Intel
Intel BNUC11TNKI70Z00-4071-228079 NUC11TNKi7 i7-1165G7 8GB 1TB SSD Mini PC Win11 Pro
i7-1165G78GB DDR41TB SSD120WBluetooth 5.2
An i7-1165G7 NUC with 1TB NVMe SSD and Wi-Fi 6 squeezed into a 5×5×2-inch footprint that punches well above its physical size in single-threaded and light multi-threaded workloads.
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Overview
Key Features
【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. No Display ; Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, .
【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i7-1165G7 Quad Core】 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 2.80GHz Processor (upto 4.7 GHz, 12MB Cache, 4-Cores, 8-Threads, ) ; Intel Iris Xe Integrated Graphics, .
【High Speed and Multitasking】 8GB DDR4 SODIMM; 120W Power Supply; Black Color, .
【Enormous Storage】 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 1 USB 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.0b, No Optical Drive, ., Windows 11 Pro., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)
Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User(Microsoft 365 Personal | 12-Month Subscription, 1 person | Premium Office apps | 1TB OneDrive cloud storage | PC/Mac;Annual Subscription;Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android), Dockztorm USB Hub
Specifications
Processor
Intel Core i7-1165G7, 4-Core / 8-Thread, 2.8GHz base / 4.7GHz Turbo, 12MB Cache
Memory
8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
Storage
1TB PCIe NVMe SSD (M.2 2242)
Graphics
Intel Iris Xe Integrated (96 EU)
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6 (Intel AX201)
Bluetooth
5.2
Ports
1x USB 2.0, 2x HDMI 2.0b, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Power Supply
120W external
Dimensions
5 × 5 × 2 inches
Weight
3 lb
Color
Black
Brand
Intel
Model
BNUC11TNKI70Z00
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- i7-1165G7 reaches 4.7GHz single-core Turbo, delivering strong single-threaded performance that benefits productivity and browser-heavy workloads in a fanless-adjacent form factor.
- 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD provides fast sequential read/write speeds with ample capacity for an OS drive plus active project files without an external storage dependency.
- Wi-Fi 6 (AX201) and Bluetooth 5.2 provide current-generation wireless connectivity, reducing wireless congestion on crowded networks compared to Wi-Fi 5 predecessors.
- Dual HDMI 2.0b outputs enable native 4K@60Hz dual-monitor operation without requiring a USB-C or Thunderbolt dock.
- 5×5×2-inch footprint and 3lb weight allow mounting directly behind a monitor via VESA bracket, eliminating the desk footprint entirely.
👎 Cons
- Only a single USB 2.0 port is listed in the expanded specifications — a significant I/O constraint for a system without USB 3.x ports confirmed in the spec sheet; buyers should verify the full rear I/O before committing to a peripheral-heavy setup.
- 8GB DDR4 in a single-channel configuration underserves the Intel Iris Xe GPU, which relies on shared memory bandwidth; performance gains from a second SO-DIMM are meaningful and the base config leaves them on the table.
- M.2 2242 SSD form factor limits drive replacement and upgrade options compared to the more common 2280 ecosystem, potentially narrowing choices at higher capacities.
- 120W power brick is an external unit that adds cable and desk clutter, a common trade-off with the NUC platform's compact chassis.
- The seal-opened upgrade notation means this is not a factory-sealed retail unit; while functionality is preserved, buyers sensitive to that distinction should factor it into their purchase decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the RAM in this NUC be upgraded beyond the installed 8GB?
Yes. The NUC11TNKi7 uses SO-DIMM slots and supports up to 64GB of DDR4 RAM across two slots. The installed 8GB is a single-channel configuration; adding a second matching stick to use both slots would enable dual-channel mode, meaningfully improving memory bandwidth for the Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics which shares system RAM.
What display outputs does this NUC support, and can it drive dual monitors?
Yes — this unit includes two HDMI 2.0b ports, each capable of driving a 4K display at 60Hz. Dual-monitor output is fully supported out of the box, which is a practical advantage over NUC form factors that mix HDMI with Thunderbolt-only for the second display.
What storage interface does the 1TB SSD use, and can the drive be replaced or upgraded?
The 1TB SSD is a PCIe NVMe M.2 drive, which in the NUC11 series uses the M.2 2242 form factor — shorter than the standard 2280 M.2 drives common in laptops and desktops. Replacement or upgrade requires a 2242-length NVMe drive; standard 2280 drives will not fit without an adapter bracket.
Does the i7-1165G7 support Thunderbolt 4, and is it available on this unit?
The i7-1165G7 supports Thunderbolt 4 at the silicon level, but this specific listing notes only USB 2.0 and HDMI 2.0b ports in the expanded spec. Thunderbolt port availability depends on the specific NUC chassis variant — buyers requiring TB4 should verify the rear I/O configuration of their specific unit.
How does the Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics perform for light creative work?
Intel Iris Xe (96 execution units on the i7-1165G7) delivers a substantial step up from previous Intel integrated graphics generations. It can handle 4K video playback, light photo editing in Lightroom, and casual gaming at 1080p medium settings — but it is not a substitute for discrete GPU performance in 3D rendering, video encoding acceleration, or any workload requiring dedicated VRAM.
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