ROG NUC 16
Compact, Powerful, Beyond Limits
Meet ROG NUC 16—a mini PC that redefines performance in a compact form factor. ROG NUC 16 leverages the power of the latest Intel® processors and NVIDIA® graphics to unleash immersive, ray-traced worlds with unmatched precision. Featuring a triple-fan cooling system and dual-vapor-chamber architecture, and rigorously tested for durability and reliability, the ROG NUC 16 delivers battle-ready performance without compromises. Plus, it can be stood upright or placed horizontally, so it fits any setup.
Up to
Intel® Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus
Removable stand, Support Vertical & Horizontal With
Up To NVIDIA®
GeForce RTX™ 5080
Laptop GPU
Power In Adapter
Higher wattage Support
Tested Reliability
Passed Military Grade Tests
QuietFlow Cooling
+12% CPU Thermal Capacity
DDR5-6400-CSODIMM
Up to 128 GB
Performance
Elite Core, Enduring Edge
The ROG NUC 16 is built to handle the intensive graphical demands of the latest AAA titles and creative workflows. Its up to Intel Core™ Ultra 9 290HX CPU delivers exceptional processing power that belies its ultracompact form factor.
55W
TDP
24
Threads
NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture
The Ultimate Platform for Gamers and Creators
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Fifth-Gen Tensor Cores
Max AI performance with FP4 and DLSS 4.5
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New Streaming Multiprocessors
Optimized for neural shaders
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Fourth-Gen Ray Tracing Cores
Built for Mega Geometry
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Blackwell Max-Q
Maximum power efficiency
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Cutting-Edge GPUs
NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture
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AI-Enhanced Graphics and Performance
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 with Dynamic Multi Frame Generation
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Game-Winning Responsiveness
NVIDIA Reflex low-latency technology
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True-to-Life Graphics
Path tracing with neural rendering
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Digital Humans and AI Assistants
NVIDIA ACE
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Accelerate Your Creativity
NVIDIA Studio creator tools and technology
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Enhance Any Video with AI
NVIDIA Broadcast and ninth-gen NVIDIA Encoder
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Performance and Reliability
NVIDIA App with Game Ready and Studio Drivers
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5
Supreme Speed.
Superior Visuals.
Powered by AI.
DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses AI to boost FPS, reduce latency, and improve image quality. DLSS 4 introduced Multi Frame Generation (MFG) and transformer models. DLSS 4.5 brings Dynamic MFG and a second-gen transformer model. All backed by an NVIDIA AI supercomputer in the cloud, constantly improving your PC’s gaming capabilities.
Gen-Over-Gen Improvements
The mini PC delivers up to 2.3% better graphics performance in 3DMark Time Spy test for a smoother and more responsive visual experience.
Power Optimized
PCIe® Gen 5 SSD
The ROG NUC 16 accommodates PCIe® Gen 5 SSDs, delivering higher bandwidth and faster data throughput.
DDR5-6400-CSODIMM
Up to 128GB of DDR5-6400 memory enables ultrasmooth gameplay with reduced stutter, as well as seamless multitasking for creative workloads.
Next Generation Adapter*
Optimized for compact systems, the ROG NUC 16 includes a 380-watt power adapter that delivers 15% more wattage while being 18% lighter than the adapter of ROG NUC 2025.
* Adapter wattage depends on SKUs
Innovative Cooling
The ROG NUC 16 features comprehensive thermal design employing three cooling fans, a dedicated SSD heatsink, and a vapor chamber with 72% thermal coverage — including full contact over the CPU and laptop GPU. This approach enables the system to maintain noise levels below 38dB(A)—even under sustained high load.
QuietCooling Fans
The mini PC features triple-fan cooling, with each fan measuring 102 x 102 x 17 mm, boosting CPU thermal capacity by 12%.
+12%
More efficient CPU & GPU cooling
Dedicated Heat Sinks
The dedicated SSD heatsink reduces operating temperatures to 59°C, reducing thermal throttling and extending the SSD lifespan.
