ASUS
ROG NUC (2025)
Experience gaming redefined with the ROG NUC (2025) NUC15JNK. This ultra-small form factor PC packs a punch with Intel® Core™ Ultra 9/7 processors and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070/4060-series graphics, delivering superior performance for immersive gaming, seamless multitasking, and content creation. Customize your lighting with the addressable backlit ROG panel and ASUS AURA Sync. The tool-less 2.5-liter chassis design allows for easy integration and cleaning, while vertical or horizontal orientation offers flexibility. Connect effortlessly with 2.5Gb Ethernet, Intel® Killer® Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth® 5.3.
$2750.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
297
/ 2137
#297 in Desktop Computers
Price vs Category Average
+44%
Above average
Processor
9275
/ Intel Core Ultra HX
Who it's for
- Exceptional Power Density
- Premium ROG Cooling and Aesthetics
- Comprehensive High-Speed Connectivity
Who should skip it
- Significant Price Premium
- Limited GPU Upgrade Path
- Noise and Thermal Constraints Under Load
Key Specs
Processor
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
RAM
32 GB DDR5-6400 Mhz
Storage
2 TB NVMe SSD
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile GPU
Cooling
Three fans and Unified Vapor Chamber
Display Support
Up to Five 4K Displays
Connectivity
2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Form Factor
2.5-liter chassis
Features
- Superior performance with Intel® Core™ Ultra processors
- Immersive gaming with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ graphics
- Flexible placement with vertical or horizontal orientation
- Customizable addressable backlit ROG panel and AURA Sync
- Tool-less 2.5-liter chassis for easy access
- Expansive visual experience with support for five 4K displays
- Advanced connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
What customers say
The ROG NUC garners excitement for its unprecedented power packed into a compact chassis. Consumers praise the raw gaming and productivity performance from the latest components. The aesthetic design, featuring signature ROG styling and customizable RGB, is frequently called premium and visually appealing. Users celebrate the minimal desk footprint, confirming it is a true desktop replacement in a mini format. The primary concerns center on thermal management; under sustained heavy load, the fans become noticeably loud. Additionally, the premium pricing structure acts as a significant barrier. While enthusiasts accept the cost for the unique size and power blend, many find the price to performance slightly unfavorable compared to larger systems. Overall, it is a technological marvel, but buyers must accept the trade-offs of noise and cost inherent in maximizing power density.
Know before you buy
Yes, the chassis is designed for flexibility. You can orient it vertically or horizontally depending on your desk space and airflow requirements.
The ROG NUC supports up to five 4K displays simultaneously, making it an excellent choice for multi-monitor gaming setups or professional multitasking workstations.
The system features a tool-less 2.5-liter chassis, which allows you to open the case easily for routine cleaning or component maintenance without needing specialized tools.
Despite its small footprint, the ROG NUC utilizes a sophisticated cooling system featuring three fans and a unified vapor chamber to effectively manage heat from the high-performance processor and GPU.
The device comes equipped with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E for fast, low-latency wireless networking and Bluetooth 5.3 for reliable connections to your peripherals.
Yes, the ROG NUC features an addressable backlit panel that is fully compatible with ASUS AURA Sync, allowing you to synchronize the lighting effects with your other compatible gear.
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