ASUS has officially introduced the NUC 14 Pro AI, a mini-PC that is specifically designed to help businesses, entertainment, and industrial applications. The new ASUS mini-PC comes powered by the Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) and is equipped with Microsoft Copilot+. Additionally, the device is touted as the world’s first AI-enabled mini PC, combining advanced AI capabilities, and compact design.
The ASUS NUC 14 Pro AI is equipped with a variety of processor options, including the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor with 32GB RAM, the Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 258V with 32GB memory, the Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 256V with 16GB memory, the Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 228V with 32GB memory, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 226V with 16GB memory, all with a cTDP of 30W.
It includes Intel Arc graphics with either 16GB or 32GB of memory, depending on the CPU model. Storage includes one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 slot that supports NVMe SSDs ranging from 256GB to 2TB. For wireless connectivity, the NUC 14 Pro AI is equipped with Intel Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, along with 2×2 MIMO support, and Intel 2.5G LAN provides a wired network.
Additionally, the mini PC has an internal digital microphone, an integrated mono speaker, and support for external smart amplifiers. For increased security, it offers the choice of a TPM 2.0 or fTPM 2.0 chip. A fingerprint module, a power button, a copilot button, one Thunderbolt 4 port (supporting DisplayPort 2.1), two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (5Gbps), and a front-facing audio jack are among the I/O options.
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Another Thunderbolt 4 (with DP2.1), two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (10Gbps), an HDMI port, a 2.5G RJ45 LAN port, and a DC-in port are all part of the rear I/O. Triple-display output is supported by the NUC 14 Pro AI through the HDMI and Thunderbolt ports.
The device’s physical dimensions are 130 x 130 x 34mm and it weighs only 0.53kg, making it a compact form factor. The mini PC is powered by a 120W power adapter with a 20V/19V DC input and 6.0A/6.32A output.