ABA is a 128GB build and a different product, and other part numbers differ in CPU, memory and storage.

GTIN / EAN

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1992513220686Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Retailer lists UPC 199251322068 for BN4G0UT#ABA.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

7 January 20255Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 2026Maker January 7, 2025 CES introduction predates May retail. Claims 3 L chassis, dual vapor chamber air cooling, ARGB ROG logo and Aura Sync lighting. Its preliminary table mistakenly says 1000 W 80 PLUS Gold supply and old DDR5-5600 slots. Final user guide and exact SKU list 330 W external adapter and DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMMs and are used instead. No early preliminary PSU value is stored.

6 January 20253Press releasehp.com/us-en/newsroom/press-releases/2025/future-of-work.htmlRead 15 October 2026CES 2025 press release dated January 6, 2025 announces the Z2 Mini G1a with Ryzen AI Max PRO, up to 128GB memory and an internal power supply. HP said it would be available in spring 2025.

Status

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Available6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Listing shows Add to Cart with 13 in stock and a price of $4,555.28 on 2026-10-15. The HP store page for this SKU was not reachable.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 20266Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1901680-REG/asus_rnuc15jnk9x28aau_rog_nuc_mini_desktop.htmlRead 5 October 2026

US6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Retailer record states MARKET:US for the US SKU suffix ABA.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Black1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Overview: Color Black. A retailer calls the finish Jet Black.

SegmentiUse the maker's product category. Do not assign a use case from performance or appearance alone.

Gaming5Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 2026

Workstation1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP calls it a mini workstation and files it under HP Z workstations.

Form factoriThe maker's stated chassis class. Generic tower does not imply a full, mid or mini tower tier.

Mini PC5Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 2026

Mini PC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026QuickSpecs Overview: Form Factor Mini.

Case

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Case dimensionsiChassis width, height and depth in the stated orientation. Source notes identify feet, handles or brackets excluded by the maker. An all-in-one is measured with its included stand when the maker gives both sizes.

Width56.5Height282.4Depth187.7mm(2.2 × 11.1 × 7.4 in)3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed page 32 Mechanical Considerations drawing was rendered and inspected. In required vertical operating orientation, body height is 282.4 mm, thickness/width 56.5 mm and front-to-back depth 187.7 mm. Explicitly excludes stand. Headline table labels the triplet W/D/H inconsistently with this drawing, and another summary says including feet. Detailed labelled mechanical drawing is retained. Fixed base width 146 mm is not the body width. Maker states vertical-only operation and that the fixed base cannot be removed.

Width168Height85.5Depth200mm(6.6 × 3.4 × 7.9 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Chassis dimensions H 3.4 in (8.55 cm), W 6.6 in (16.8 cm), D 7.9 in (20 cm) in standard desktop orientation. HP rounds to 0.1 cm. Stored as 85.5 x 168 x 200 mm.

Case volumeiVolume published by the maker. It may differ from the outer dimensions multiplied together.

3L5Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 2026

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WeightiPublished system weight for the stated configuration. Source notes distinguish maximum, approximate and starting weights. An all-in-one is weighed with its included stand when the maker gives both weights.

3.12kg(6.9 lb)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026Maker states system weight 3.12 kg. Stand-inclusion scope is not specified for weight. Detailed mechanical drawing supplies body dimensions excluding the stand and is preferred over the ambiguous W/D/H ordering in the headline specifications.

2.3kg(5.1 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Starting at 2.3 kg (5.07 lb). HP says exact weights depend on configuration. This is the starting weight, not a figure for the stored configuration. StarryHope lists 2.65 kg.

Case model

NUC15JNK1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 20263Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Mechanical section explicitly identifies the NUC15JNK chassis. There is no separately sold retail case or standardized motherboard form factor stated.

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Case materialsiPublished materials of the enclosure and panels, not every internal component. An edition with other panels, such as a wood front, can differ, so it is per variant.

Plastic7Reviewpcworld.com/article/2886749/rog-nuc-2025-review.htmlRead 5 October 2026Matching 275HX/5080/32GB/2TB review describes plastic exterior panels, front lighting strip and RGB side logo, with Armoury Crate cooling and lighting controls. Plastic is the confirmed exterior material only. Transparent panel is not assumed acrylic or glass. No generic RGB voltage/connector standard is inferred. Radio is inside chassis, with no external antenna option. Review generic port versions and description of GPU as desktop-class conflict with maker Laptop GPU and exact port table and are excluded.

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Side panel

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Front panel

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Tool-less side paneliWhether the side panel can be opened without a tool after any shipping or security screw is removed. Conditions belong in the source note.

Yes2Owner's manualretailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Access Panel: tool-less for the top panel. A number 1 Phillips screwdriver is needed for the bottom panel and M.2 modules need a screwdriver.

