Intel
Intel BXNUC10I5FNKN1-2855-119106 NUC i5 32GB 1TB SSD Mini PC
UHDi5-10210U32GB DDR41TB SSD90W
A 10th Gen quad-core NUC pre-loaded with 32GB DDR4 and a 1TB NVMe SSD delivers desktop-class I/O in a chassis smaller than a paperback book.
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Overview
Key Features
【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. No Display ; 802.11 a/b/n/ac/ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, .
【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i5-10210U Quad Core】 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10210U 1.60GHz Processor (upto 4.2 GHz, 6MB Cache, 4-Cores) ; Intel UHD Integrated Graphics, .
【High Speed and Multitasking】 32GB DDR4 SODIMM; 90W Power Supply; Black Color, .
【Enormous Storage】 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 3 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C), USB 3.1 Type-C Gen1, SDXC Reader, No Optical Drive, ., Windows 10 Pro., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)
Includes Dockztorm USB Hub(Special Edition Portable Docztorm Data Hub;Super Speedy Data Syn Rate upto 5Gbps)
Specifications
Processor
Intel Core i5-10210U, 4-Core 8-Thread, 1.6GHz base / 4.2GHz boost, 6MB cache
RAM
32GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
Storage
1TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Graphics
Intel UHD Integrated Graphics
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/n/ac/ax)
Bluetooth
5.2
Wired Networking
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Ports
3x USB 3.1 Gen2, 1x HDMI, Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C), USB 3.1 Type-C Gen1, SDXC Reader
Power Supply
90W
Color
Black
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Intel Core i5-10210U boosts to 4.2GHz on a 10nm process node, delivering responsive burst performance from a 15W TDP that keeps the fanless-capable chassis quiet under light loads
- 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD provides sequential read speeds well above SATA alternatives, directly reducing application launch and file transfer times
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.2 give this NUC current-generation wireless connectivity — a meaningful upgrade over the Wi-Fi 5 found in older NUC generations
- Thunderbolt 3 supports 40Gbps data transfer, dual 4K display output, and eGPU connectivity, giving this mini PC an I/O ceiling far above its physical size
- Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed, enabling domain join, BitLocker, and remote desktop features not available in the Home edition
👎 Cons
- Intel UHD integrated graphics shares system memory bandwidth with the CPU, making GPU-accelerated tasks — video encoding, light gaming, 3D rendering — significantly slower than a discrete GPU alternative
- The 1.6GHz base clock means sustained multi-threaded workloads will cause the processor to throttle below its boost ceiling within the NUC's compact thermal design
- This unit has no display output beyond HDMI and Thunderbolt 3 — users expecting VGA or DisplayPort directly are out of luck without an adapter
- The Dockztorm USB Hub bundled with this unit is an unbranded third-party accessory; its 5Gbps USB 3.1 performance claim is not independently verified
- As a third-party upgraded kit rather than a factory-configured NUC, the warranty chain is less straightforward than purchasing directly from Intel's certified channel
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Upgraded" mean for this NUC kit, and who performed the upgrade?
GreatPriceTech opened the NUC bare-bones kit and installed the 32GB DDR4 SO-DIMM and 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD. The upgrade is noted as hardware/software only — Windows 10 Pro is installed. The unit carries a 1-year warranty from GreatPriceTech, separate from Intel's original bare-bones warranty. Verify the warranty transfer terms with the seller before purchase.
The i5-10210U has a 1.6GHz base clock — does it actually reach its 4.2GHz boost speed?
Yes, under single or dual-core turbo conditions the 10210U boosts to 4.2GHz, but sustains this only until the thermal budget is exhausted — typically within the NUC's tight thermal envelope. Under sustained multi-threaded loads, expect clock speeds to settle in the 2.5–3.0GHz range. For burst workloads — launching applications, compiling small projects, spreadsheet calculations — the 4.2GHz boost is fully accessible and makes the machine feel responsive.
Can the 32GB DDR4 SO-DIMM be upgraded further, and what's the NUC10I5FNK's memory ceiling?
The NUC10I5FNK supports up to 64GB DDR4 across two SO-DIMM slots. The pre-installed 32GB configuration likely uses a single 32GB stick, leaving one slot open for expansion to 64GB without removing existing memory. Verify the installed configuration (single vs. dual-channel) with the seller — dual-channel memory provides a meaningful bandwidth improvement for Intel UHD integrated graphics workloads.
What display outputs does this NUC support, and can it drive multiple monitors?
The NUC10I5FNK provides one HDMI port and one Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port. Thunderbolt 3 supports DisplayPort output, enabling dual-monitor configurations — one display via HDMI and a second via a Thunderbolt 3 to DisplayPort adapter or compatible monitor. Maximum output resolution depends on display and cable, but 4K60 is supported on both outputs.
What bottleneck does the 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD solve versus a SATA SSD or HDD alternative?
PCIe NVMe sequential read speeds typically exceed 3,000MB/s — roughly 5–6x faster than a SATA SSD and 20x faster than a mechanical drive. For a mini PC used as a workstation or home server, this means near-instant application launches, fast VM boot times, and rapid large-file transfers. The NVMe form factor also leaves the 2.5" SATA bay available for secondary storage expansion if needed.
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