The ASUS NUC 14 Essential is a compact and powerful barebone mini PC designed for everyday computing. Powered by the Intel N97 processor (4 cores, 4 threads, up to 3.6 GHz) and 16 GB of soldered DDR5-4800 MHz RAM, it delivers smooth performance for office tasks, web browsing, and media consumption. The system supports an M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD for fast storage, and includes integrated Intel UHD Graphics for 4K display output.
Connectivity is robust with WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless peripherals, plus dual HDMI 2.1 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C, and a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port. The compact chassis (0.5L) is VESA mountable, making it ideal for space-constrained setups. This barebone model requires an operating system and storage drive to be added by the user.
| Processor | Intel N97 (4 cores, 4 threads, 1.0 GHz base / 3.6 GHz boost) |
| Memory | 16 GB DDR5-4800 MHz (soldered, non-upgradable) |
| Storage | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 slot (NVMe/SATA) |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics (24 EUs) |
| Wireless | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit LAN (Realtek RTL8125BG) |
| Video Output | 2x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K@60Hz) |
| USB Ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C |
| Audio | 3.5mm combo jack |
| Power | 65W AC adapter (19V, 3.42A) |
| Dimensions | 115 x 115 x 37 mm (0.5L) |
| Weight | 0.5 kg (barebone) |
| Brand | ASUS |
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| Country | Taiwan |
| Address of origin | 15 Li-Te Road, Beitou District, Taipei 112, Taiwan |
| EU responsible person | ASUS Computer GmbH |
| Address | Harkortstr. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | +49-2102-5789555 |
