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ASUS NUC 16 Pro Mini PC NUC16GDKU5 Intel Core Ultra 5 325 8GB RAM 512GB SSD

SKU CH-E9NW-YHD46

Compact mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor, 8 GB DDR5 memory, 512 GB SSD, dual 2.5 Gb LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 and Thunderbolt 4 in a 144 × 117 × 42 mm chassis

RAM and SSD size 8GB RAM+512GB SSD

  • Intel Core Ultra 5 processor with 16 cores up to 4.5 GHz for demanding AI workloads
  • Dedicated NPU delivers 57 TOPS accelerating machine learning and data analysis tasks
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 plus dual 2.5G LAN for high-speed connectivity
  • MIL-STD 810H certified durability with fTPM 2.0 security for reliable enterprise deployment
  • Tool-free 144×117×42 mm chassis supports DDR5 7200 memory and PCIe 5.0 storage upgrades

Compact AI workstation

The ASUS NUC 16 Pro is a mini PC built around the Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor with sixteen cores and a maximum frequency of 4.5 GHz. Its integrated Intel Graphics and dedicated NPU deliver 57 TOPS of AI compute performance. The system ships with 8 GB of DDR5 memory and a 512 GB SSD in a 144 mm by 117 mm by 42 mm chassis. It targets developers and businesses that need local AI acceleration in a small footprint.

Connectivity ceiling

Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1, dual 2.5 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 provide high-speed wired and wireless links. The platform supports DDR5 at 7200 MT/s and PCIe 5.0 storage, but the installed memory and SSD capacity are fixed at the shipped configuration. Buyers who need more than 8 GB of RAM or more than 512 GB of storage cannot expand beyond the single SO-DIMM slot and single M.2 socket without replacing the fitted parts.

Tool-free access

The chassis opens without tools, exposing the memory slot and M.2 socket for straightforward upgrades. The dual-fan cooling system is designed for the processor's 45 W TDP envelope. Installers should verify that any added DDR5 module matches the 7200 MT/s specification and that the M.2 drive uses a PCIe 5.0 interface, otherwise the system may not boot or may throttle under sustained AI workloads.

How it compares

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Price $781.99
Pricier than about 71% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

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Brand nameASUS
Product lineNUC 16 PRO

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Questions about this item

Which configuration of the NUC 16 Pro should I choose for AI development workloads?

This unit ships with an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor featuring 16 cores and a dedicated NPU delivering 57 TOPS of AI compute, plus 8GB of DDR5 7200 MT/s memory and a 512GB PCIe 5.0 SSD.

What does the 57 TOPS NPU figure mean for real-world machine learning tasks on this mini PC?

The integrated AI Boost NPU provides 57 TOPS of dedicated inference acceleration, enabling fast local execution of AI models for development, data analysis, and inference workloads without relying on cloud processing.

What does Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 support on this system?

The two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports carry DisplayPort 2.1 signalling, allowing up to four external displays to be driven simultaneously alongside high-speed data and peripheral connectivity.

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