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ASUS

ASUS NUC13ANKH5 Slim Barebone Kit Core i5-13420H DDR4 barebone mini PC

SKU CH-MFV3-Q3EKA MPN NUC13ANKH5

A compact barebone kit with a 13th Gen Core i5-13420H, dual-channel DDR4 support up to 64 GB, dual M.2 NVMe slots, Thunderbolt 4, 2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

  • ProcessorIntel Core i5-13420H
  • Form factorSlim
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
  • Processor cores8-Core (4P+4E)
  • Installed memoryNo Memory
  • RAM slots2 × 260Pin SO-DIMM

Model Barebone

  • 13th Gen Intel Core i5-13420H with 8 cores for responsive performance
  • Ultrasmall 4x4 form factor with VESA mount for flexible placement behind monitors
  • 5Gbps Ethernet plus Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wired and wireless links
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI outputs drive up to quad 4K 60Hz or single 8K displays
  • Qualified 24/7 operation with Kensington lock slot and cable locking arm for security

Purpose-built slim barebone

The ASUS NUC13ANKH5 is a 4x4 mini PC barebone kit built around a 13th Gen Intel Core i5-13420H processor with eight cores and integrated Intel UHD Graphics. It targets businesses and integrators who need a compact, VESA-mountable platform for digital signage, kiosks or office workloads. Buyers must supply their own DDR4 SO-DIMMs and NVMe storage to complete the system.

Sustained-load behaviour

Qualified for 24/7 operation, the chassis is designed to dissipate heat from the 13420H during continuous workloads without throttling in typical commercial scenarios. The included Kensington lock slot and cable locking arm add physical security for unattended deployments. No memory or storage is pre-installed, so thermal characteristics will vary with the chosen components.

Interface practical limits

Dual Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports enable up to one 8K or four 4K@60Hz displays, while the Intel i226V controller provides 2.5Gbps wired Ethernet. Wireless connectivity uses Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3. Storage expansion is limited to one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 slot and one M.2 2242 PCIe Gen3 slot, both keyed for NVMe.

How it compares

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Price $352.99
Cheaper than about 76% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineNUC 13 Pro
Model nameNUC13ANKH5
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5-13420H
Processor cores8-Core (4P+4E)
Memory
Installed memoryNo Memory
RAM slots2 × 260Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR4 3200
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Dual-channel supportYes
Storage
Installed storageNo Hard Drive
M.2 slots1 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 × 4 NVMe SSD Slot (key M)
1 x M.2 2242 PCIe Gen3 NVMe SSD Slot (key B)
2.5" internal bays1 × 2.5 in SATA 6Gb/s support for HDD (supports up to 4 TB)
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel UHD Graphics
Audio & video
Built-in audioRealtek ALC269
Channel count2 Channel
Connectivity
LAN connectionIntel i226 V
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+), 2 × 2
Bluetooth support5.3
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (with BC1.2 5 V/0.9A, 10 Gbit/s)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (5 V/0.9A, 10 Gbit/s)
Front audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm Audio Jack (Line out/Mic in/Headphone out)
HDMI ports2 x HDMI 2.1 (with TMDS, up to 4K@60 Hz)
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 4 (with DP1.4 / 5 V/3A, 40 Gbit/s)
Rear USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (5 V/0.9A, 10 Gbit/s)
1 x USB 2.0 Type-A (5 V/0.5A, 480 Mbit/s)
Ethernet port1 x Intel 2.5G LAN (RJ45)
Additional rear ports1 x Kensington Lock Slot
1 x Cable Locking Arm
1 x DC-in
Power
Power supply120 W Power Adapter
Size & build
Form factorSlim
Product dimensions4.61 in × 4.41 in × 2.13 in
Product weight1.3 lb (0.59 kg)

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Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Core i5-13420H get when the NUC13ANKH5 runs 24/7?

The NUC13ANKH5 is qualified for 24/7 operation, meaning its cooling solution is designed to handle continuous load from the 8-core Core i5-13420H without throttling or excessive noise in typical office ambient temperatures.

Which DDR4 SO-DIMMs and M.2 NVMe drives do I need to buy separately to complete this barebone kit?

You must add two 260-pin DDR4 3200 SO-DIMMs up to 64 GB total and at least one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD for the primary slot; a second M.2 2242 PCIe Gen3 NVMe SSD is optional for extra storage.

Will my older 4K 60 Hz monitors work with the Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI ports on this NUC?

Yes, the dual Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports and dual HDMI outputs support up to quad 4K at 60 Hz, so existing 4K 60 Hz displays connect directly without adapters.

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