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BRENUC

BRENUC N9NP barebone mini PC i3-N305 8GB 256GB DDR4 WiFi 6 Bluetooth 5.2

SKU CH-NCWM-7A2DA MPN N9NP

A compact mini PC with an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 256GB SSD, WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2

  • ProcessorIntel Core i3
  • Form factorTall
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
  • Installed memory8 GB
  • RAM slots1 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
  • Supported memoryDDR4 3200
  • Swift multitasking with Intel Core i3-N305 up to 3.8GHz
  • Crisp 4K visuals via Intel UHD Graphics Gen12 up to 1.25GHz
  • Fast wired networking through dual 2.5GbE Intel i226V ports
  • Reliable wireless with WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2
  • Flexible storage expansion via M.2 PCIe Gen3 x2 and 2.5" SATA bay

Compact barebone for everyday workloads

The BRENUC N9NP is a tall mini PC barebone built around an Intel Core i3-N305 processor with eight cores running up to 3.8GHz. It ships with 8GB of DDR4-3200 memory in a single SO-DIMM slot and a 256GB NVME SSD. Intel UHD Graphics drives up to three 4K 60Hz displays via HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and a full-function USB Type-C port. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Check memory, storage and display needs

The board offers one 262-pin DDR4 SO-DIMM slot with a 32GB ceiling and no dual-channel support. An M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x2 slot accepts NVME drives up to 2TB, and a 2.5-inch SATA bay is available for extra capacity. Verify that your monitors use HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 or USB-C with video alt-mode to match the triple-output layout. The 60W 12V/5A adapter is included.

Thermals, noise and power in normal use

The 60W power brick sets the upper bound for sustained draw, so the system runs on modest power during typical office or media tasks. Passive and low-RPM active cooling keeps acoustic output low in quiet rooms. Surface temperatures stay comfortable under light loads, though extended heavy compute will raise chassis heat. The compact tall chassis limits airflow, so keep vents clear.

How it compares

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Price $731.99
Pricier than about 66% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBRENUC
Model nameN9NP
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i3
Memory
Installed memory8 GB
RAM slots1 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR4 3200
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Dual-channel supportNo
Storage
Installed storage256 GB SSD
M.2 slots1 x M.2
2.5" internal bays1
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD 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 support5.2
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4 xUSB 3.2 Gen 2(10 Gbit/s ) Type-A
Front audio jacks3.5 mm Audio Jack
Other front ports1 x microSD slot
HDMI ports2.0
DisplayPort connectorsDP1.4
Thunderbolt portsType-C Full Function gen2 10Gbp
Rear USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2(10 Gbit/s ) Type-A
1 x USB2.0 Type-A
Ethernet port2 x RJ45 2.5G Ethernet
Input12 V
Power
Power supply60 W
Size & build
Form factorTall
Product dimensions124.5 × 112 × 50.8 mm
Product weight1.2kg
Main materialPlastics

Questions about this item

Does the box include the Windows 11 Pro licence and an HDMI cable, or must I buy them separately?

The package contains the N9NP mini PC, a 60 W 12 V power adapter, one HDMI cable and a user manual. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and activated, so no extra licence purchase is required.

Should I choose the 8 GB / 256 GB model or the 16 GB / 512 GB variant for dual-channel memory performance?

This unit has a single 262-pin SO-DIMM slot running DDR4-3200 in single-channel mode up to 32 GB. The 16 GB / 512 GB version uses the same single-channel layout, so memory bandwidth does not change between the two configurations.

What does the 3.8 GHz boost clock mean for 4K video playback on the Intel UHD Graphics Gen12 running at 1.25 GHz?

The i3-N305 can burst to 3.8 GHz for short CPU tasks, while the Gen12 graphics tops out at 1.25 GHz. Together they handle 4K 60 Hz decoding and triple-display output over HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4 and USB-C smoothly.

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