Intel
Intel NUC11PAHi7-3135-227698 i7 16GB 512GB SSD Mini PC
i7-1165G716GB DDR4512GB SSD1TB HDD120W
Tiger Lake i7-1165G7 at 4.7GHz turbo and Thunderbolt 3 in a sub-1.5lb chassis makes this NUC11 the fastest palm-sized PC in its class.
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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) ; Integrated Graphics Integrated Graphics, .
【High Speed and Multitasking】 16GB DDR4 SODIMM; 120W Power Supply; Black Color, .
【Enormous Storage】 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD + 1TB HDD; 1 HDMI, 1 mini Display Port, 2 Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C), SD Reader, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 11 Home., 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 (2.80GHz base / 4.7GHz boost, quad-core, 12MB cache)
Memory
16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
Storage
512GB PCIe NVMe SSD + 1TB HDD
Graphics
Intel Iris Xe (integrated, 96 EUs)
Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6 (Intel AX201), Bluetooth 5.2
Wired Network
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Ports
1x HDMI, 1x Mini DisplayPort, 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C), SD Card Reader, Headphone/Mic Combo
Power Supply
120W
Dimensions
4.41 x 4.6 x 2.01 inches
Weight
1.21 lb
Color
Black
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- i7-1165G7 Iris Xe graphics with 96 execution units delivers integrated GPU performance that handles 4K video playback and light creative workloads without a discrete card.
- Thunderbolt 3 on both USB-C ports enables 40Gbps external device bandwidth — supporting eGPU enclosures, fast NVMe docks, and 4K display daisy-chaining.
- Wi-Fi 6 AX201 with Bluetooth 5.2 represents current-generation wireless connectivity, delivering near-gigabit throughput on compatible networks.
- Dual storage (512GB NVMe + 1TB HDD) separates fast active-use storage from bulk archival capacity without requiring external drives.
- 4.41 x 4.6 x 2.01-inch footprint at 1.21lb occupies less desk space than any tower or small-form-factor PC while delivering full desktop OS functionality.
👎 Cons
- Integrated Iris Xe graphics cannot be upgraded — users who later need discrete GPU performance must use an external Thunderbolt eGPU enclosure at significant additional cost.
- Compact thermal design limits sustained all-core CPU performance; multi-threaded workloads see the i7-1165G7 throttle from peak boost to maintain temperature targets.
- 16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM is soldered or slot-limited depending on configuration — verify RAM upgradability before assuming expansion headroom.
- 1TB HDD mechanical storage runs at traditional hard drive speeds (~150MB/s) — application or data access patterns that hit the HDD rather than the NVMe will feel the throughput gap.
- No webcam or optical drive — peripherals assumed to be external, which adds desk cable management overhead in a form factor marketed for clean minimal setups.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the real-world performance ceiling of the i7-1165G7 in this NUC form factor?
The i7-1165G7 is a 28W TDP quad-core Tiger Lake chip with a 4.7GHz single-core boost and 12MB L3 cache. In the NUC's compact chassis, sustained multi-core loads will see the CPU throttle slightly from peak boost to manage thermals — typically settling in the 3.0–3.5GHz range under sustained all-core workloads. Single-threaded and lightly threaded tasks, however, can sustain near-peak clocks, where this chip competes favorably with comparable-era laptop processors.
What does the dual storage configuration (512GB NVMe + 1TB HDD) mean in practice?
The 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD handles the OS, applications, and active project files at speeds of roughly 2,000–3,500MB/s sequential read. The 1TB HDD provides mass storage for archives, media libraries, and large data files at traditional 7,200RPM throughput (~150MB/s). This two-tier configuration is well-suited to users who need fast boot and application launch alongside substantial bulk storage capacity.
What can I connect via the two Thunderbolt 3 ports?
Each Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port supports 40Gbps bandwidth, DisplayPort 1.4, USB 3.2 Gen 2, and PCIe tunneling — meaning you can attach an external GPU enclosure, high-speed NVMe docks, 4K/5K displays, or Thunderbolt daisychain devices. This makes the NUC11 a credible hub for a high-bandwidth external workflow despite its compact size.
Does this NUC11 support Wi-Fi 6 and what does that mean for throughput?
Yes — the Intel AX201 module provides Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with a theoretical maximum of 2.4Gbps on 5GHz. Real-world throughput depends on your router's Wi-Fi 6 support, but on a Wi-Fi 6 access point expect 600–900Mbps actual speeds — a significant improvement over the Wi-Fi 5 speeds typical of previous-generation NUCs.
Is the 120W power supply adequate for sustained load without throttling?
At 120W, the PSU comfortably covers the i7-1165G7's 28W TDP plus peripheral and storage draw with headroom to spare. You are unlikely to encounter PSU-induced throttling under any normal workload on this unit.
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