Intel NUC 12 (SNK) vs MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)
Comparison summary
- For performance MSECORE AI Mini has a faster processor.
- For displaying graphics Intel NUC 12 has a lot better graphics card.
- AI Mini is cheaper.
- AI Mini is slimmer and smaller in size.
Intel NUC 12 (SNK)
MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97)
Compare specifications
| Intel NUC 12 (SNK) | MSECORE AI Mini (MAR97) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS |
| 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 | |
| Intel Arc A770M | Radeon 780M |
| Weight | |
| - | 4.41 lbs (2 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 9.1 x 7.1 x 2.4 inches | 5.16 x 5.16 x 1.81 inches |
| (23.11 x 18.03 x 6.1 cm) | (13.1 x 13.1 x 4.6 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| - | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 22, 2024 | July 27, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $999.00 | $820.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $999.00 | $820.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Amazon.com description
Intel NUC 12 Enthusiast Mini PCs 14 Cores i7-12700H/Intel Arc A770M/32GB RAM/1TB SSD for Home/Audio-Visual/Business/Office (NUC12SNKi72)
Step into next-gen content creation with ultrasmall and versatile Intel NUC 12 Enthusiast Mini PCs—the first Intel NUC Mini PCs to feature Intel Arc discrete graphics.
Performance starts with an Intel Core i7-12700H processor and the new innovative performance hybrid architecture that delivers power and efficiency to stream, edit, record, browse, and play without skipping a beat.
Intel Arc discrete graphics offer a host of features to accelerate intense creative workflows, now and in the future. In addition to being the world’s first GPUs to support hardwareaccelerated encoding for AV1, Intel Arc GPUs feature AI accelerators, real-time ray tracing, and Intel Deep Link technology that harnesses the full power of the CPU and GPU to accelerate compute-intensive tasks.
Every system supports up to 32GB dual-channel DDR4 memory, 1TB SSD, three M.2 PCIe slots—including two Gen4 slots—and the latest in wireless connectivity with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Dream setups are made easy with horizontal or vertical placement and fast connections via two Thunderbolt 4 ports, one HDMI 2.1 ports, two DisplayPort 2.0 ports, six USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port and SD Express slot.
We are the Intel NUC Authorised Agent on Amazon. All products sold from GEEK+ are will automatically receive a 3-year free Warranty Service from Intel, You can go directly to the local Intel NUC offline after-sales location if any issue with the NUC Barebone part, or send us a message for help. Warm Tips: To ensure your privacy and security, please remove the Memory and SSD before aftermarket. Three-year warranty on RAM, SSD, OS provided by GEEK+!
ASIN: B0C9Q6QWGR
msecore AI Mini Gaming PC with Ryzen 9 7940HS Upto 5.2GHz, 32G DDR5 RAM, 1T PCIE4.0 SSD, Radeon 780M Graphics, 2.5G LAN, 2*HDMI, 1*USB-C, Triple Display, Wi-Fi 6e, VESA, Windows 11 Pro
【Comes with Powerful AMD Ryzen 9 Processor】This computer is equipped with AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor, 8 Cores 16 Threads, Base Clock 4.0GHz, Max. Boost Clock 5.2GHz. Support AI Engine Capabilities. AMD Radeon 780M is powerful than GTX1050Ti 4G. Compatible with sound card, external graphics card, docking station. 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, AI and complex tasks.
【RAM and Storage Expand】This desktop computer was preinstalled 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. 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: 2800 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 wireless WiFi also supports Gigabit. You have more options to deploy network. There are two wireless antenna, you could install them on the mini PC to enhance the signal.
【Compact Design】 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.
ASIN: B0CTY19TQQ