Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) vs HP Z2 Mini G1a (BN4F7UTABA)
Comparison summary
- For performance HP Z2 Mini G1a has a lot better processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, Intel NUC 11 has Windows 10 Pro and Z2 Mini G1a has Windows 11 Pro.
- For displaying graphics NUC 11 has a bit better performing graphics card.
- For carrying Z2 Mini G1a is lighter. It's also slimmer and smaller in size.
- NUC 11 is cheaper.
Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000)
HP Z2 Mini G1a (BN4F7UTABA)
Compare specifications
| Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) | HP Z2 Mini G1a (BN4F7UTABA) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-11700B | AMD Ryzen AI Max Pro 385 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 32gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | Radeon 8050S |
| Weight | |
| 16.2 lbs (7.35 kg) | 5.07 lbs (2.3 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.26 x 12.51 x 5.07 inches | 19.6 x 11.5 x 7.6 inches |
| (33.68 x 31.78 x 12.88 cm) | (49.78 x 29.21 x 19.3 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 17, 2025 | July 26, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,889.00 | $1,999.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,889.00 | $1,999.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Intel NUC 11 (RNUC11BTMi70000) summary
Intel NUC 11 is a gaming computer with Windows 10 Pro released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB video card which is satisfactory for gaming. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The computer doesn't come with the top Intel CPU, though enough RAM for its price.
Intel NUC 11 Extreme Kit 2022 Desktop 8-Core 11th Generation Core i7-11700B NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB GDDR6 32GB DDR4 1TB SSD Thunderbolt 4 Wi-Fi Windows 10 Pro Black w/ONT 32GB USB
[Latest Processor] 8-Core 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11700B (Base Clock 2.4GHz, Up to 4.8GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 24 MB Intel Smart cache, 8 cores, 16 threads)
[Powerful Graphics] NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 12GB GDDR6 Graphics. Outputs: 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPorts. Powered by 650W 80+ Gold internal power supply.
[Memory, Storage and OS] Upgraded to 32GB DDR4 SDRAM 3200 MHz | 1TB M.2 NVMe Solid Sate Drive | Windows 10 Pro
[Ports] Front/Top Panel Ports: 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Support Data Transfer and 10Gbps), 2x USB-A 2.0. 1x Card Reader, 1x Mic/Head Phone Combo, 1x Card Reader. Back Panel Ports: 2x USB-C Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (Support Data Transfer), 6x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps). 1x RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN.
[Miscellaneous] Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 (2X2), 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN; 12.51" x 5.07" x 13.26" inches, 16.2 lbs, Black. Free 32GB USB Drive.
ASIN: B0CPP62Y5B
HP Z2 Mini G1a (BN4F7UTABA) summary
HP Z2 Mini G1a is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2025. It has an exceptional AMD processor plus decent memory for its price. The computer has the Radeon 8050S video card that is weak for playing games. You can play 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings.
HP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation - Mini PC - 1 x AMD Ryzen AI MAX PRO 385-32 GB RAM - 1 TB SSD - Jet Black - Windows 11 Pro - AMD Radeon 8050S Graphics - NVMe Controller - 0, 1 RAID Levels
AI-powered Performance: Advanced AI capabilities integrated into the workstation for enhanced productivity and workflow acceleration
Number of Processors Supported: Supports 1 processor for optimized performance and efficiency
Number of Processors Installed: Comes with 1 processor pre-installed and ready to use
Processor Manufacturer: AMD processor technology delivering reliable and powerful computing performance
Processor Type: Ryzen AI MAX PRO processor with desktop CPU cores, discrete-like integrated graphics, and unified memory architecture
Memory and Storage Configuration: 32 GB RAM and 1 TB SSD with NVMe Controller for fast data access and ample storage capacity
Graphics Performance: AMD Radeon 8050S Graphics providing discrete-like performance for graphics-intensive projects and 3D rendering
Compact Mini PC Design: Space-saving mini workstation form factor in Jet Black that can be desk-mounted, monitor-mounted, or rack-mounted with internal power supply
Operating System and RAID Support: Windows 11 Pro operating system with RAID levels 0 and 1 support for data protection and performance optimization
ASIN: B0FF4V3HBK