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MSI Cubi NUC 13MQG-202BUS barebone mini PC Core i7-1365U 10-core DDR5 64GB 120W

SKU CH-1V8P-91PHM MPN Cubi NUC 13MQG-202BUS

Barebone mini PC with 10-core Intel Core i7-1365U, dual DDR5 SO-DIMM slots for 64 GB, two Thunderbolt 4 ports and dual 2.5 GbE LAN

  • ProcessorIntel Core i7-1365U
  • Processor cores10-Core (2P+8E)
  • RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
  • Supported memoryDDR5 5200
  • Maximum supported memory64 GB
  • Installed storageNo Hard Drive
  • Compact 10-core Intel Core i7-1365U vPro performance for business workloads
  • Dual DDR5 5200 SO-DIMM slots support up to 64GB memory
  • Thunderbolt 4 with DP 1.4 alt-mode up to 4K@60Hz and 15W PD-out
  • Dual 2.5GbE LAN plus Wi-Fi 6E AX211 vPro for reliable connectivity
  • VESA-mountable barebone with 120W adapter and PCR materials

Compact Business Barebone

The MSI Cubi NUC 13MQG-202BUS is a mini PC barebone built around an Intel Core i7-1365U processor with ten cores. It targets commercial deployments such as digital signage, point-of-sale terminals or office administration desks. The chassis uses post-consumer recycled plastic and includes a VESA mount for discreet installation behind displays.

Sustained-Load Behaviour

The 120W power adapter feeds the 15W base-power CPU, leaving headroom for the two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots and the single M.2 2280 slot during continuous operation. Dual 2.5GbE LAN ports and Wi-Fi 6E AX211 maintain stable network throughput under load. Thunderbolt 4 ports handle 4K@60Hz video and 15W power delivery without throttling the integrated Iris Xe graphics.

Deciding Specification

Maximum supported memory is 64GB of DDR5 5200 across two 262-pin SO-DIMM slots. Buyers needing more than 64GB of system memory must choose a different platform. The single M.2 2280 slot and one 2.5-inch bay limit internal storage expansion to two drives total.

How it compares

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Price $393.99
Cheaper than about 71% of the 1,735 comparable items (median $564.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameCubi NUC 13MQG-202BUS
Part numberCubi13MQG202B
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7-1365U
Processor cores10-Core (2P+8E)
Memory
RAM slots2 × 262Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR5 5200
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Storage
Installed storageNo Hard Drive
M.2 slots1 x M.2 2280 PCIe free slot
2.5" internal bays1 × 2.5 in SSD/HDD
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Connectivity
LAN connection1 x I226-LM
1 x Intel I226-V
Wi-Fi standardIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+) which supports vPRO
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
2 x Thunderbolt4 (DP 1.4 alt-mode up to 4K@60 Hz /PD-out15 W / One of TBT supports PD-in)
Front audio jacks1 x Mic-in / Headphone-out combo
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
Ethernet port2
Power
Power supply120 W Power Adapter
Size & build
Product dimensions1.97 in × 5.34 in × 5.22 in
Product weight1.38 lb (0.63 kg)
Shipping weight1.44 kg
Package size229 × 203 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

How much power does the 120W adapter draw when the Core i7-1365U runs at full load all day?

The included 120W power adapter supplies the system; the 10-core i7-1365U has a 15W base power rating, so sustained load stays well within the adapter capacity.

Which DDR5 SO-DIMMs and M.2 2280 drive must I supply to complete the barebone?

You need two DDR5 5200 SO-DIMMs up to 64GB total and one M.2 2280 PCIe SSD; the 2.5-inch bay is optional for extra storage.

Will the Intel I226-V and I226-LM dual 2.5GbE ports work with my older Cat5e cabling?

Yes, both RJ45 ports are backward compatible with Cat5e, though you will be limited to 1GbE speeds on that cable.

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