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Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3652-279585 12 Extreme i9 Mini PC

UHDi9-1290064GB DDR4650WBluetooth 5.1

Unleash Extreme Performance in a Compact PackageThe Intel NUC 12 Extreme Mini Desktop PC is a powerhouse designed for gaming and content creation. With a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, massive memory, and dual high-speed SSDs in RAID configuration, this mini PC delivers uncompromising performa...

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Overview

Unleash Extreme Performance in a Compact Package

The Intel NUC 12 Extreme Mini Desktop PC is a powerhouse designed for gaming and content creation. With a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, massive memory, and dual high-speed SSDs in RAID configuration, this mini PC delivers uncompromising performance in a small form factor.

Specifications:

  • Processor: Intel Core i9-12900 (2.40GHz, up to 5.1 GHz)
  • Memory: 64GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
  • Storage: 2x2TB PCIe SSD RAID 1 (2TB Available)
  • Graphics: Intel UHD 770 Integrated Graphics
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Home-64
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Ports: 7 USB Ports, 1 x HDMI 2.0b, 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, SD Card Reader
  • Power Supply: 650W
  • Color: Black
  • Form Factor: Mini PC

Key Features

【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. No Display ; Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, .

【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i9-12900 】 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900 2.40GHz Processor (upto 5.1 GHz, 30MB Cache, 16-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores) ; Intel UHD 770 Integrated Graphics, .

【High Speed and Multitasking】 64GB DDR4 SODIMM; 650W Power Supply; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 2x2TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 1 (2TB available storage); 7, 1 x HDMI 2.0b, 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, SD Reader, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 11 Home-64., 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

Model
Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3652-279585 12 Extreme i9 Mini PC
Processor
12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900
Processor Base Clock
2.40GHz
Processor Max Turbo Frequency
5.1 GHz
Processor Cores
16-Cores (8 Performance-cores)
Processor Threads
24-Threads
Cache
30MB
Graphics
Intel UHD 770 Integrated Graphics
RAM
64GB DDR4 SODIMM
Power Supply
650W
Storage
2x2TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 1 (2TB available)
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Video Outputs
1 x HDMI 2.0b, 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
USB Ports
USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1
Card Reader
SD Reader
Audio Port
Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Operating System
Windows 11 Home-64
Color
Black
Upgraded By
GreatPriceTech

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Equipped with a powerful 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900 processor featuring 16-Cores and 24-Threads, reaching up to 5.1 GHz.
  • Features 64GB DDR4 SODIMM RAM, providing substantial memory for intense multitasking, content creation, and demanding applications.
  • Offers enormous storage with 2x2TB PCIe NVMe SSDs configured in RAID 1, resulting in 2TB of available storage with data redundancy.
  • Includes a robust 650W Power Supply, capable of supporting the high-performance components within the mini PC.
  • Comes with comprehensive connectivity options including Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN, 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C) ports, HDMI 2.0b, and USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1.
  • Includes a special edition portable Dockztorm USB Hub, enhancing connectivity and data transfer with speeds up to 5Gbps.
  • Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech, ensuring optimized hardware and software for enhanced performance.

👎 Cons

  • The description states "No Display," meaning a monitor must be purchased separately and it does not come with an integrated screen.
  • While offering 2TB of available storage in RAID 1, the total raw storage is 4TB (2x2TB), with half used for redundancy, which might be a limitation for those needing more primary storage.
  • The integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics may not be sufficient for dedicated gaming or professional-grade graphics-intensive tasks without an external GPU.
  • The product states "Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only," indicating it's not in its original factory-sealed condition.
  • The "No Webcam" feature means an external webcam would be required for video conferencing or streaming.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the product description explicitly states "No Display," meaning you will need to provide your own monitor.
It features 2x2TB PCIe NVMe SSDs configured in RAID 1, which provides 2TB of available storage with data redundancy.
The Intel UHD 770 Integrated Graphics is generally suitable for light gaming and multimedia, but for demanding modern games, a dedicated graphics card would typically offer better performance.
The Mini PC includes Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.1 for robust wireless connectivity.
Yes, it includes a 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech, who professionally upgraded the unit.
It offers a variety of ports including 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), 1 x HDMI 2.0b, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, a Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, and an SD Reader, plus an included Dockztorm USB Hub.
With its 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, 64GB DDR4 RAM, and fast NVMe SSDs, it provides strong performance for intensive multitasking and many content creation tasks.

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