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Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279465 NUC 12 Extreme i9 Mini PC Bundle

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Dominate Your Workload with the Intel NUC 12 Extreme Mini Desktop The Intel NUC 12 Extreme is a compact yet powerful mini desktop designed for both home and business use. Featuring a high-performance Intel Core i9 processor, fast RAM, and dual SSDs in RAID 0 configuration, this mini PC delivers e...

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Overview

Dominate Your Workload with the Intel NUC 12 Extreme Mini Desktop

The Intel NUC 12 Extreme is a compact yet powerful mini desktop designed for both home and business use. Featuring a high-performance Intel Core i9 processor, fast RAM, and dual SSDs in RAID 0 configuration, this mini PC delivers exceptional speed and responsiveness for demanding applications. Enjoy seamless multitasking, immersive gaming, and stunning visuals in a small form factor.

Specifications:

  • Processor: Intel Core i9-12900 2.40GHz (up to 5.1 GHz)
  • Memory: 16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
  • Storage: 2x512GB PCIe SSD RAID 0 (1TB)
  • Graphics: Intel UHD 770
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Home-64
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Ports: 7 USB, 1 x HDMI 2.0b, 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, SD Card Reader, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
  • Power Supply: 650W
  • Form/Style: 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】 16GB DDR4 SODIMM; 650W Power Supply; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 2x512GB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 0 (1TB 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 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

Brand
Intel
Model
NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279465 NUC 12 Extreme i9 Mini PC Bundle
Processor
12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900
Processor Speed
2.40GHz (up to 5.1 GHz)
Processor Cores
16-Cores
Processor Threads
24-Threads
RAM
16GB DDR4 SODIMM
Storage
2x512GB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 0 (1TB available)
Graphics
Intel UHD 770 Integrated Graphics
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Video Outputs
HDMI 2.0b, 2 Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
USB Ports
USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1
Operating System
Windows 11 Home-64
Power Supply
650W
Included Software
Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription
Warranty
1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a powerful 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900 processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, offering exceptional processing power
  • Boosts to a maximum clock speed of 5.1 GHz, suitable for highly demanding applications and multitasking
  • Includes a significant 1TB of available storage via 2x512GB PCIe NVMe SSDs in RAID 0, ensuring fast data access and ample space
  • Comes with 16GB DDR4 SODIMM RAM, which supports smooth multitasking and application performance
  • Offers a comprehensive set of connectivity options including Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN, HDMI 2.0b, and Thunderbolt 4 ports
  • Includes a Microsoft 365 Personal 1-year subscription, adding significant value for productivity software and cloud storage

👎 Cons

  • The seal is opened for hardware/software upgrade, meaning it is not in original factory sealed condition
  • The system comes with integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics, which may not be sufficient for dedicated gaming or intensive graphical tasks
  • No optical drive is included, potentially requiring an external drive for disc-based media or software
  • A webcam is not included, necessitating a separate purchase for video conferencing or capture needs
  • The mini PC form factor may offer less room for future internal upgrades compared to larger desktop systems

Frequently Asked Questions

The Intel NUC 12 Extreme i9 includes integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics, which is generally not designed for high-end gaming; a dedicated graphics card would be necessary for that purpose.
RAID 0 configuration on NVMe SSDs provides enhanced storage performance, resulting in faster read and write speeds, and offers a combined 1TB of storage capacity.
No, the features explicitly state "No Display," meaning a monitor or display must be purchased separately.
Thunderbolt 4 ports provide high-speed data transfer, video output capabilities, and power delivery through a single USB-C compatible connector, enabling versatile peripheral connections.
The included Microsoft 365 Personal is a 1-year subscription, which will require renewal after the initial 12-month period to maintain access to its features and cloud storage.
Wi-Fi 6E AX211 provides faster wireless speeds, lower latency, and increased network capacity compared to previous Wi-Fi standards, especially when used with a compatible Wi-Fi 6E router.
The product is stated to have a "1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)," indicating the warranty is covered by the upgrading vendor.

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