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ASUS ROG NUC 16 Mini Gaming Desktop, Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 7, Windows 11
- NVIDIA RTX-Accelerated AI Graphics: NVIDIA DLSS enhances smooth gameplay and realism, utilizing the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 mobile GPU for stunning visuals. Immerse yourself in your favorite titles while streamlining content creation.
- Hardcore Gaming Power: Engineered for hardcore gamers, the ROG NUC features the advanced Intel ARL-HX Refresh U9 290HX Plus chipsets that deliver exceptional responsiveness and efficiency for intense gaming sessions.
- Flex to Fit in 3L Size: ROG NUC offers flexible vertical & horizontal placement with a clean, sturdy stand that fits any workspace. Thumb screws enable tool-free access for memory and storage upgrades.
- Lag-Free Streaming: Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 5.4 ensure fast, uninterrupted online performance for competitive gaming, backed by a wide range of I/O ports to support all your essential gear.
- QuietFlow Cooling: ROG NUC’s three fans and dual Vapor Chamber ensure effective cooling and quiet operation (<4.5 BA), letting you truly hear the game.
- Premium ROG Aesthetics: Its sharp ROG design, refined details, and central light bar deliver strong gaming identity with Aura Sync and the additional Power Sync, the system brings even more seamless coordination to your setup.
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The ASUS ROG NUC 16 is a compact 3L gaming desktop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile GPU with 16GB GDDR7, 32GB DDR5 memory, and a 1TB SSD. It suits gamers and creators seeking high-performance hardware in a small workspace footprint.
Recommended For
- PC gamers with limited desk or living-room space who want to play demanding games on a compact, monitor-connected system rather than make room for a tower; hands-on coverage describes the NUC 16 as a 3-liter gaming PC and reports smooth gameplay in testing.
- Creators who need a small desktop for GPU-accelerated editing or design: a hands-on user tested a real 4K Premiere Pro project and reported being able to edit and export, with occasional hiccups on more demanding timeline sections.
- People who move a desktop between fixed setups or travel with their own monitor and peripherals, and value a small PC over an all-in-one laptop; the compact chassis is easier to relocate than a tower, though it still needs external power and a display.
- Users who want a compact creator or gaming PC but still expect to expand memory and storage later; ASUS supports memory and SSD upgrades, and the review unit had accessible memory slots and two M.2 slots.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Gaming, video editing, and everyday desktop use in a compact mini PC form factor |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, listed at 2.7 GHz with speeds up to 5.5 GHz and 36 MB cache |
| Graphics | Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 VRAM |
| Memory | 32 GB DDR5-6400 in 2 × 16 GB SO-DIMM modules; 2 memory slots, expandable to 64 GB |
| Storage | 1 TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD |
| Networking | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE200 (2×2), Bluetooth 5.4, and 2.5GbE LAN |
| Ports And Connectivity | Front: 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C and 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A. Rear: 1 Thunderbolt 4 Type-C and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A. Includes a combined line-out, microphone-in, and headphone-out audio jack |
| Display Outputs | 2 HDMI 2.1 ports supporting up to 8K at 60 Hz, 2 DisplayPort 2.1 ports, and Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Physical Design And Power | Black mini PC measuring 11.12 × 7.46 × 2.22 inches and weighing 7.05 lb; 380 W power consumption |
| Model Identifiers | ASUS ROG NUC 16; model RNUC16JNK9X289AU; part number 90AS00S1-M00260 |