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Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6
Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6
Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6
Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6
Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6
Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6
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Intel 12 NUC 12 i5 Mini PC, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WiFi 6

3 Ini5-1240P16GB DDR41TB SSDWiFi 6

Ultra-compact mini PC with a 12th Gen Intel Core i5, 1TB SSD, and Thunderbolt 4 — full desktop power in a 4.6-inch footprint.

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Overview

The Intel NUC 12 Pro Mini PC Kit is a compact desktop solution built around the 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1240P processor, which features a hybrid architecture with 12 cores (4 performance, 8 efficiency) and boost speeds up to 4.4 GHz. Paired with 16GB of DDR4 RAM and a 1TB PCIe SSD, this configuration is well-suited for office productivity, software development, media consumption, and multi-monitor workflows. The Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics handle everyday visual tasks, video playback, and light photo editing without issue, though dedicated GPU users will need to look elsewhere.

Connectivity is a strong point for the NUC 12 Pro. Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports on the rear provide up to 40Gbps data transfer and can drive external displays, while additional USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 ports accommodate peripherals. Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and the Intel i225-V Ethernet controller cover both wireless and wired networking needs. The entire system measures just 4.6 x 4.4 x 2.1 inches and weighs 3 pounds, making it one of the smallest full-featured desktop PCs available. It ships with Windows 10 Professional and includes a USB drive, though the hardware fully supports an upgrade to Windows 11 for users who prefer the newer operating system.

Key Features

CPU: 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1240P 3.30GHz Processor (up to 4.4 GHz, 12MB Cache, 12 Cores, 16 Threads, 8 Efficient-cores)

Intel Iris Xe Graphics allow for incredible visual quality, faster graphic performance and flexible display options without the need for a separate graphics card.

16GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD

Connectivity: Front: 2x USB 3.2; Rear: 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2, 1x USB 2.0; Internal: 1x USB 3.2 on m.2 22x42 (pins), 2x USB 2.0 (headers); Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211(Gig+) and Bluetooth

Windows 10 Professional. Bundled with 3 In 1 Design Stylus (Stylus Pen + Ballpoint Pen + USB 3.0 64GB Flash Drive).

Specifications

Processor
12th Gen Intel Core i5-1240P (up to 4.4 GHz, 12MB Cache, 12 Cores)
Graphics
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory
16GB DDR4 RAM
Storage
1TB PCIe SSD
Wireless
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+), Bluetooth
Ethernet
Intel i225-V Ethernet Controller
Front Ports
2x USB 3.2, 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack
Rear Ports
2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2, 1x USB 2.0
Operating System
Windows 10 Professional
Dimensions
4.6 x 4.4 x 2.1 inches
Weight
3 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

The NUC 12 Pro uses a lower-power mobile-class Core i5-1240P processor in a much smaller chassis (4.6 x 4.4 x 2.1 inches, 3 lbs), while the NUC 12 Extreme uses a desktop-class i9 in a larger enclosure. The Pro is designed for compact everyday use, while the Extreme targets high-performance workloads.
It ships with Windows 10 Pro but the 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1240P meets Windows 11 hardware requirements, so it is eligible for an upgrade to Windows 11.
With two Thunderbolt 4 ports and Intel Iris Xe graphics, this NUC can drive multiple external displays simultaneously, making it well-suited for multi-monitor productivity setups.
Yes, it uses a 1TB PCIe SSD, which provides significantly faster read and write speeds compared to traditional SATA SSDs.
Yes, it includes an Intel i225-V Ethernet controller with an integrated Ethernet port for reliable wired networking alongside Wi-Fi 6E.

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