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ASUS

ASUS RNUC14MNK150000U barebone mini PC N150 16GB DDR5 2.5G Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3

SKU CH-6MN5-G73ZP MPN RNUC14MNK150000U

Barebone mini PC with Intel N150, DDR5 slot, triple 4K display support, 2.5 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3

  • ProcessorIntel N150 Processor 4 Cores / 4 Threads 3.6 GHz 6 W TDP, 6
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
  • Installed memoryNo Memory
  • RAM slots1 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
  • Supported memoryDDR5 4800
  • Maximum supported memory16 GB

CPU Type Intel Processor N150

  • Compact 0.56L chassis fits tight spaces
  • Intel N150 processor with 4 cores at 3.60 GHz
  • DDR5-4800 memory support up to 16GB
  • Triple 4K display outputs via DP, HDMI, USB-C
  • 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity

Essential mini PC for light workloads

The ASUS NUC 14 Essential is a barebone mini PC built around the Intel N150 processor with four cores and four threads at 3.60 GHz. It ships without memory or storage, offering one DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM slot supporting up to 16 GB and a single M.2 2280/2242 slot for PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe or SATA SSDs from 128 GB to 4 TB. The 0.56 L chassis includes VESA mount hardware for space-constrained desks or digital-signage installs.

Sustained load behaviour

The N150 operates at a 6 W TDP with passive cooling inside the compact enclosure, so extended workloads run at the base frequency without thermal throttling. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics with 24 execution units at 1 GHz handles desktop compositing and 4K video decode steadily, but the single memory channel and 6 MB Smart Cache limit throughput for prolonged compute or heavy multi-tab browsing compared to higher-power parts.

Interface and expansion limits

Triple display output is provided through HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and the front USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port, each driving up to 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz. Networking uses a 2.5 GbE Realtek controller plus Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3. Only one M.2 slot exists, so storage cannot be mirrored or tiered internally, and the single SO-DIMM slot caps memory at 16 GB in single-channel mode.

How it compares

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Price $191.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineNUC 14 Essential
Model nameRNUC14MNK150000U
Part numberRNUC14MNK150000U
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel N150 Processor
4 Cores / 4 Threads
3.6 GHz
6 W TDP, 6 MB Intel Smart Cache
Memory
Installed memoryNo Memory
RAM slots1 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR5 4800
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
M.2 slotsUp to (1) internal storage drive: 1 x M.2 2280/2242 PCIe Gen3 × 4 NVMe or SATA SSD (empty) ( supports 128 GB ~ 4 TB )
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntegrated - Intel Graphics
1 GHz
24 Execution Units
DisplayPort 1.4 Max Resolution: 4096 × 2160@60 Hz
HDMI Max Resolution: 4096 × 2160@60 Hz
Supports Triple Displays
Connectivity
LAN connection1 x Realtek RTL8125BG-CG (2.5 GbE)
Wi-Fi standardIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+), 2 × 2
Bluetooth support5.3
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (5 V/3A, 10 Gbit/s)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (5 V/0.9A, 10 Gbit/s)
Front audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm Audio Out
Other front ports1 x Power Button with LED
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1 (with TMDS, up to 4K@60 Hz)
DisplayPort connectors1 x DisplayPort 1.4
Rear USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (with DP1.4 / 5 V/3A, 10 Gbit/s)
2 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 Realtek 2.5G LAN
Power
Power supply19 V DC-IN
65 W 19 V AC-DC Adapter
Size & build
Product dimensions5.31 in × 4.53 in × 1.42 in (in inches) (0.56L)
Product weight2.05 lb (0.93 kg)
Shipping weight1.20 kg
Package size203 × 170 × 104 mm

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Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the Intel N150 run when the mini PC is on all day?

The processor has a 6W TDP, so it generates little heat and the small fan stays quiet during continuous use.

Which DDR5 SO-DIMM and M.2 SSD do I need to add before the system will boot?

Install one 262-pin DDR5-4800 module up to 16GB and one M.2 2280 or 2242 PCIe Gen3x4 NVMe or SATA drive from 128GB to 4TB.

Will the HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 outputs drive my older 1080p monitors alongside a new 4K screen?

Yes, both ports support up to 4096x2160@60Hz and will downscale to 1080p, allowing triple-display mixes of old and new panels.

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