Dust filters

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VESA mount

None3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Package section explicitly says system is not wall mountable. VESA bracket not supplied or supported. No unsupported mount conversion is proposed.

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Display

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Screen sizeiActual diagonal of the primary built-in all-in-one display. Do not substitute a rounded marketed size. External bundled monitors and chassis status screens are excluded.

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Native resolutioniPhysical pixel resolution of the primary built-in all-in-one display. External video-output limits, bundled monitors and chassis status screens do not qualify.

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Panel typeiPublished panel technology of the primary built-in all-in-one display. A display brand name alone does not establish panel technology. External bundled monitors and chassis status screens are excluded.

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Max refresh rateiHighest published refresh rate of the primary built-in display at native resolution. External video-output limits do not qualify.

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TouchscreeniPublished touch-input support of the primary built-in display. A touchscreen status panel does not qualify.

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer ordinary brightness rating of the primary built-in display. Preserve published conditions in source notes. Not HDR peak, outdoor peak or a reviewer measurement.

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Motherboard

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Motherboard

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Chipset

Intel HM8703Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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Motherboard form factoriMotherboard dimensions class, not the size of the computer case.

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Proprietary1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026System board is 182 x 160.57 mm, which is a HP-specific size and not a standard class.

CPU socket

FCBGA21144Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

FP111Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP: Processor Socket Single BGA-2077. AMD names the package FP11.5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026CPU Socket FP11.

Expansion slotsiPhysical card slots and WLAN M.2 slots. Storage M.2 slots belong in storage_slots. Mechanical slot shape and electrical lane width are separate.

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BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Mechanical slot type	Electrical lanes	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 E-key	2	3	1	Yes

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Internal Slot M.2-E: 1 PCIe Gen 3 x2. The factory wireless card is a MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 M.2 card, so the slot is occupied. The two M.2-M slots are in storage_slots.

PCIe x16 slotsiCounts mechanically x16 card slots, including occupied slots. A slot may have fewer electrical lanes.

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Free expansion slotsiCounts slots documented as unoccupied. GPU thickness can block access to an unoccupied slot.

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Fan headersiPhysical connectors for fans on the motherboard, not the number of installed fans.

33Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Hardware Monitor Subsystem explicitly states three fan headers. Block diagrams name CPU, GPU and memory fan connections. Header counts are not treated as rotor counts, and total three-fan marketing count includes excluded GPU/CPU-cooler fans, so fans is omitted.

11Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026System Board: CPU Fan Header Yes. Memory, chassis and front PCI fan headers: None.

Overclocking in BIOSiTrue when BIOS permits CPU or memory tuning. Source notes must distinguish XMP or EXPO memory tuning from CPU multiplier overclocking.

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Processor

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Processor

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 3951Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table: AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 395, 16 cores, 32 threads, 5.10/3.00 GHz, 64 MB cache, Radeon 8060S.

Processor brand

Intel4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

AMD5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Processor codenameiChip maker's processor or platform codename. This is separate from each core's architecture name.

Arrow Lake4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

Strix Halo5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Core configurationiOne row per stated core category. Apple super cores are distinct from performance cores. Clock values describe that category.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max core turbo clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.7	5.4
Efficiency	16	2.1	4.6

Source4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026275HX CPU Specifications: 8 P cores at 2.7 GHz base / 5.4 GHz turbo, 16 E cores at 2.1 GHz base / 4.6 GHz turbo, 24 threads, 36 MB Intel Smart Cache, TSMC N3B CPU node, base power 55 W, FCBGA2114, Intel Graphics, Intel AI Boost peak 13 TOPS Int8. ECC memory support explicitly No. Intel maximum turbo power 160 W is not a configured ASUS PL2 and is omitted. ASUS cTDP range 45-75 W is dependent on thermal mode and not a documented single maximum PL2.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Core type	Count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max core turbo clock (GHz)
Performance	16	Zen 5	3	5.1

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table: 16 cores, 5.10 GHz max boost and 3.00 GHz base. The 16 Zen 5 cores are one category with one set of clocks.

CPU cores

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Performance coresiCounts rows explicitly classified as performance cores. Apple super cores are stored separately and excluded.

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Efficiency coresiCounts efficiency and low-power efficiency cores. Zero means a complete stated core configuration has no such cores.

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Threads

244Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

325Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Max core turbo clockiHighest core-category turbo or boost clock in cpu_clusters. Separate favored-core or processor-level boost ratings are not substituted for a category's published turbo clock.

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L3 cache

36MB4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 20266Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1901680-REG/asus_rnuc15jnk9x28aau_rog_nuc_mini_desktop.htmlRead 5 October 2026

64MB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table: cache 64 MB. AMD lists L3 64 MB and L2 16 MB.

