Mar 12, 2026
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ASUS NUC 16 Pro Mini PC: Copilot+ PC with Intel Core Ultra 3.AI for professionals.Secure Edge AI.Sign up to ASUS Pressroom to get the latest technology updates!
ASUS announced the new-gen NUC 16 Pro mini PC
Copilot + PC for developers, developers and professionals.Features Intel Core Ultra Series 3 graphics, 1.5X faster graphics and enterprise-class security.
- Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra X9 processor with built-in Intel Arc™ B390 GPU, and 50 TOPS NPU delivering up to 180 platform TOPS
- Dual-fan thermal design with up to 96 GB LPDDR5x 8533MT/s ensures maximum performance in a compact case.
- Intel WiFi 7 and Bluetooth® 6.0, dual 2.5G LAN for network redundancy, trustless security and high throughput for enterprise and AI frameworks.
- ASUS AI SuperBuild allows customized AI LLMs to be deployed offline, resulting in improved data privacy and secure 24/7 AI-assisted workflows
TAIPEI, Taiwan, March 9, 2026 – ASUS today announced the NUC 16 Pro Mini PC, a compact Copilot+ PC that offers versatile AI-accelerated performance to handle a variety of needs.Powered by the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Series 3 processors and built-in LPDDR5x memory, the NUC 16 Pro offers 1.5x faster 3D graphics processing, 20% faster performance and 50% lower power consumption than previous generation NUC models.Integrated Intel WiFi 7 and Bluetooth® 6.0 wireless connectivity, along with two 2.5G LAN ports, make the NUC 16 Pro ideal for hyper-connected workspaces.In addition, the chosen model includes fTPM for security and business management.
The next generation Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors have Intel Arc GPU built in
The NUC 16 Pro Mini PC handles AI workloads with ease.Up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 processor with Intel Arc™ B390 GPU combined with 50 TOPS NPU provides 180 Platform TOPS for real-time rendering of Edge AI and machine learning tasks.Compact Copilot+ PC is an Edge AI-ready system that enables secure, seamless intelligence on the device, video conferencing, analytics, speech translation and supports AI-driven applications to improve team collaboration.
LPDDR5x memory for faster, more energy-efficient performance
96 GB of internal LPDDR5x memory ensures NUC 16 Pro 20% faster performance and 50% lower energy consumption compared to previous generation NUC models.
Built for business requirements and Edge AI workflows, the NUC 16 Pro has two 2.5G LANs to ensure network redundancy, as well as Intel WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 for low-power connectivity.In addition, it features Zero Trust security for security protection.
The NUC 16 Pro can support multi-monitor setups via two HDMI 2.1 ports, with DisplayPort™ available as an option.It also has three USB 3.2 Gen2 10G ports on the front panel, as well as two Thunderbolt ™ 4 ports and two USB 3.2 Gen2 10G ports on the back.
Improved cooling design for superior performance
The latest cooling system allows the ASUS NUC 16 Pro to maintain constant performance.The dual CPU fan, three heat pipes and double-sided fin structure ensure faster and more efficient heat dissipation and quieter operation compared to previous NUC models.The dual-heat design allows the NUC 16 Pro to extract maximum CPU performance in a compact body, giving users a balance in strategizing speed and power for AI and computing workloads.
Tool-free chassis 2.0 design for easy upgrades
The compact NUC 16 Pro has a 0.7-liter chassis that measures 144 x 122 x 41 mm and features ASUS tool-less chassis 2.0 design for easy upgrades to its two M.2 SSDs.
Support nermalava ASUS AI SuperBuild
ASUS AI SuperBuild software has an intuitive interface that allows users to build custom large AI language models (LLM) locally, without an Internet connection, ensuring data privacy and enabling 24/7 AI-assisted operations for sensitive information such as patient records or financial data.
Reliable and safe design
The rugged NUC 16 Pro is designed to withstand harsh environments and has been rigorously tested to meet US MIL-STD-810H standards to ensure 24/7 reliability and continued performance in extreme conditions.This reduces downtime and reduces costs for long-term ongoing use.Additionally, the NUC 16 Pro offers built-in fTPM 2.0 technology for business-grade security, providing powerful protection to maintain user confidence and peace of mind in today's digital environment.
