ASUS Launches NUC 14 Essential: A New Compact Mini PC for Everyday Tasks

Asus NUC 14 Essential

ASUS has unveiled its latest mini PC dubbed Asus NUC 14 Essential. This is an ultra-compact device powered by Intel’s new Core N-series processor. It promises to offer performance and energy efficiency for everyday tasks.

Asus claims that NUC 14 Essential can handle a range of daily computing needs, such as web browsing, video conferencing, streaming, and basic content creation.

It packs an Intel Core N-series processor with up to eight E-core architectures. The processor promises a 42% performance improvement over its predecessors.

The device also has a VESA mount kit, so it can be attached to the back of monitors or mounted in tight spaces. This makes it ideal for office, classroom, or digital signage applications. It is also easy to upgrade. So, you can upgrade memory and SSD storage to adapt the evolving needs.

It also features a self-healing BIOS and remote management capabilities through the ASUS Control Center. This allows IT departments to maintain control and secure the system remotely.

It also features Intel Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) and Bluetooth 5.3, offering reliable and fast wireless connectivity. NUC 14 Essential supports up to three 4K displays via HDMI, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort support.

Asus NUC 14 Essential

ASUS NUC 14 Essential is slated for release later this quarter. Pricing details will be confirmed closer to its launch.

 ASUS NUC 14 Essential Mini PC ASUS NUC 14 Essential Kit 
Color Black Black 
OS Support Windows 11 64-bit Windows 11 64-bit Ubuntu 24.04 LTS 64-bit  RedHat Enterprise Linux 64-bit *No OS installed at shipment 
CPU Intel® Processor N150, TDP 6W Intel® Processor N250, TDP 6W Intel® Processor CoreTM 3 N355, TDP 15W Intel® Processor N97, TDP 12W Intel® Processor N150, TDP 6W Intel® Processor N250, TDP 6W Intel® Processor CoreTM 3 N355, TDP 15W Intel® Processor N97, TDP 12W 
Chipset Integrated Integrated 
Graphics Intel® UHD Graphics (N97) Intel® Graphics (N150, N250, N355) Intel® UHD Graphics (N97) Intel® Graphics (N150, N250, N355) 
Memory 1 x SO-DIMM, Up to DDR5-4800, 16GB*1 1 x SO-DIMM, Up to DDR5-4800, 16GB*1 *No memory installed at shipment 
Storage 1 x M.2 2280/2240 PCIe® Gen3x4, supports 128GB–2TB NVMe® or SATA SSD  1 x M.2 2280/2240 PCIe® Gen3x4, supports 128GB–2TB NVMe® or SATA SSD *no storage installed at shipment 
Wireless Network  Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+), Bluetooth® 5.3 Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+), Bluetooth® 5.3 
LAN 1 x Realtek Ethernet Controller  RTL8125BG-CG, 2.5G 1 x Realtek Ethernet Controller RTL8125BG-CG, 2.5G 
Audio Realtek ALC3251 Realtek ALC3251 
TPM fTPM or TPM 2.0 chip fTPM or TPM 2.0 chip 
Card Reader None None 
HDMI CEC Yes Yes 
Front I/O Ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C® 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A 1 x 3.5mm headset jack 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C® 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A 1 x 3.5mm headset jack 
Back I/O Ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C® w/ DisplayPort™ 1.4 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A 1 x HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS) 1 x DisplayPort™ 1.4 1 x RJ45 LAN 1 x DC-in 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C® w/ DisplayPort™ 1.4 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A 1 x HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS) 1 x DisplayPort™ 1.4 1 x RJ45 LAN 1 x DC-in 
Side I/O Ports 1 x Kensington Lock 1 x Kensington Lock 
Power Supply 19VDC, 3.42A, 65W Power Adapter 19VDC, 3.42A, 65W Power Adapter 
Humidity 0–92% non-condensing¹ 0–92% non-condensing¹ 
Dimensions (W x D x H) 135 x 115 x 36mm 135 x 115 x 36mm 
Weights 480g (0.48kg) 470g (0.47kg) 
Accessories AC Adapter + Power Cord2 VESA Bracket and Screws Safety/Caution/Regulatory Insert Warranty Card AC Adapter + Power Cord2 VESA Bracket and Screws Safety/Caution/Regulatory Insert Warranty Card 

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