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Key Features

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.

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.

NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture

The Ultimate Platform for Gamers and Creators

Fifth-Gen Tensor Cores

Max AI performance with FP4 and DLSS 4.5

New Streaming Multiprocessors

Optimized for neural shaders

Fourth-Gen Ray Tracing Cores

Built for Mega Geometry

Blackwell Max-Q

Maximum power efficiency

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 the 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 the ROG NUC 2025.

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%.

Dedicated Heat Sinks

The dedicated SSD heatsink reduces operating temperatures to 59°C, reducing thermal throttling and extending the SSD lifespan.

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 the ROG NUC 16 and automatically optimizes thermal settings accordingly.

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.

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.

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