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ASUS

ASUS NUC 16 Pro NUC16GDKU7 Core Ultra 7 356H 32GB 1TB barebone mini PC

SKU CH-J6DT-0432X

Compact barebone mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 7 356H processor, 32 GB DDR5 memory and 1 TB storage, dual 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 and Thunderbolt 4 in a 144×117×42 mm chassis

RAM and SSD size 32GB RAM+1TB SSD

  • Intel Core Ultra 7 356H with 16 cores up to 4.7 GHz drives demanding AI workloads
  • Dedicated NPU delivers 57 TOPS for accelerated machine learning and data analysis
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 plus dual 2.5G LAN enable high-speed multi-display setups
  • MIL-STD 810H certified and fTPM 2.0 firmware ensure enterprise-grade durability and security
  • Tool-free 144 x 117 x 42 mm chassis supports DDR5 7200 MT/s and PCIe 5.0 upgrades

Compact AI workstation

The ASUS NUC 16 Pro is a barebone mini PC built around an Intel Core Ultra 7 356H processor with 16 cores and a 4.7 GHz maximum frequency. It ships with 32 GB of DDR5 7200 MT/s memory and a 1 TB PCIe 5.0 SSD already installed. The integrated Intel Graphics Xe3 architecture and a dedicated AI Boost NPU deliver 57 TOPS of AI compute for development and inference workloads. Its 144 mm x 117 mm x 42 mm chassis fits on any desk or VESA mount.

Build integration

The toolless chassis allows quick access to memory and storage slots without screws. Dual 2.5 Gb LAN ports using Intel I226-V and I226-LM controllers provide wired throughput for local servers or NAS devices. Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0 handle wireless peripherals and high-bandwidth streaming. Two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports with DisplayPort 2.1 support up to four external displays from a single compact unit. An fTPM 2.0 module secures encryption keys at firmware level.

Included advantages

The pre-installed 32 GB DDR5 kit and 1 TB PCIe 5.0 SSD remove the need to source compatible modules separately. Dual-fan cooling is factory-tuned for the 356H thermal profile, so no aftermarket cooler research is required. MIL-STD 810H certification confirms the chassis survives drops, vibration and temperature extremes that would damage standard office mini PCs. Windows 11 Pro licence is not included; the buyer supplies the operating system.

Highlights

  • Intel Core Ultra 7 356H with 16 cores up to 4.7 GHz drives demanding AI workloads
  • Dedicated NPU delivers 57 TOPS for accelerated machine learning and data analysis
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 plus dual 2.5G LAN enable high-speed multi-display setups
  • MIL-STD 810H certified and fTPM 2.0 firmware ensure enterprise-grade durability and security
  • Tool-free 144 x 117 x 42 mm chassis supports DDR5 7200 MT/s and PCIe 5.0 upgrades

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesNUC 16 PRO

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Questions about this item

How hot does the 42 mm chassis get when the Core Ultra 7 356H runs at 4.7 GHz all day?

The dual-fan cooling system is designed to keep temperatures in check inside the 144 x 117 x 42 mm enclosure during sustained workloads.

What does the dual-fan cooling sound like under continuous AI loads that use the 57 TOPS NPU?

Fan speed ramps with thermal demand; the compact chassis and two fans move air quietly at idle and audibly under full AI compute load.

Which display cables do I need to drive four monitors from the two Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1?

Each Thunderbolt 4 port carries DisplayPort 2.1, so two USB-C to DisplayPort cables or a dual-port dock will drive up to four screens.

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