This new range of mini PCs is characterized by offering modular design, so it is not necessary to use tools to add or replace its components, the same level of quality and materials that Intel already offered and with a large number of connectivity options to satisfy the most demanding needs.
Obviously, inside is the new range of Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. ASUS does not offer any model with the AMD processors with AI, since this would be one of the agreements it established with Intel when it bought this branch of business. ASUS’ new range of NUCs for AI tasks consists of several models.
NUC 14 Pro and NUC 14 Pro+
The range NUC 14 Pro and NUC 14 Pro+ available in configurations with the first generation of processors Intel Core Ultra 7 and with him Intel Core Ultra 9 They incorporate CPU, GPU and an NPU to perform Artificial Intelligence tasks locally, without the need for an Internet connection in a chassis of less than 0.5 liters.
They include support for Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6Esupport for DDR5 memory, 2 Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, NVMe SSD M.2 storage and a large number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports. Both models are perfect for office tasks and are prepared for AI integration, although they are the best option if the main use you are going to give it is related to this.
NUC 14 Pro AI
But, if we are looking for the most powerful ASUS NUC model in Artificial Intelligence tasks, we have to talk about the NUC 14 Pro AI. This model is managed by the Intel Core Ultra Series 2with an NPU that makes it compatible with Microsoft’s Copilot+.
The power of the NPU, which allows computers to add the tag Copilot+is 48 TOPS, which allows Artificial Intelligence tasks such as applications and generative tools to be carried out locally. But, also, thanks to the Intel Arc GPU that is found inside this model with a performance of 67 TOPS, making a total of 120 TOPS to unleash any type of AI tasks.
The NUC 14 Pro AI includes a microphone and a speaker built-in, so it is necessary to use headphones with a microphone to make video calls (although it is recommended to avoid environmental noises).
Regarding connectivity options, it offers support for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and Thunderbolt 4. Like the rest of the models with a tool-free design and has a volume of only 0.6 liters.
These new models are added to those already available on the market such as ROG NUC and the NUC 14 Performance Available with 1st generation Intel Core Ultra processors accompanied by graphics NVIDIA RTX 4060 wave RTX 4070.
