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Intel

Intel NUC6i5SYH barebone mini PC i5-6260U 8GB 512GB SSD

SKU CH-0W6Y-ECRXF MPN NUC6i5SYH

Compact barebone mini PC with a dual-core i5-6260U processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB SSD, ready for business or home office use

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Memory size8 GB DDR4
  • Graphics memoryShared system memory
  • Storage drive512 GB SSD
  • CPUIntel Dual-Core i5-6260U 1.8 GHz Upto 2.9 GHz
  • Compact desktop saves space with 512GB SSD storage
  • Dual-core i5-6260U reaches 2.9GHz for responsive multitasking
  • Iris Graphics 540 drives 4K output via MiniDP and HDMI
  • Wifi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 give cable-free connectivity
  • Two SoDIMM slots support up to 32GB DDR4 memory

Ready for office and study

The Intel NUC6i5SYH is a barebone mini PC built around a dual-core i5-6260U processor that runs at 1.8 GHz and can reach 2.9 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB SSD, plus Windows 10 Pro already installed. The compact chassis targets students and home-office users who need a quiet, space-saving desktop for everyday productivity.

Cool, quiet and efficient

A 65 W power adapter supplies the system, and the low-power U-series CPU keeps heat output modest during typical workloads. Integrated Iris Graphics 540 handles 4K output over mini-DisplayPort and HDMI without a discrete card. Fan noise stays low in normal use, making the unit suitable for shared or noise-sensitive environments.

Expandable essentials included

Two SODIMM slots support up to 32 GB of DDR4-2400 memory for future upgrades. A 3-in-1 card reader handles SD, SDHC and SDXC media directly. Front and rear USB 3.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet, Wifi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 provide flexible connectivity without extra dongles.

How it compares

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

Price $400.99
Cheaper than about 71% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).
Memory size 8 GB DDR4
Lower than about 80% of the 26 comparable items (median 16 GB).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR4
Lower 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 size8 GB DDR4
RAM capacity8 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4 2400
Memory configuration8 GB x 1
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots1
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive512 GB SSD
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB 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

How do I install extra memory in the two SODIMM slots, and what mistake should I avoid?

Insert DDR4 SO-DIMM modules at an angle until the clips click; the common error is pushing straight down without latching both sides.

Which parts will need replacement first during long-term use?

The 65 W power adapter and the internal cooling fan are the components most likely to wear out before the SSD or memory.

What thermal limit appears first when the i5-6260U runs at 2.9 GHz continuously?

The processor will hit its thermal ceiling and throttle clock speeds once the 65 W cooler can no longer dissipate the sustained heat load.

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