-18.5%
thermal output
Compared to no SSD heatsinks
Innovative Design
Vertical & Horizontal Orientation
A patented removable stand design allows the ROG NUC 16 to be positioned horizontally or vertically. A built-in G-sensor intelligently detects the orientation of ROG NUC 16 and automatically optimizes thermal settings accordingly.
G-Sensor
Optimizes thermal settings when ROG NUC 16 is laid horizontally
Dual Color Design
The ROG NUC 16 exhibits an unbeatable combination of premium build quality and proven military-grade reliability, having been subjected to stringent bump and height drop tests. Its compact, head-turning chassis is available in stunning Moonlight White and classic Obsidian Black.
Software Support
The built-in G-sensor detects the orientation of ROG NUC 16 and adjusts thermal settings accordingly to deliver optimal gaming performance.
Connectivity
1 1x USB 3.5mm
Headset Jack
2 1x USB 3.2 Gen2
Type-C (20 Gbps)
3 2x USB 3.2 Gen2
Type-A (10 Gbps)
4 4x USB 3.2 Gen2
Type-A (10Gbps)
5 2.5G LAN
6 Thunderbolt™ 4
7 DisplayPort™ 2.1 (UHBR20)
8 HDMI2.1® FRL (12 Gbps)
9 DC-IN
ROG NUC 16 White edition comes with the same I/Os
Thunderbolt™ 4
Thunderbolt™ 4 connectivity provides all the bandwidth required for immersive 4K video output and superfast data transfer speeds.
2.5 Gbps
Superfast 2.5Gbps LAN ensures stable network connectivity and smooth handling of data-intensive tasks.
HDMI® 2.1
The integrated HDMI® 2.1 port supports high-quality 4K@120Hz or 8K@60Hz output, with support for HDR10+ and eARC.
5 Displays Support
The ROG NUC 16 can support up to five 4K displays via HDMI® 2.1, DisplayPort™ 2.1, and Thunderbolt™ 4.
Seamless Connectivity
With support for WiFi 7 and up to 320MHz channel bandwidth, the ROG NUC 16 delivers ultrafast wireless connectivity for smooth, lag-free online gaming and high-speed data transfers. Plus, Bluetooth® 5.4 ensures seamless connections to headsets, external graphics, and other peripherals for fully immersive gaming experiences.
Target Market
Hardcore
Gamers
Play the latest AAA games at 4K resolution with DLSS 4.5 acceleration, delivering ultra-smooth gameplay and immersive worlds for story-driven and graphically demanding titles.
AI Workloads
ROG NUC 16 supports AI-driven workflows and AI agents, enabling intelligent assistants to automate complex tasks—from content creation to system and workflow management.
Creators
Power through video editing, graphic design, and content creation with smooth performance and minimal lag, enabling efficient workflows for streaming, editing, and creative production.
FAQ
ROG NUC 16 supports both 8K displays (up to 8K@60Hz via DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20) on 2 monitors and also up to five 4K displays
Yes, the ROG NUC 16, equipped with up to an Intel® Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, is designed to smoothly run modern AAA games.
The triple-fan cooling system (three QuietFlow fans plus a dual vapor chamber design) provides excellent heat dissipation and maintains low noise (below 38 dBA). This ensures that the system remains stable and can deliver its full performance even during long gaming sessions.
Yes, both the memory and SSD can be upgraded. It supports dual-channel DDR5-6400 CSODIMM memory up to 128GB, and it has dual M.2 2280 slots for PCIe Gen4 and Gen5 NVMe SSDs. Both memory and SSD upgrades are designed for tool-less installation.
Yes, beyond hardcore gaming, the ROG NUC 16 is also suitable for streaming and content creation. It leverages NVIDIA RTX acceleration for AI graphics and DLSS technology to enhance content creation efficiency and supports professional creative software workflows, including a three-month free subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud.
Yes, with up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU delivering 1,334 AI TOPS and 16GB of GDDR7 memory, plus up to 128GB of DDR5-6400 memory, the ROG NUC 16 is built for local inference, generative creation, and AI-enhanced gaming.
