ASUS NUC 14 Pro Barebone Kit – Core Ultra 7 165H

The ASUS NUC 14 Pro is a compact yet exceptionally capable Mini PC barebone kit designed for professional productivity, business environments and creative workflows. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H processor with integrated Intel Arc graphics and Intel AI Boost (NPU), it delivers next-generation performance in a space-saving tall chassis with toolless access for fast upgrades.

This is a barebone system – customise memory, storage and operating system to meet your exact requirements.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ Intel Core Ultra 7 165H Processor – 16 cores (6 Performance + 8 Efficient + 2 Low Power Efficient) and 22 threads with up to 5.0GHz turbo for demanding multitasking and content workloads.

✔ Integrated Intel Arc Graphics – Enhanced media performance and accelerated creative applications without the need for a discrete GPU.

✔ Intel AI Boost (NPU) – Dedicated AI engine for intelligent task acceleration, improved efficiency and next-generation AI-powered applications.

✔ Supports up to 96GB DDR5 Memory – Dual SO-DIMM slots with DDR5-5600 support for serious productivity and virtualisation workloads.

✔ Multiple High-Speed Storage Options – Dual PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 slots plus 2.5" SATA support for flexible performance and capacity configuration.

✔ Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5G LAN & Bluetooth 5.3 – High-speed, low-latency networking for modern offices and studios.

✔ Thunderbolt 4 Connectivity – Ultra-fast data transfer and multi-display expansion support.

✔ Toolless Tall Chassis Design – Fast, secure installation of RAM and storage with simplified access for long-term maintainability.

✔ 36-Month ASUS Collect & Return Warranty – Reliable long-term support for business deployment.

Engineered for Professional Workloads

Built around the Intel Core Ultra architecture, the NUC 14 Pro provides exceptional compute density in a compact footprint. With 24MB Intel Smart Cache and advanced hybrid core design, it efficiently balances heavy workloads and background tasks.

The integrated Intel Arc GPU enhances video encoding, decoding and graphics acceleration, making it suitable for content creation, digital signage, office productivity, and AI-assisted applications.

AI-Enabled Performance

With Intel AI Boost (integrated NPU), this system is ready for emerging AI-driven workflows. From real-time enhancements in creative software to intelligent background processing in business applications, the NPU offloads AI tasks from the CPU for improved responsiveness and efficiency.

Ideal for forward-looking businesses adopting AI-enabled productivity tools.

Flexible Upgrade Path

The tall chassis design allows straightforward access to:

• 2 x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots (up to 96GB total)

• 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe slot

• 1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe slot

• 1 x 2.5" SATA drive bay (7mm)

This modular approach ensures long-term usability and easy scalability as business needs evolve.

High-Speed Connectivity

Networking:

• 2.5G LAN (Intel I226-V)

• Intel Wi-Fi 6E

• Bluetooth 5.3

Front I/O:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C

• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A

Rear I/O:

• 2 x Thunderbolt 4

• 2 x HDMI 2.1

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A

• 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A

• 1 x RJ-45

• 1 x DC-in

Supports multiple high-resolution displays via HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4, making it ideal for trading desks, creative studios, and professional multi-monitor setups.

Technical Specifications

Part Number: 90AR0072-M00290
Form Factor: Mini PC Barebone Kit (Tall Chassis)
Colour: Black
Operating System: Windows 11 Supported (Not Included)

Processor

Intel Core Ultra 7 165H
16 Cores (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) / 22 Threads
Up to 5.0GHz Turbo
24MB Intel Smart Cache
Intel AI Boost (NPU Integrated)

Graphics

Integrated Intel Arc Graphics

Memory

2 x SO-DIMM
DDR5 up to 5600MHz
Maximum 96GB (48GB x2)
Memory Not Included

Storage

1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
1 x M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
1 x 2.5" SATA (7mm)
Storage Not Included

Power

120W External Power Adapter

Warranty

ASUS 36 Month Collect & Return Warranty

Why Choose the ASUS NUC 14 Pro?

The ASUS NUC 14 Pro combines workstation-class processing, integrated AI acceleration and enterprise-grade connectivity in an ultra-compact chassis. It is ideal for businesses seeking scalable desktop deployments, creative professionals needing powerful yet space-saving systems, and IT managers requiring long-term upgrade flexibility.

With Thunderbolt 4, 2.5G networking, DDR5 support up to 96GB, and PCIe 4.0 storage capability, this barebone kit provides a high-performance foundation tailored precisely to your requirements.

A compact system built for serious productivity, intelligent workflows and future-ready business environments.