CPU core process nodeiPublished CPU-core fabrication node. Package components and I/O dies may use other nodes. Maker node name belongs in the source note.

3nm4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

4nm5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026Processor Technology for CPU Cores: TSMC 4nm FinFET. The I/O die is also TSMC 4nm.

CPU base power (chip rating)iChip maker's base-power or default-TDP rating. It is not measured wall power or the PC maker's configured power limit.

55W4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

55W5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026Default TDP 55W. AMD cTDP is 45-120W. HP's configured power is in cpu_power_max_w.

Peak CPU power (configured)iPower limit configured by the PC maker, such as PL2 or PPT. Do not substitute the chip maker's maximum turbo-power rating.

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120W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Processors table lists TDP 120 W for the 395, and the noise table labels the top build AMD FP11 Strix Halo 120W. This is HP's configured power for this chip. AMD's default TDP is 55 W with cTDP 45-120 W.

Unlocked multiplier

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NPU performanceiPublished NPU throughput only. GPU, total-system AI throughput and different precision modes are separate. Precision belongs in the source note.

13TOPS4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

50TOPS2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Copilot+ PC: up to 50 NPU TOPS. AMD also lists NPU TOPS up to 50 and overall TOPS up to 126. The precision is not stated.5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen-pro/ai-max-pro-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-pro-395.htmlRead 15 October 2026AI Engine: NPU TOPS up to 50, overall TOPS up to 126.

Integrated GPU

Intel Graphics4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

AMD Radeon 8060S1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Radeon 8060S for the Ryzen AI MAX+ PRO 395, using unified system memory.

Cooling

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CPU cooler

Air5Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 2026

Air1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cooling Solution: Air cooled forced convection. HP's page calls the APU cooling phase change. No fan model or fan count is published.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Cool and Quiet: phase change APU cooling, 3D mesh air intake and fans. The stored enum is air because QuickSpecs says air cooled forced convection.

CPU cooler model

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Radiator size

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Radiator position

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Case fansiInstalled chassis airflow fans, including radiator fans. Excludes GPU, PSU and standalone CPU-cooler fans. Count fan rotors, including multiple rotors in a single-frame assembly. A mini PC whose only fan cools the processor and moves the air through the case counts that fan.

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Number of case fansiSum of documented chassis and radiator fan rotors. Excludes GPU, PSU and standalone CPU-cooler fans.

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Graphics

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Discrete GPU

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Graphics Info: Integrated graphics for every APU option.

GPUiDiscrete graphics chip. Integrated graphics belong in integrated_gpu.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

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GPU brand

NVIDIA1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

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Graphics card

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VRAM

16GB3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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VRAM type

GDDR73Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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GPU board poweriConfigured total board power of the installed card. A chip-family reference rating is not proof of an OEM card limit.

175W3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed page 9 NUC15JNKU9X9 column: RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 150 W plus 25 W Dynamic Boost, maximum 175 W. Dynamic Boost is conditional on shared CPU/GPU thermal and power budget. Chip-family reference power, generic desktop RTX 5080 ratings and transient measured clocks are excluded.

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GPU boost clockiPublished boost clock for the installed graphics card and mode. Do not use a measured transient clock or another board model's rating.

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Graphics card length

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Graphics card thicknessiCard thickness in PCIe bracket-slot units, such as 2.5. This is not the number of connectors or motherboard slots.

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GPU power connector

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Memory

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RAM

32GB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

64GB6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 202664GB LPDDR5X soldered. The description says 8533MT/s, which conflicts with HP's 8000 MT/s.

RAM type

DDR51Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

LPDDR5X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Solder-down LPDDR5x.

Configured RAM speediMemory transfer rate configured on delivery. A rated XMP or EXPO profile may be faster when it is disabled.

6,400MT/s9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Default-profile sample Armoury Crate screenshot shows memory frequency 6400, and CPU-Z 2.16.0 Memory tab shows DDR5, 32 GB and DRAM clock 3196.4 MHz. Stores nominal configured 6400 MT/s, not a module SPD rating. Exact matched two 16 GB CSO-DIMM configuration. Installed supplier parts are not guaranteed for every US unit.

8,000MT/s1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP: up to 8000 MT/s LPDDR5x. A retailer SmartBuy description says 8533MT/s. HP's own documents say 8000, so 8000 is stored. A review teardown (BabelTech, 128GB unit) reports LPDDR5X-8533 chips with an effective 8000 MT/s.

Rated kit speediRated memory-kit or profile speed. This can differ from the speed configured on delivery.

6,400MT/s1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026Included memory is DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMM. This states module rating. Nominal stock configured 6400 MT/s is now separately verified by the matching ALKtech default-profile sample captures. Module rating and configured rate remain separate fields. Clocked SO-DIMMs use the schema sodimm physical connector class. Maximum 96 GB requires two 48 GB ordinary DDR5 SO-DIMMs at up to 5600 MT/s. The same CPU and GPU are retained.

