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Asus ROG NUC 20254.3
6 sources$3,899.99as of Oct 3The Asus ROG NUC (2025) packs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU into a compact 3-liter chassis, delivering desktop-rivaling gaming performance in a small footprint. GeekaWhat found the unit’s engineering impressive for housing such high-end silicon within its tiny dimensions, while PCMag noted it can sustain stable frame rates in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 at maximum settings. The system offers extensive connectivity with five display outputs and user-upgradeable storage and memory up to 96 GB of DDR5 RAM. This model fits users who prioritize high performance in a portable form factor but should be avoided by those seeking absolute silence or budget-friendly pricing.
Strengths
- — Delivers high-end gaming performance in a compact chassis using an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU.
- — Features extensive connectivity with five display outputs, including two HDMI 2.1 ports, two DisplayPort 2.1 ports, and one Thunderbolt 4 port.
- — Includes fast networking hardware with a Killer E3000 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet controller and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 module.
Watch-outs
- — Comes with a steep price tag, starting around $1,899 for base models and reaching over $3,000 for the flagship RTX 5080 configuration.
- — Fans become audible under load, particularly the CPU cooler which kicks in at moderate usage levels.
