Battle the competition, explore fantastical worlds, and create quality content with the deceptively small ASUS NUC 12 Enthusiast Mini PC Barebone Kit. Designed to fit a variety of spaces while delivering gaming-grade performance, the NUC 12 is equipped with a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 14-Core processor, paired with dedicated Intel Arc A770M Graphics. Customize the barebone system with memory, storage, and peripherals to play your favorite games.

The two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots support up to 64GB of memory. For storage, you have two M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 and one M.2 SATA / PCIe 3.0 SSD slot. This system also includes built-in Wi-Fi 6E support and a 2.5G Ethernet port for high-speed internet access. Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, along with two front-facing USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, allow you to quickly transfer large videos, photos, and other files. There is also a convenient SD card reader. The included stand helps to maximize your space by allowing you to place the NUC 12 vertically. Or you can use the VESA mounting plate to attach the system to a flat surface. This kit is Windows 11 OS ready. A US power cable is included.

2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 14-Core (12th Gen)    2 x 3200 MHz DDR4 SO-DIMM Slots    Intel Arc A770M Graphics (16GB GDDR6)    2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 | 1 x M.2 PCIe 3.0    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Bluetooth 5.3    2.5G Ethernet Port | SD Card Reader    Thunderbolt 4 | USB-A 3.2 Gen 2    HDMI | DisplayPort | 3.5mm | TOSLINK    Includes Power Cord, Stand & VESA Plate    Windows 11 OS Ready

The Intel Core i7-12700H processor powers applications with six Performance cores while eight Efficient cores handle background tasks. The Performance cores have a base speed of 2.3 GHz and can be boosted up to 4.7 GHz. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics delivers quality visuals.

Enjoy rich visuals with the discrete Intel Arc A770M GPU, which supports AI-enhanced upscaling and real-time ray tracing. It can also accelerate video rendering with supported applications.

There are two dual-channel DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM slots available, supporting up to 64GB. There are also two M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots alongside one M.2 SATA / PCIe 3.0 SSD slot.

Both the front and rear panels feature Thunderbolt 4 ports, each capable of transferring video, power, and up to 40 Gb/s with compatible devices. Front-facing USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one of which supports up to 2A charging, allow you to transfer up to 10 Gb/s with compatible devices. Another four USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports are available on the rear panel.

Thunderbolt 4 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB-C connector and features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB4 at up to 20 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort allows you to connect either one 8K monitor or up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 4 port.

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) support provides access to the less congested 6 GHz band with compatible wireless networks. The 2.5G Ethernet port provides a fast and reliable wired internet connection.

Enhance your workflow by connecting up four displays through the rear-facing HDMI, dual DisplayPort, and Thunderbolt 4 ports.

Communicate with your teammates with the dual-array microphones. Or connect your headset to the front-facing 3.5mm audio jack. The rear panel has a 3.5mm analog / TOSLINK combo port.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I install Windows 10 on this machine?

A: Yes, if you have a license for Windows 10, you'd be able to install it on the Intel NUC 13 Pro Kit (Slim, Barebone, US Power Cord).

Q: 2. can I use this to connect my Metz ring flash to Sony A7rii ?

A: I am not familiar with the either Metz ring or the Sony A7RII. This PC cord was first made decades ago for the cameras and flashes of the time. It may also work with some newer equipment. I use it with vintage Nikon rangefinder cameras of the 1950s with Nikon Speedlights of the 1980s. It also works with my Nikon FX DSLRS and a vintage Rollei TLR.

Q: 3. this can be used with a rolleiflex or a linhof with profoto b10?

A: Yes.

Q: 4. Does this support vPro/AMT for remote management ?

A: The Intel NUC 13 Pro Kit (Slim, Barebone, US Power Cord), B&H # INNUC13AKI5U, supports vPro Essentials. If you are interested in a vPro Enterprise a model that does support it, is the ASUS NUC 13 Pro Slim Barebone Kit (B&H # ASNUC13L3KV5).

Q: 5. Will the Samsung 980 Pro with the integrated heatsink fit into this NUC?

A: Unfortunately, the Intel NUC 13 Pro Kit will not take SSDs with Heat Sinks due to space restrictions.

Q: 6. Has anyone tried a linux distro on this little box?

A: The Intel Vivid Canyon NUC 13 Pro Desk Edition Kit (Barebone, US Power Cord) is verified by Intel for Red Hat Linux and Ubuntu support.

Q: 7. Can I use this device on a flash bracket with a cold shoe to connect a fujifilm xt3 with a Godox v860iiF?

A: Yes this can be used on a flash bracket to connect with a Fujifilm X-T3 and the Godox V860 II for Fujifilm.

Q: 8. overview details say ddr4 & elsewhere states ddr5 ram which is it?

A: The Intel Vivid Canyon NUC 13 Pro Desk Edition Kit (Barebone, US Power Cord) BH #INRNUC13VYKI uses DDR4 memory.

Q: 9. Im trying to connect my hasselblad 500cm to godox xproC, is this cable going to fire my external flashes via the godox xpro? I got ad200`s

A: Yes this will allow you to use a XPro to five a AD200. Since it will be manual you can use any of the XPro versions.

Q: 10. Will this work with my Yonngnuo YN560 III flash with a Vello Freewave LR receiver?

A: The Yongnuo YN560 III can slide onto the Vello Freewave LR receiver without the need of a cable.