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Memory kit

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RAM upgradeiHow installed memory is physically attached. Purchase-time capacity choices do not mean memory can be upgraded later.

Slots1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Soldered1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Memory: Solder-down. Purchase-time choice of 16, 32, 64 or 128GB depending on the APU.

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable memory connectors, with one row per occupancy state. Package-integrated memory is not a DIMM slot.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Slot	Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
SO-DIMM	2	Yes	16

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

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RAM slots

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Free RAM slots

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Max RAM for this CPU and GPUiMaximum stated capacity without changing the CPU or GPU configuration represented by this product. For integrated memory this is a purchase-time limit. For slot-based RAM it is the maker's supported upgrade limit.

96GB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

128GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Maximum Memory 128GB for the 395. It is a purchase-time limit.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Up to 128 GB unified memory, with up to 96 GB assignable to the GPU.

ECC memoryiSystem-level ECC memory support or configuration. DDR5 on-die ECC alone does not establish this field.

No4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026

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Storage

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Storage

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Installed drivesiInstalled drives, one row per physical drive. Capacity is in decimal GB. Use the generic SSD option when its protocol is not published. It does not establish an interface or socket. Do not represent alternative purchase capacities as installed drives.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Capacity (GB)	Type	PCIe generation
2,000	NVMe SSD	4

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026Exact SKU includes one 2 TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Decimal capacity is 2000 GB. Source does not fix drive vendor/model. No optional second drive is counted as installed.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Capacity (GB)	Type	PCIe generation	Drive
1,000	NVMe SSD	4	HP 1TB 2280 PCIe-4x4 Value M.2 SSD

Source6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Description: 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe 2280 Value 4X4 SSD. HP's QuickSpecs names this HP 1TB 2280 PCIe-4x4 Value M.2 SSD. The model name is HP's, not the NAND maker's.

Storage slots and baysiPhysical SSD connectors and drive bays, counted once each. Multiple supported M.2 lengths or alternative bay uses do not create extra slots.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Form factor	Interface	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	1	No

Source3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Board layout and storage summary document two M.2 2280 Key-M NVMe-only connectors, one Gen4 x4 and one Gen5 x4. Matching review has one factory 2 TB drive and one free connector. The review does not identify which physical connector contains the factory Gen4 drive. Occupancy groups therefore retain one occupied and one free socket, both x4, without assigning a generation to either group. No Gen5 capability is transferred to the installed Gen4 SSD. Source confirms overall Gen5 maximum but schema derives it from rows, so it remains unavailable when that correlation cannot be proved. No SATA bay is inferred.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	No

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Internal Slot M.2-M: 2 PCIe Gen4 x4. HP's SSD options are all 2280. The stored configuration has one drive installed and one slot free.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Up to 8TB with dual NVMe modules and RAID.7Reviewcreativebloq.com/tech/laptops/hp-z2-mini-g1a-workstation-review-jumbo-sized-computing-performanceRead 15 October 2026Review opened a 128GB and 2TB unit: the removable casing shows an extra M.2 slot that can take a second SSD. This matches QuickSpecs two M.2-M slots with one drive installed.

M.2 slots

2=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

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Free M.2 slots

1=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

1=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Free drive bays

0=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

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Fastest storage-slot PCIe generationiHighest documented PCIe generation of a storage slot. This does not identify the installed drive's generation.

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Power supply

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PSU rated outputiPower supply's rated output, or an external adapter's output rating. Maximum system consumption, peak PSU power and wall draw are separate.

330W2Owner's manualretailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed pages 15-16 explicitly identify supplied 330 W external power adapter, 19.5 V output, 16.9 or 16.92 A and rated 330.0 W. The scalar is the published adapter rating, not a calculation from rounded volts and amps. No 80 PLUS tier is claimed.

300W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Power Supply: 300W 92% efficiency wide-range with active PFC, internal. HP gives no 80 PLUS level, so the efficiency enum is left out. Form factor is not published.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026The 300W internal PSU supports the highest power CPU and GPU rich configurations.

PSU form factoriReplacement PSU dimensions class. Electrical standards such as ATX12VO belong in psu_atx_version. A supply built into an all-in-one is proprietary unless the maker names a standard size.

External adapter2Owner's manualretailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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PSU efficiencyiWhen an 80 PLUS and a Cybenetics level are both published, the 80 PLUS level is stored and the Cybenetics level goes in the source note.

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Modular cables

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PSU model

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ATX version

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Native 12V-2x6 cableiThe supplied PSU has a native 12V-2x6 GPU cable. A generic 16-pin connector description alone does not establish its revision.

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Ports

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User-facing I/O positioniLocation of the accessible front, top, side or bottom port panel.

