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Compact black and silver mini PC with front ports and card reader slot

Intel

Intel NUC6i5SYH barebone mini PC i5-6260U 16GB 1TB

SKU CH-BCPN-1Z2Z8 MPN NUC6i5SYH

Compact barebone mini PC with a dual-core i5-6260U, 16 GB DDR4, 1 TB SSD, dual 4K video outputs, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2, ready for business or home office use

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Graphics memoryShared system memory
  • Storage drive1 TB SSD
  • CPUIntel Dual-Core i5-6260U 1.8 GHz Upto 2.9 GHz
  • Dual-core i5-6260U up to 2.9 GHz for responsive everyday computing
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory and 1 TB SSD give fast multitasking and ample storage
  • Intel Iris Graphics 540 drives 4K output over MiniDP and HDMI
  • Built-in Wifi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 plus gigabit Ethernet keep you connected
  • Compact barebone kit includes Windows 10 Pro ready for home or office use

Compact desktop for home and office

The Intel NUC6i5SYH is a barebone mini PC equipped with a dual-core i5-6260U processor, 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Pro installed and includes Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2 and a 3-in-1 card reader. The small chassis fits on a desk or behind a monitor for everyday productivity.

Dual video outputs and wired networking

Two display ports, MiniDP and HDMI, are driven by Intel Iris Graphics 540 for 4K output. Gigabit Ethernet provides a stable 1000 Mbps wired link, while Wi-Fi 5 handles wireless traffic. Four USB 3.0 ports and a combo audio jack cover common peripherals. The 65 W power adapter supplies all onboard components.

Memory ceiling fixed at 32 GB

Two SODIMM slots accept DDR4 modules up to a combined 32 GB, so the pre-installed 16 GB can be doubled but not exceeded. Buyers who anticipate heavier multitasking or virtualisation workloads should plan for that limit before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Mini PC Barebone Systems, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $557.99
Typical for this category: the median of 1,735 items is $564.99.
Memory size 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 26 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Higher than about 60% of the 56 comparable items (median 12 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Model nameNUC6i5SYH
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack/Silver
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPUIntel Dual-Core i5-6260U 1.8 GHz Upto 2.9 GHz
CPU modelIntel Core i5-6260U
Processor cache4 MB
L2 cache per processor4 MB
L3 cache per CPU4 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4 2400
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive1 TB SSD
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB SSD
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
Graphics memoryShared system memory
GraphicsIntel Iris Graphics 540
GPUIntel Iris Graphics 540
GPU modelIntel Iris Graphics 540
Audio & video
SoundHigh Definition Audio
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkEthernet
Wireless adapterWifi 5 (802.11ac)
Wi-FiWifi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth support4.2
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.0
Front audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card reader3-in-1
Video connectorsMiniDP, HDMI
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.0
Ethernet port1 port
Power
Power supply65 W
Size & build
Form factorSoDIMM
Overall dimensions4 × 4 × 2
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 16GB DDR4 version or add more memory later?

The unit ships with 16GB DDR4 at 2400MHz across two SODIMM slots and supports up to 32GB total. If you need the maximum now, add another 16GB kit; otherwise the installed 16GB is ready for typical business workloads.

What does the 2.9GHz boost clock actually deliver in daily use?

The Core i5-6260U runs at a 1.8GHz base and can reach 2.9GHz on short bursts, so office apps and web browsing stay responsive while sustained loads settle near the base frequency.

Does the 802.11ac Wi-Fi 5 limit my real-world throughput?

The built-in Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000Mbps) cap wireless speeds around typical AC rates and wired at 1Gbps, so large transfers are faster over the cable.

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