Intel
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.
$619.00*
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Overview
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
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Extremely compact 4.6 x 4.4 x 2.1 inch chassis weighs only 3 lbs and fits virtually anywhere
- 12th Gen Core i5-1240P with 12 cores provides strong performance for productivity and light creative tasks
- 1TB PCIe SSD offers generous fast storage without needing an immediate upgrade
- Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports support high-speed peripherals and multi-monitor setups
- Wi-Fi 6E AX211 delivers current-generation wireless performance
👎 Cons
- Ships with Windows 10 Pro rather than Windows 11, requiring a manual upgrade for the latest OS features
- Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics are limited for gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads
- At 3 lbs and fanless-style compact design, sustained heavy workloads may be limited by thermal throttling
- No discrete GPU option limits its usefulness for video editing or 3D rendering tasks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this NUC 12 Pro and the NUC 12 Extreme?
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.
Can this NUC be upgraded to Windows 11?
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.
How many displays can this NUC support simultaneously?
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.
Is the 1TB SSD a PCIe NVMe drive?
Yes, it uses a 1TB PCIe SSD, which provides significantly faster read and write speeds compared to traditional SATA SSDs.
Does it support wired Ethernet connections?
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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