The 2025 ROG NUC: Your next-gen mini PC for tomorrow's AAA games

Not all gamers have room for a standard desktop PC. That’s why many opt to reduce bulk with a mini PC that slots into any setup, affording them numerous gaming PC benefits at a fraction of the size. So, for the mini gaming PC enthusiasts who want the power, connectivity, and features of a desktop snuggled inside one convenient device, we offer the 2025 ROG NUC.

ROG NUC: A Mini PC with mighty performance and cooling

Every year, we level up our ROG lineup to deliver more power and performance. 2025 is no different. As a cutting-edge mini gaming PC, our latest iteration of the ROG NUC goes hard with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU capable of up to 200+ Platform TOPS. These specs deliver up to 18% better performance over last gen and give you the computing power you need for heavy-duty AI workloads.

The ROG NUC also comes equipped with a cutting-edge NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU, giving you the power of NVIDIA's next-gen arsenal and the performance boost of NVIDIA DLSS. DLSS uses AI to upscale your games for higher framerates, giving you extra performance with beautiful image quality. Overall, the 2025 ROG NUC’s GPU options offer up to double the performance over NVIDIA 40 Series graphics chips.

Between the ROG NUC’s next-gen CPU, GPU, and support for up to 96GB of RAM, this mini gaming PC is ready for any games and hardware-intensive programs you throw at it. To keep all these powerful components healthy, the ROG NUC packs three fans and a dual vapor chamber into its tiny 3L chassis, giving you incredibly quiet, efficient performance. This upgrade over last-gen's single vapor chamber allows us to kick the 2025 ROG NUC into overdrive with powerhouse components, all while keeping the system at a noise level you’ll be hard-pressed to notice while you’re gaming.

	ROG NUC (2025)
CPU	Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 ARL-HX
GPU	Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Memory	Dual-channel DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM Slots (up to 96GB supported)
Storage	1x PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 SSD slot 1x PCIe Gen5 M.2 2280 SSD slot
Connectivity	WiFi 7 Bluetooth 5.4
I/O	1 x Thunderbolt 4/USB4 2 x HDMI 2 x DisplayPort 6 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 2​ 1 x USB Type-C (Front) 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Power Supply	1000W 80+ Gold
Size	28.24 x 18.77 x 5.65 cm (146mm base)

Mini gaming PC, maximum connectivity

We stuffed the 2025 ROG NUC full of connectivity options and features, starting with Intel Killer WiFi 7 support so you have the speediest wireless internet technology when connecting to compatible WiFi 7 networks. Bluetooth 5.4 gives you a reliable way to wirelessly connect your favorite devices, and we've included an Ethernet port for competitive gamers who want the latency-reducing perks of wired networking.

As for I/O, you have plenty of choices in this versatile mini gaming PC. The ROG NUC features a Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C port with DisplayPort 2.1 and fast charging compatibility, two HDMI ports, six USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and even a USB-C port on the front for ultra-convenient access. The ROG NUC also packs dual DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20 ports, giving you 4K resolution at 240Hz without requiring display stream compression (DSC) — a rather high-end capability for one of the smallest desktop PCs on the market.

Ease of access, premium ROG style, and more

If you want to upgrade this tiny powerhouse at some point down the line, the process is simple. Reach the ROG NUC's internals with a few quick thumb screws and enjoy tool-free access to memory and storage when it’s time to expand the capabilities of your rig.

And we know that many gamers choose ROG for the brand’s bold aesthetic. That’s why we’ve outfitted the ROG NUC with a radiant ARGB ROG logo, compatible with Aura Sync, so you can coordinate its glow with other ASUS tech.

The ROG NUC includes a stand in the box, making it easy to get the optimal thermal performance afforded by a vertical orientation. Slip it behind your monitor, sneak it in a gap in your entertainment center, or mount it to the back of your TV for clutter-free couch gaming. Wherever you need to fit a powerhouse PC, the ROG NUC will be there for you.

For more information on the pricing and availability of the 2025 ROG NUC in your region, please contact your local ASUS representative. And for more brand-new ROG gear, check out our full list of CES announcements.