Front1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Side1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP calls the panel Side I/O.

User-facing portsiAccessible front, top, side and bottom ports at the stated I/O position. Counts refer to physical connectors.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Power out (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	10	Not available
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2x2	1	20	15
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Not available	Not available

Source2Owner's manualretailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdfRead 5 October 2026System overview and Type-C specifications, printed pages 9-10, explicitly give front USB-C 20 Gbps with 5 V / 3 A maximum 15 W. Headline technical-table text calls it USB3.2 Gen2 / 10 Gbps but detailed user guide and front-view drawing say 20 Gbps, corroborated by exact SKU retailer. Detailed port specification wins. Rear TB4 supports 40 Gbps and output up to 18 W at 9 V / 2 A or 12 V / 1.5 A.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Power out (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	10	Not available
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort 2.1 Alt Mode	1	10	15
3.5 mm audio	Headphone and microphone combo	1	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Side I/O: headphone and microphone combo, 1 SuperSpeed USB Std-A 10Gbps (charge up to 5V/2.1A) and 1 SuperSpeed USB Type-C 10Gbps (Alt mode DisplayPort 2.1 with 15W output).

Rear portsiPhysical rear connectors, including motherboard and discrete-GPU outputs. Source notes identify disabled onboard video ports and any incomplete GPU output evidence. A video input, such as HDMI in on an all-in-one, is Other. AC power input is a mains inlet, such as C14, for a built-in power supply. DC in is for an external adapter.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	Power out (W)	DP Alt Mode	Connected to
USB-C	Thunderbolt 4 / USB4	1	40	Thunderbolt 4	18	Yes	Motherboard
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	4	10	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
HDMI	2.1 FRL	2	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Graphics card
DisplayPort	2.1	2	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Graphics card
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	2.5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
DC in	Not available	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source2Owner's manualretailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdfRead 5 October 20263Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Feature summary separates discrete NVIDIA two HDMI 2.1 FRL plus two DisplayPort 2.1 outputs from Intel processor Thunderbolt 4 output. No accepted timing tables or reference GPU output capability are used to invent model-specific refresh maxima.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Connected to
Ethernet (RJ45)	2.5GbE	1	2.5	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
Mini DisplayPort	DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR10	2	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	10	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-A	USB 2.0	2	0.48	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-C	Thunderbolt 4	2	40	Thunderbolt 4	Yes	Motherboard
Other	Power connector	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear I/O: 1 RJ-45 (2.5GbE), 2 Mini DisplayPort 2.1, 2 SuperSpeed USB Std-A 10Gbps, 2 Hi-Speed USB Std-A 480Mbps, 2 Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C 40Gbps and the power connector. Two optional Flex IO modules add ports and are not counted. The stored model number lists no Flex IO option. The Mini DisplayPort, USB-C and Thunderbolt outputs come from the APU graphics. The HP page names the Mini DisplayPort version as 2.1 UHBR10.2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026Packed with Ports lists 2 x Mini DP 2.1 UHBR10, 2 x USB2-A, 2 x USB3-A 10Gbps, USB4-C 40 Gbps/TBT4, 2.5GbE DASH and two Flex IO slots on the back, plus USB-C 10 Gbps with alt DP mode and USB-A 10 Gbps on the side.

User-facing USB portsiPhysical USB-A and USB-C connectors on the accessible front, top, side or bottom panel.

3=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

2=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

User-facing USB-C portsiPhysical USB-C connectors on the accessible front, top, side or bottom panel, including Thunderbolt and USB4 sockets.

1=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

1=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

Rear USB ports

5=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

6=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

ThunderboltiThunderbolt documented in the rear-port table. Front-panel-only Thunderbolt is not covered by this derived field.

Yes=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Yes=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Ethernet speed

2.5Gbps=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

2.5Gbps=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Discrete GPU output portsiCounts rear connectors explicitly attributed to the discrete graphics card. A partial rear-port table cannot establish the card's complete output count.

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Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Wi-Fi 71Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Networking and Communications lists a MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 card.

Wi-Fi bandsiBands explicitly supported by the installed radio and product region. Do not infer 6GHz use solely from a Wi-Fi version.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Wireless feature summary explicitly supports 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz. Technical Product Specification calls radio Killer BE1750x, while exact live SKU table says Intel BE200. Wi-Fi module model is omitted because this label difference was not resolved. Both maker sources agree on Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. Bluetooth version may change with OS. US reference supports stated bands, not every regional restriction.

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Wi-Fi module

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MediaTek MT79251Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Networking and Communications: MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 BT 5.4 wireless card M.2 AIM-T. Only one wireless card option is listed.6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026

Wi-Fi antenna

Internal7Reviewpcworld.com/article/2886749/rog-nuc-2025-review.htmlRead 5 October 2026

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Bluetooth

5.41Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

5.41Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Same card line: BT 5.4.

