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Compact slim barebone mini PC with matte finish and tool-less chassis

ASUS

ASUS NUC15CRKU5 Core Ultra 5 225H barebone mini PC (Barebone System)

SKU CH-X513-NA0T9 MPN NUC15CRKU5

A slim barebone mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra 5 225H processor, Intel Arc graphics, dual-channel DDR5 support up to 96 GB, dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 for four 4K displays, 2.5 Gbps LAN.

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 225H
  • Form factorSlim
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
  • AI capabilityAI Ready
  • Installed memoryNo Memory
  • RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM

Configuration Barebone

  • Intel Core Ultra 5 225H with 14 cores up to 4.90 GHz delivers responsive compute for demanding workloads
  • Dual-channel DDR5 5600 support up to 96 GB enables smooth multitasking and heavy data tasks
  • Intel Arc graphics plus dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 drive up to four 4K displays
  • 48 L tool-less slim chassis allows quick memory and storage upgrades in a compact footprint
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 with 2.5 Gbps LAN provide fast, low-latency wired and wireless connectivity

Compact barebone for custom builds

The ASUS NUC 15 Pro NUC15CRKU5 is a new 0.48L barebone mini PC built around an Intel Core Ultra 5 225H processor with 14 cores and Intel Arc Graphics. It ships without memory or storage so integrators can choose DDR5-5600 SO-DIMMs up to 96 GB across two slots and two NVMe SSDs in 2280 and 2242 form factors. The platform targets commercial deployments and compact workstations that need Intel vPro manageability.

Display and I/O limits

Quad 4K output is supported through dual HDMI 2.1 ports and a Thunderbolt 4 connection with DisplayPort 2.1 signalling. Wired networking tops out at 2.5 Gbps via the Intel i226V controller, while wireless uses Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The single Thunderbolt 4 port shares bandwidth with display traffic, so driving four panels simultaneously reduces available throughput for attached peripherals.

Compatibility checklist

Verify that your SO-DIMMs are 262-pin DDR5 modules rated for 5600 MT/s; other generations will not fit. Confirm both M.2 slots accept NVMe PCIe drives — one 2280 and one 2242 — and that your SSDs match those lengths. Ensure your operating system supports Intel vPro and Arc Graphics drivers for full feature enablement.

How it compares

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Price $519.99
Cheaper than about 56% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineNUC 15 PRO
Model nameNUC15CRKU5
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 225H
Memory
Installed memoryNo Memory
RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR5 5600
Maximum supported memory96 GB
Dual-channel supportYes
Storage
Installed storageNo Hard Drive
M.2 slots1 x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe G4 × 4 SSD
1 x M.2 2242 NVMe PCIe x4 SSD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel Arc Graphics
Audio & video
Built-in audioIntegrated
Channel count7.1 Channel
Connectivity
LAN connectionIntel i226 V
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standard802.11ax
Bluetooth support5.4
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 × 2 Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
HDMI ports2 x HDMI 2.1 (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
1 x DC-in
Input120 W
Size & build
Form factorSlim
Product dimensions117 mm × 112 mm × 54 mm
Product weight1.3 lb (0.59 kg)
More details
AI capabilityAI Ready

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Questions about this item

Which DDR5 speed should I pick for the 262-pin SO-DIMM slots to reach the rated 96 GB maximum?

Install DDR5-5600 modules; the board runs them at that speed in dual-channel mode and supports up to 96 GB total across the two slots.

What does the 4.90 GHz boost clock on the 14-core Core Ultra 5 225H mean for everyday workloads?

The 4 P-cores can hit 4.90 GHz for bursty single-thread tasks while the 8 E-cores and 2 low-power E-cores handle background threads, keeping the system responsive under mixed loads.

How many 4K displays can I drive simultaneously over the Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1 ports?

Up to four 4K displays — two via the HDMI 2.1 ports and two more through the Thunderbolt 4 connection with DisplayPort 2.1 alt-mode.

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