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Compact square mini PC in matte black finish with front USB-C and dual HDMI ports

ASUS

ASUS RNUC16GDKU560006 barebone mini PC Intel Core Ultra 5 325 DDR5

SKU CH-5YWE-YH64H MPN RNUC16GDKU560006

Barebone mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor, dual DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, dual M.2 NVMe storage, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, dual 2.5G Ethernet and Thunderbolt 4 ports

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 325
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
  • Installed memoryNo Memory
  • RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
  • Supported memoryCSO-DIMM DDR5-6400 MHz
  • Installed storageNo Hard Drive
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor delivers efficient 45W configurable performance
  • Dual-channel DDR5-6400 SO-DIMM slots support up to 128GB memory capacity
  • Gen5x4 M.2 2280 plus Gen4x4 M.2 2242 slots enable flexible NVMe storage up to 8TB
  • Dual 2.5Gb Ethernet plus Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0 provide fast wired and wireless connectivity
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 and dual HDMI 2.1 drive up to 4K 60Hz displays

Compact barebone for custom builds

The ASUS NUC 16 Pro RNUC16GDKU560006 arrives as a barebone mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor already installed. It targets builders who want to choose their own DDR5 memory and NVMe storage rather than accepting a pre-configured kit. The 45W configurable TDP keeps thermal demands modest for small enclosures.

Dual M.2 slots and Thunderbolt 4 flexibility

Two SO-DIMM slots accept CSO-DIMM DDR5-6400 modules up to 64GB each. Storage uses one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 slot and one M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4x4 slot, each supporting 128GB to 8TB drives. Two Thunderbolt 4 ports carry DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4, while dual 2.5GbE RJ45, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 handle networking.

No memory or storage included

The box contains only the barebone system; no SO-DIMM modules or SSDs are supplied. Buyers must source compatible DDR5-6400 memory and NVMe drives to complete the build. Integrated Intel Graphics drive two HDMI 2.1 outputs at up to 4K 60Hz for multi-display setups.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineNUC 16 PRO
Model nameRNUC16GDKU560006
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 325
Memory
Installed memoryNo Memory
RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryCSO-DIMM DDR5-6400 MHz
Storage
Installed storageNo Hard Drive
M.2 slots1 x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 × 4 Support 128G~8 TB Nvme SSD
1 x M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 × 4 Support 128G~8 TB Nvme SSD
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel Graphics
Connectivity
LAN connectionIntel® Ethernet Controller I226-V, 2.5G
Maximum network speed10/100/1000/2500 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi standard802.11be
Bluetooth support6.0
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 × 1 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 (include DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4)
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
Ethernet port2x RJ45 (2.5Gb Ethernet)
Input19.5VDC, 6.32A
Power
Power supply120 Power adapter
Size & build
Product dimensions144 mm × 117 mm × 42 mm
Product weight720g

Questions about this item

Does Thunderbolt 4 on this NUC carry DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 for external displays?

Yes, the two Thunderbolt 4 ports each include DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4, so they can drive external monitors and high-speed peripherals simultaneously.

What physical slots are available inside for adding an M.2 SSD?

There is one M.2 2280 slot wired for PCIe Gen5x4 and one M.2 2242 slot wired for PCIe Gen4x4, both accepting NVMe drives from 128G to 8TB.

How are the DDR5 SO-DIMMs installed, and what mistake should I avoid?

Open the chassis, align the 262-pin modules with the two CSO-DIMM slots, press down until the side clips click; the common error is leaving a module partially seated so the system fails to post.

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