Akasa
Akasa Plato PX Low profile fanless case for 8th Generation Intel NUC board (Provo Canyon)
Best silent enclosure for professional 8th Gen NUC mini-PC builds.
Introducing the Akasa Plato PX, a premium, low-profile fanless enclosure designed for 8th Generation Intel® NUC boards (Provo Canyon). Its robust aluminum construction acts as a passive heatsink, ensuring silent and reliable 24/7 operation. This case is ideal for building a quiet, high-performance mini-PC, offering support for triple 4K@60Hz displays via Thunderbolt 3 and dual HDMI. It also includes VESA mounting capabilities and a rear serial port for versatile integration into various environments.
$157.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
175
/ 898
#175 in Desktop Computer Cases
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
Material
Aluminium
/ Aluminium
Who it's for
- Minimalists seeking a sleek, space-saving desktop setup
- Audio engineers and office workers needing a silent workspace
- Industrial users requiring low-maintenance systems in dusty environments
Who should skip it
- Power users running intensive tasks prone to thermal throttling
- Beginners uncomfortable with delicate hardware assembly and thermal application
- Owners of non-Provo Canyon NUC boards seeking future-proof hardware
Performance breakdown
Thermal Efficiency
Robust aluminum chassis dissipates heat effectively without needing a single fan.
Acoustic Performance
Zero moving parts ensure completely silent operation for noise-sensitive environments.
Build Quality
Premium aluminum construction offers exceptional durability and a sophisticated aesthetic.
Space Efficiency
Ultra-slim profile fits discreetly behind monitors or in tight workspaces.
Installation Ease
Requires careful assembly but rewards users with a clean, professional build.
Connectivity Versatility
Includes essential legacy ports and supports triple display setups for productivity.
Key Specs
Material
Aluminium
Motherboard types
UCFF 4 X 4
Dimensions
247 x 240 x 38.5mm (W x D x H)
Drive bays
2.5 SSD/HDD (up to 9.5mm high)
Front I/O
2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, Power button, LEDs
Motherboard support
NUC8v7PNH / NUC8v7PNK / NUC8v5PNH / NUC8v5PNK / NUC8i3PNH / NUC8i3PNK
Security
Kensington lock
Cooling
Fanless design
Features
- Fanless aluminum cooling design
- Supports 24/7 sustained operation
- Powers triple 4K@60Hz displays
- Stylish front panel diamond effect
- Provides one rear serial port
- Enables quiet, high-performance mini-PC builds
- Supports VESA mounting
- Low profile for compact placement
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Akasa Plato PX for its exceptional silent operation and superior build quality. The solid, low-profile aluminum chassis functions effectively as a massive heatsink, instilling confidence in its longevity for professional and home theater use. The core delight is the complete elimination of fan noise, creating an acoustically invisible computing solution. While cooling is excellent for typical loads, heavy sustained stress may cause throttling, a trade-off for passive design. Some users find the installation intricate. Despite the higher cost, the premium quality, silent performance, and professional aesthetic justify the investment, making it a gold standard for fanless NUC enclosures.
Know before you buy
This case is specifically engineered for the 8th Generation Intel NUC 'Provo Canyon' boards. Supported models include the NUC8v7PNH, NUC8v7PNK, NUC8v5PNH, NUC8v5PNK, NUC8i3PNH, and NUC8i3PNK.
Yes, the entire aluminum chassis acts as a passive heatsink to dissipate heat efficiently. It is specifically designed to support reliable, silent, and sustained 24/7 operation without the need for internal fans.
Absolutely. The Akasa Plato PX includes VESA mounting capabilities, allowing you to attach it directly to the back of a compatible monitor for a clean, space-saving desktop setup.
The case features one internal drive bay designed to accommodate a 2.5-inch SSD or HDD with a maximum height of 9.5mm.
Yes, the case is designed to support triple 4K@60Hz display configurations. You can utilize the board's Thunderbolt 3 and dual HDMI ports to drive your multi-monitor setup.
Yes, the chassis includes a rear serial port, which is useful for industrial applications, legacy hardware integration, or specific professional environments that require serial communication.
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