Ethernet controller

Intel Killer E3100G3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Realtek RTL8125BPH1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026System Board: 2.5GbE controller RTL8125BPH with WOL and AIM-T management.

Camera and audio

None of 5 known

WebcamiPublished built-in camera description and resolution. Keep sensor megapixels, video resolution and named camera features distinct in the source note. External bundled cameras do not qualify.

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Built-in speaker driversiPhysical built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Audio channels, system beepers and external bundled speakers do not count. Do not infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

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Total speaker poweriManufacturer stated combined output of the built-in speakers. Preserve power basis in source notes. PSU ratings and external speaker output do not qualify.

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MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones. Beamforming channels and microphone modes do not count.

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Audio featuresiPublished built-in audio capabilities and their required software or accessories. Do not infer hardware from an audio brand name.

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Lighting

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RGB lighting

Yes5Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 2026

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Lit parts

Case strip7Reviewpcworld.com/article/2886749/rog-nuc-2025-review.htmlRead 5 October 2026Published front light strip is stored as case_strip. The RGB ROG logo is on the side panel, not the front. Schema has no side-panel lighting-zone option, so its location is omitted rather than map it to front_panel.

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Lighting standardiNamed physical RGB control or connector standard. ARGB lighting alone does not prove a 5V header or a standard connector.

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Lighting software

ASUS Aura Sync / Armoury Crate5Press releaserog.asus.com/us/articles/product-news/the-2025-rog-nuc-your-next-gen-mini-pc-for-tomorrows-aaa-gamesRead 5 October 20267Reviewpcworld.com/article/2886749/rog-nuc-2025-review.htmlRead 5 October 2026

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Software

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Operating system

Windows 11 Home1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Windows 11 Pro1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Preinstalled options Windows 11 Pro 64, Windows 11 Home 64, Linux-ready and Ubuntu 24.04. The stored SKU ships with Windows 11 Pro 64 per the retailer description.6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Windows 11 Pro 64 in the HP SmartBuy description.

OS family

Windows1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

Windows1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Windows 11 is the preinstalled OS of the stored SKU.

Control software

ASUS Armoury Crate7Reviewpcworld.com/article/2886749/rog-nuc-2025-review.htmlRead 5 October 2026

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Upgradeability

None of 4 known

Proprietary partsiParts or interfaces the maker or teardown identifies as requiring nonstandard replacements. Do not infer from a brand label alone.

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Max graphics card length

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Max CPU cooler height

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Warranty kept after upgradeiWhether the maker keeps the warranty after a user upgrade under the stated terms and market. Damage exclusions alone do not mean all warranty is void.

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

133points9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Exact tested hardware: Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, 32 GB DDR5-6400 and Micron 3500 2 TB SSD, Windows 11 Home. ASUS Singapore loan unit, not the stored US part number or Singapore retail 1 TB unit. Benchmarks & Test Setup explicitly leaves maker defaults: BIOS Balance Enabled, BIOS fan Performance, Armoury Crate Performance. BIOS 0027, ambient 30 C. GPU-Z 2.68.0 screenshot identifies Nvidia 581.15. This replaces earlier TechRadar 132/2011 results whose default profile was unproved.

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Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

1,930points9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Cinebench 2024 multi-core 1930 on the same exact matching default-profile sample. Cinebench R23 results are excluded.

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Geekbench single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Geekbench multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SSD sequential read (measured)iReviewer's sequential read test. A file-copy rate or maker's SSD rating is not a sequential read measurement. Test method belongs in the source note.

6,947MB/s9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026CrystalDiskMark 9.0.1 x64 screenshot: internal Micron 3500 2 TB SSD, SEQ1M Q8T1 read 6946.63 MB/s, three runs, 1 GiB, 16% used (302/1906 GiB). Rounded to 6947 for integer field. Same proved maker-default profiles and BIOS 0027. Vendor/model describes the measured sample only and does not become a guaranteed supplier BOM.

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Game frame ratesiReviewer measurements for this CPU, GPU, memory, storage and cooling configuration. Resolution, preset, ray tracing, upscaling and frame generation conditions belong in rows or source notes.

