Asus has officially unveiled the NUC 14 Essential, a compact entry-level PC powered by the latest generation Intel Core N processor. The device is characterized by high energy efficiency with relatively high performance, as well as support for a full range of wired and wireless interfaces, including the ability to connect up to three 4K displays.
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The updated Intel Core N processor is equipped with eight efficient E-cores, which increases its performance by 42% compared to the previous generation chips. This processor is designed to perform tasks demanded by students and office workers: web browsing, video conferencing, video streaming and content creation.
The Asus NUC 14 Essential features a simple design that allows you to easily replace SSD and RAM modules. The case is equipped with VESA mount, and the total volume of the case is only 0.56 liters. The computer is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 wireless modules: Wi-Fi ensures stable communication thanks to support for the 6 GHz frequency, and Bluetooth guarantees high-quality sound for wireless accessories. The device has successfully passed the overheating test (1000 hours at 100°C) and humidity testing (1400 hours at 70°C).
Key features of the Asus NUC 14 Essential include a self-healing BIOS and Asus Control Center for remote PC management. Support for connecting up to three displays with 4K resolution is implemented via HDMI, DisplayPort 1.4 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort) interfaces.