Comparison of ASUS NUC vs MSECORE Mini (MAR77)
Comparison of MSECORE Mini (MAR77) vs ASUS NUC

ASUS NUC vs MSECORE Mini (MAR77)

Comparison summary

  • For displaying graphics MSECORE Mini has a bit better performing graphics card.
  • ASUS NUC has more memory.
  • Mini is cheaper.
  • NUC has a larger SSD for storage.
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ASUS NUC

MSECORE Mini (MAR77)

2026 modelBudget choice
AMD CPUBudget choice

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ASUS NUCMSECORE Mini (MAR77)
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games.
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-AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC.
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64gb32gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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Intel Arc 140TRadeon 780M
Weight
4 lbs (1.81 kg)4.41 lbs (2 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
5.16 x 5.16 x 1.81 inches
(13.1 x 13.1 x 4.6 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
2000gb SSD1000gb SSD
Release date
August 25, 2026April 25, 2024
Amazon.com List Price
$926.99$870.00
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$926.99$870.00
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ASUS NUC summary

ASUS NUC is a budget gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the Intel Arc 140T GPU that is poor for gaming.

ASUS NUC 15 Pro AI Mini Desktop Computer, Ultra 7-255H (Beats Ultra 7-240H)

Professional Upgrade Notice – The original seal was carefully opened to perform certified RAM/SSD upgrades. The upgraded RAM/SSD components are covered by a 3-year warranty from MichaelElectronics2. All other hardware remains covered by the original 1-year manufacturer warranty through MichaelElectronics2.

Unmatched AI & CPU Performance – Powered by the latest 15th Gen Intel Core Ultra 7‑255H processor (16 cores, 16 threads, up to 5.1GHz, 24MB cache, 6 performance cores) with integrated AI NPU acceleration, this mini PC delivers blazing speed for AI computing, multitasking, gaming, and professional workloads

Immersive Intel Arc Graphics & 8K Display Support – Built‑in Intel Arc 140T GPU enables 4× 4K monitor setups or 8K output via Thunderbolt 4, ensuring smooth visuals for content creation, video editing, streaming, and gaming.

High‑Performance Memory & Storage - Equipped with Customize 8GB/16GB/32GB/64GB DDR5 RAM and a Customize 256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB PCIe NVMe SSD, this mini PC delivers fast boot times, smooth multitasking, and responsive performance for demanding applications.

Advanced Connectivity Hub – Equipped with Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and Ethernet for lightning‑fast networking. Includes 2 HDMI 2.1, 2 Thunderbolt 4/USB4, USB 3.2 Type‑C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type‑A, and USB 2.0 for versatile device compatibility.

Compact & Durable Design – Premium black metal chassis with compact design and 120W PSU delivers desktop‑class performance in a space‑saving form factor. VESA mount support allows clean, organized setups for home office, business, or commercial environments.

Windows 11 Pro Pre‑Installed – Enjoy the latest features, security, and productivity tools with Windows 11 Pro (64‑bit), optimized for modern computing.

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MSECORE Mini (MAR77) summary

MSECORE Mini is an acceptably priced budget gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro. It has an outstanding AMD processor and plenty of RAM for its price. The computer has the Radeon 780M GPU that is unremarkable for playing games. You can run some games published this year using lower graphics settings, but you should check for games you want to play.

msecore Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, 32G DDR5 RAM, 1T PCIE4.0 SSD, Dual LAN, Support 1 * 2.5G, 2*HDMI, 1*USB4.0, 4K Triple Display, Wi-Fi 6e, Small Desktop Computer, VESA, Windows 11 Pro

【Comes with Powerful AMD Processor】This computer is equipped with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS processor, 8 Cores 16 Threads, Base Clock 3.8GHz, Max. Boost Clock 5.1GHz. The default TDP is 35-54W. You could use it not only for daily work, watching movies, but also could use it for some light games, video editing and complex tasks.

【RAM and Storage Expand】This desktop computer was pre-installed with 32G DDR5 RAM, 1T PCIE4.0 SSD, which can response more quickly than the PC with DDR4 RAM. There are two DDR5 RAM slots, support Max 64GB (32GB*2). And there is one M2 2280 SSD port. We will install Windows 11 Pro operating system on the M2 2280 PCIE4.0 SSD by default.

【Triple Display】The mini computer has three video outputs: 2*HDMI, 1*USB-C. The integrated graphics is AMD Radeon 780M, has twelve Graphics Core. Graphics Frequency: 2700 MHz. It supports 4K output and supports to connect three monitors at the same time, press "Windows" + "P" to set the multi display.

【Dual LAN Support】This mini PC supports two LAN. One LAN is 1G Gigabit Ethernet, the other is 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet. Built-in WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The WiFi 6e extend to 6GHz, and also support traditional 2.4GHz / 5GHz. It supports more wireless devices, and can decrease the delay of gaming or live. There are two wireless antenna, you could install them on the mini PC to enhance the signal.

【VESA Support】 The product size is 131*131*46MM (5.2*5.2*1.8inch), and its weight (including the power brick) is no more than 2KG. It will not take too much space on the desktop and it is convenient to carry it out. You could use the VESA mount to hang the mini PC behind the monitor. We provide 2 years hardware warranty. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will reply within 24 hours.

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