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Game	Width (px)	Height (px)	Preset	Upscaling	Ray tracing	Average FPS
Black Myth: Wukong	3840	2160	High	TSR, Super Resolution 100%	No	37
Black Myth: Wukong	2560	1440	High	TSR, Super Resolution 100%	No	67
Cyberpunk 2077	3840	2160	Ray Tracing Low, custom with upscaling off	Off	Yes	40.81
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1440	Ray Tracing Low, custom with upscaling off	Off	Yes	88.5
F1 23	3840	2160	Ultra High, TAA, 16x AF	Off	Not available	38
F1 23	2560	1440	Ultra High, TAA, 16x AF	Off	Not available	73
Shadow of the Tomb Raider	3840	2160	Custom, Ultra ray-traced shadows	Off	Yes	47
Shadow of the Tomb Raider	2560	1440	Custom, Ultra ray-traced shadows	Off	Yes	94

Source9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Eight in-game benchmark rows from the exact matching 32 GB / 2 TB loan unit, same proved maker-default BIOS/Armoury modes, BIOS 0027 and 30 C ambient. Wukong uses TSR 100%, DLSS off and frame generation off. Cyberpunk v2.3 uses RT Low modified to disable all resolution scaling and frame generation. F1 Ultra High uses TAA and 16x AF with upscaling off, its ray tracing and frame generation state is not separately reported. F1 4K screenshot version 1.21.1093537. Tomb Raider uses Custom settings and Ultra RT shadows, not a named Highest preset. 4K screenshot proves DX12, SMAA4x, DLSS and XeSS off and game v1.0 build 492.0_64. Minima are not average 1% lows. No Notebookcheck FPS are transferred without proof of its default profile.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

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Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

AASUS ROG NUC (2025)

Profile	Load	Distance (cm)	Noise (dB(A))
Performance	Idle	15	30.8
Performance	Gaming	15	45.2
Performance	Max load	15	45.1

Source10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Best-Mini-Gaming-PC-2025-Asus-ROG-NUC-15-with-GeForce-RTX-5080-Core-Ultra-9-review.1159781.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact tested 275HX/RTX 5080 Laptop/32 GB DDR5-6400/Micron MTFDKBA2T0TGD marketed 2 TB sample, 330 W adapter, Nvidia 581.15. Reviewer labels regional unit 90AS00I1, not US AAU. Published Performance energy profile. Its BIOS mode, fan profile and BIOS version are not reported, so factory-default status is not established. Earthworks M23R at 15 cm, ambient floor 25 dB(A). Idle maximum 30.8 from 29.5/29.8/30.8 table, maximum-load 45.1, Cyberpunk 2077 Ultra gaming 45.2. Rounded 30/45 prose is excluded. Sample header reports 115 W GPU including 25 W Dynamic Boost, distinct from maker 175 W conditional maximum. Only source-qualified noise/power observations are retained, not default-profile point scores or FPS.

BHP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation

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Highest measured fan noiseiHighest measured row in fan_noise_measured, not a theoretical maximum. Compare only at the same distance and test conditions.

45.2dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per load

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Measured fan noise at idleiHighest documented idle row in fan_noise_measured. Distance and ambient noise floor belong in the source note.

30.8dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per load

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CPU temperature in stress testiCPU temperature measured during the named sustained load. Source notes distinguish gaming loops from synthetic CPU or combined stress tests.

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CPU clock in stress testiSustained all-core CPU clock under the stated test. A P-core-only average is not a whole-CPU all-core clock.

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

77°C9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026HWiNFO64 GPU temperature average 77.0 C, not maximum 79.7 C or memory-junction 77.1 C. Actual workload: F1 23 in-game benchmark, 3840x2160 Ultra High, TAA, 16x AF, DLSS off, Singapore circuit, five laps (~9 minutes). BIOS Balance Enabled, BIOS fan Performance and Armoury Performance maker defaults, BIOS 0027, Nvidia 581.15, ambient around 30 C. HWiNFO64 version is not stated. CPU gaming temperatures do not populate CPU stress fields.

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Measured power

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Power draw idleiMeasured system power at the wall at idle. Certification or maker claims are not reviewer measurements.

37.1W10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Best-Mini-Gaming-PC-2025-Asus-ROG-NUC-15-with-GeForce-RTX-5080-Core-Ultra-9-review.1159781.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Metrahit Energy wall-power table: average idle 37.1 W, range 30-44.4 W. Same Performance test profile and matching 32 GB / 2 TB regional review sample. AC input voltage and BIOS/fan state are not reported, so no US mains or maker-default condition is inferred.

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Power draw gamingiMeasured system power at the wall during the stated game and settings.

297W10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Best-Mini-Gaming-PC-2025-Asus-ROG-NUC-15-with-GeForce-RTX-5080-Core-Ultra-9-review.1159781.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Metrahit Energy wall-power chart: Cyberpunk 2077, 1920x1080 Ultra, FSR off, mean 297 W (287-344 W). Same Performance test profile. DLSS, frame generation, game patch and AC input voltage are not specified. Separate from ALKtech F1 GPU-only 173 W software reading.

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Power draw maxiMeasured power at the wall during combined CPU and GPU stress. A PSU rating or game-only load is not this value.

