ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC (RNUC15U5) vs Intel NUC 12 (SNKi7)
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Comparison summary
- For performance ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC has a better processor. Intel NUC 12 has more memory.
- For displaying graphics NUC 12 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC is thinner and smaller in size.
- NUC 12 is cheaper.
ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC (RNUC15U5)
Intel NUC 12 (SNKi7)
Compare specifications
| ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC (RNUC15U5) | Intel NUC 12 (SNKi7) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Intel Core i7-12700H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| Intel Arc 130T | Intel Arc A770M |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 4.6 x 4.4 x 2.1 inches | 9.06 x 7.09 x 2.36 inches |
| (11.68 x 11.18 x 5.33 cm) | (23.01 x 18.01 x 5.99 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | |
| Release date | |
| November 9, 2026 | August 3, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,102.49 | $1,009.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,102.49 | $1,009.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 11 h agoIn stock DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. |
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC (RNUC15U5) summary
ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has a remarkable Intel processor plus enough memory for its price. The computer has the Intel Arc 130T graphics card that is weak for gaming. You can play some games published this year using lower graphics settings, but you should check for games you want to run.
ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini PC, Intel Series 2 Ultra 5 225H (14C/14T, Up to 4.9GHz), Mini Computers 16GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD, Win 11 Pro, Intel Arc 130T GPU, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 7, 8K HDR, VESA Mount
đ Powerful AI Performance in a Compact Design â Powered by Intel Series 2 Core Ultra 5 225H (14C/14T, up to 4.9GHz) and Intel Arc 130T GPU, this AI Mini PC delivers exceptional speed for multitasking, AI development, and creative workflows. With Win 11 Pro and support for 8K/Quad 4K HDR, this Mini Desktop PC ensures smooth, professional-grade performance in a compact form.
đ§ AI-Ready for Future Workflows â With built-in AI acceleration and optimized power efficiency, this Mini Computers unit is perfect for developers, educators, and researchers. Enjoy fast local AI model inference with no cloud required. The integrated NPU reduces power usage by up to 40%âideal for AI workloads in education, labs, or professional use.
đ§ Tool-Free Upgrades & Expandable Storage â Access your components in seconds with the tool-less chassis. This Small Desktop Computer supports 16GBâ64GB DDR5 RAM (up to 96GB) and blazing-fast 512GBâ2TB PCIe Gen4 x4 SSDs. Built-in 2.5" SATA slots provide even more storage flexibility, making it the perfect Micro PC for coding, creative work, and handling large data workloads with ease.
â Advanced Cooling & 24/7 Reliability â The Mini Desktop Computer features dual copper heat pipes, large mesh air inlets, and turbo rear fan for optimal cooling. Certified for 24/7 use and MIL-STD-810H durability, this Small PC runs whisper-quiet, even under heavy workloads or prolonged operation.
đ Versatile Connectivity & Stunning Visuals â This Mini Desktop PC includes Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C, WiFi 7 and BT 5.4 for blazing-fast transfers and smooth streaming. Supports up to 8K or four 4K HDR displays. With VESA mount compatibility, this Mini Computers solution fits into any workspace seamlessly.
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Intel NUC 12 (SNKi7) summary
Intel NUC 12 is a fair value gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro. It has an excellent Intel CPU plus plenty of RAM for its price. The computer has the Intel Arc A770M video card which is weak for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 40% of the games published this year.
Intel NUC 12 Enthusiast Gaming Mini PC for NUC12SNKi72 Serpent Canyon | with Core i7-12700H,Up to 4.7GHz, 32GB RAM,1TB PCIe SSD/Arc A770M / Thunderbolt 4 / WiFi6 / Win11 Pro
ăHigh Performance Gaming PCăIf you're looking for a small gaming pc that still packs a punch with its discrete graphics card, the ASUS Phantom Canyon is the perfect choice. Measuring only 9.1" x 7.1" x 2.4", this compact pc comes with a powerful discrete graphics card and integrated graphics card, pre-installed Windows 11 Pro
ăExperience the Ultimate PerformanceăEquipped with ASUS 11th Gen Core i7-12700H processor, 16GB GDDR6 Intel Arc A770M discrete graphics, Iris Xe Graphics, the ASUS NUC12PHKi7C mini gaming pc allows you to play games without worrying about the overheating or dropped frames, ensuring an uninterrupted gaming experience with smooth, full-frame rate performance
ăHigh Speed StorageăThe ASUS NUC12SNKi7 gaming desktop pc comes with 32GB(2x16GB) dual-channel DDR4-3200MHz RAM (expandable up to 64GB) and 1TB dual-channel PCle 4.0 SSD (supporting 2.5-inch SSD or SATA HDD - not included) for added storage and performance
ăA Small Gaming PC with Feature-Rich Portsă2 x Thunderbolt 4 ports, 6 x USB 3.2 ports, 1 x HDMI 2.1TMDS port, 2 x Mini DP2.0 port, 1 x i225-LM RJ45 2500Mbps Ethernet port, 2 x 3.5mm headphone/mic Jack, 1 x SDX Express Slot. Our Serpent Canyon mini gaming computer support 4K four screens display and up to 8K single screen display, easily connecting 4 monitors, reduce waiting time, efficiency doubled work and creation, which make Multi-Screen Collaboration
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