At the start of 2024, Asus unveiled the compact gaming PC called the ROG NUC during CES. Since then, European retailers have revealed pricing details for the device, according to reports from the iXBT portal. The European market will offer two processor configurations for the ROG NUC. The first pairs a 16-core Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with GeForce RTX 4060 Notebook graphics, while the second adopts a 16-core Core Ultra 9 185H paired with GeForce RTX 4070 Notebook graphics. The price for the entry model has not been disclosed yet, while the higher-end variant is estimated at around €2,500, roughly equivalent to 250,000 rubles. That top-tier package includes 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of SSD storage. [Source: iXBT portal]
These mini PCs from the ROG NUC line stand out for their remarkably compact footprint: 270 by 180 by 50 millimeters, delivering about 2.5 liters of internal space and tipping the scales at roughly 800 grams. Connectivity is built around the Intel Killer AX1690 wireless adapter, enabling Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. [Source: iXBT portal]
The ROG NUC positions itself as a device in the niche segment that can deliver strong performance despite a small size. Yet, the price points remain substantial. For context, a €2,200 ASUS ROG Strix G16 laptop offers a 16-inch 2.5K display running at 240 Hz, with a Core i7-13650HX processor, 32 GB of RAM, 1 TB SSD, and GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop graphics. This provides a direct comparison for buyers weighing the value of a compact desktop PC against a more traditional gaming notebook. [Source: iXBT portal]
The official sale date for the Asus ROG NUC has not been confirmed, but the source notes that shipments are expected to begin on April 10. [Source: iXBT portal]
A note from the market at large shows a trend where compact systems can challenge conventional pricing norms. It is worth watching how the ROG NUC line evolves in European stores and whether similar configurations will appear in other regions, including North America. [Source: iXBT portal]
In related retail news, there have been comments about price competition in the broader tech segment, indicating that users sometimes encounter surprising value arguments across different categories, such as portable MacBook options versus traditional Apple hardware offerings. This broader context helps buyers assess whether the ROG NUC fits their needs and budget. [Source: iXBT portal]