347W10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Best-Mini-Gaming-PC-2025-Asus-ROG-NUC-15-with-GeForce-RTX-5080-Core-Ultra-9-review.1159781.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Combined Prime95 28.10 and FurMark 1.25 at 1280x720: wall-power peak 347 W, mean 292 W (260-347 W), Metrahit Energy. Same Performance profile. CPU-only Prime95 peak 246 W is excluded. Wall input can exceed rated 330 W adapter output and is not a substitute PSU rating.

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Power draw sleep or offiMeasured power at the wall with the stated sleep or off mode. These modes must be identified in the source note.

4.7W10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Best-Mini-Gaming-PC-2025-Asus-ROG-NUC-15-with-GeForce-RTX-5080-Core-Ultra-9-review.1159781.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Published Off/Standby row 1.3/4.7 W. Stores Standby 4.7 W only. ACPI sleep state and AC input voltage are not specified. Same regional sample and Metrahit Energy method.

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Sustained CPU power (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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GPU power while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

173W9Measurementalktech.co/articles/review-asus-rog-nuc-2025-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Same exact F1 five-lap workload and conditions: HWiNFO64 GPU-only software mean 173.0 W. Maximum 174.0 W is separate. This is neither wall/system gaming draw nor the 175 W maker TGP ceiling.

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Certifications

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ENERGY STARiExplicit certification status for the model or defined configuration scope. Absence from a search result is not proof of false.

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EPEATiPublished registration level. Missing registration evidence is not proof of none.

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Gold1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Additional Information: in compliance with IEEE 1680.1 (EPEAT) at the Gold level, and Eco-Label list says EPEAT Gold registered in the United States. This is a family statement and the EPEAT registry was not opened for this SKU.

Copilot+ PC

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Yes2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026HP's page labels the system Copilot+ PC with up to 50 NPU TOPS.

Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)iStandardized TEC from the named ENERGY STAR or EU product-information record. It is not a prediction of an individual user's annual energy use.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the boxiItems supplied with this exact configuration. Optional accessories and configurator add-ons are not guaranteed included.

ROG NUC (2025) mini PC, 330 W power adapter, Power cord, Safety/Caution/Regulatory insert, Warranty card1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026SKU accessories list adapter, power cord, safety/caution/regulatory insert and warranty card. Global note says some regional SKUs lack the cord. Exact US order number retailer confirms supplied power adapter and cable. Integrated fixed base is not treated as a separate boxed vertical stand. No mouse or keyboard is included.6Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1901680-REG/asus_rnuc15jnk9x28aau_rog_nuc_mini_desktop.htmlRead 5 October 2026

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Included extrasiExtras confirmed supplied with the exact configuration. Optional bundles are excluded.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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3years6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026HP's description reads 1/1/1 with HP 3 year Onsite Workstation Bundled Support and the retailer's part name ends 3/3/3 WTY. QuickSpecs gives a standard one-year 1-1-1 warranty for the family, so other SKUs may differ. Stored as the SKU's bundled 3 years in the US.

Warranty service

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On-site1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026Service, Support, and Warranty: on-site, next business-day service for parts and labor.6Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/BN4G0UTABA/Hp-195/HP-Z2-Mini-G1a-Workstation--1-x-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-PRO-395--64-GB--1-TB-SSD--Mini-PC--Jet-Black--BN4G0UTABARead 15 October 2026Bundled support is on-site, matching QuickSpecs on-site next business-day service.

Links

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Product page

rog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-20251Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/desktops/mini-pc/rog-nuc-2025/specRead 5 October 2026

www.hp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.html2Maker product pagehp.com/us-en/workstations/z2-mini-a.htmlRead 15 October 2026HP's Z2 Mini G1a workstation page. HP's US store product page was not reachable, so the stored SKU's availability comes from the retailer listing.

Spec sheet

www.barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdf3Maker spec sheet (PDF)barcodesinc.com/media/pdf/Asus/ROG_NUC_2025.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original ASUS-authored E26031 First Edition May 2025 Technical Product Specifications, opened in full. Applies only NUC15JNK BIOS JNARL579. SKU table covers NUC15JNKU9X9 with 275HX / RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. Neither a barebone NUC15JNK-B specification nor a 2026 NUC16 document is used.

cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_131041810_1786031924_7283_887348.pdfRead 15 October 2026HP QuickSpecs c09133726, a reseller-hosted copy of the HP document. Its first pages are stamped Version 10 (February 24, 2026) and later pages Version 11 (July 31, 2026). HP's own download link was not reachable.

Manual

retailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdf2Owner's manualretailerno12.netset.eu/pdf/679DB2A9-4BE1-43E4-A976-B77F9D185DD6.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original ASUS-authored E25459 First Edition March 2025 User Guide, NUC15JNK, opened in full from public retailer mirror. Manufacturer support and Technical Product Specification also opened. This is the maker document itself, not a generated third-party guide.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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