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Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC
Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC
Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC
Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC
Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC
Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC
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Intel NUC12DCMI90000-3653-279497 NUC 12 Extreme Mini PC

UHDi9-1290016GB DDR4650WBluetooth 5.1

Compact powerhouse mini PC with Intel Core i9-12900, dual NVMe SSDs in RAID 1, and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.

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Overview

The Intel NUC 12 Extreme mini desktop is engineered around the 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900 processor, a 16-core, 24-thread chip with a boost clock of up to 5.1 GHz and 30 MB of cache. This level of processing power supports demanding workloads including software development, data analysis, virtualization, and content creation — all within a chassis far smaller than a traditional desktop tower. The dual 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSDs are configured in RAID 1, providing mirrored redundancy that protects critical data against drive failure, a feature particularly valuable for business and professional use where data loss is not an option.

Connectivity is comprehensive for a mini PC: Thunderbolt 4 ports deliver up to 40 Gbps data transfer and external display support, complemented by HDMI 2.0b, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, an SD card reader, and multiple USB ports for peripherals. Wi-Fi 6E with 6 GHz band support and Bluetooth 5.1 ensure fast, low-latency wireless connections, while an RJ-45 Ethernet port provides wired reliability. The system runs Windows 11 Pro and comes bundled with a one-year Microsoft 365 Personal subscription and a Dockztorm USB hub. It is worth noting that this unit has been professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech with a one-year warranty from them, and that no monitor, keyboard, mouse, or webcam is included — making it best suited for users who already have peripherals or plan to build out their own workspace around this compact powerhouse.

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 1 (512GB 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 Pro-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
NUC 12 Extreme (NUC12DCMi9)
Processor
Intel Core i9-12900 (16 Cores, 24 Threads, up to 5.1 GHz, 30 MB Cache)
RAM
16 GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
Storage
2x 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD (RAID 1, 512 GB usable)
Graphics
Intel UHD 770 Integrated
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.1
Ethernet
RJ-45 LAN
Ports
1x HDMI 2.0b, 2x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), 1x USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, SD Card Reader, Headphone/Mic Combo
Power Supply
650W
Included Extras
Microsoft 365 Personal (1-Year), Dockztorm USB Hub
Warranty
1 Year (GreatPriceTech)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Intel Core i9-12900 with 16 cores and boost speeds up to 5.1 GHz delivers desktop-class performance in a compact chassis
  • RAID 1 dual-SSD configuration provides automatic data redundancy against drive failure
  • Thunderbolt 4 and extensive USB connectivity support high-speed peripherals and external displays
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1 offer the latest wireless standards including 6 GHz band support
  • Windows 11 Pro includes enterprise features like BitLocker, Hyper-V, and Remote Desktop

👎 Cons

  • RAID 1 limits usable storage to 512 GB despite having two 512 GB drives installed
  • Intel UHD 770 integrated graphics are inadequate for GPU-intensive workloads without adding a discrete card
  • 16 GB RAM is modest for an i9-12900 system and may bottleneck demanding professional applications
  • 650W power supply is sized for a discrete GPU that is not included, adding unnecessary bulk
  • Opened and upgraded by a third-party reseller rather than shipped in original factory configuration

Frequently Asked Questions

The two 512 GB NVMe SSDs are mirrored in RAID 1, meaning your data is written to both drives simultaneously. This provides real-time redundancy — if one drive fails, your data remains intact on the other. The trade-off is that usable storage is 512 GB, not 1 TB.
No, this configuration uses Intel UHD 770 integrated graphics. However, the NUC 12 Extreme chassis is designed to accept a full-size discrete GPU via its Compute Element architecture, so a dedicated card can be added separately.
It comes bundled with a Microsoft 365 Personal 1-year subscription (including 1 TB OneDrive storage) and a Dockztorm USB hub for expanding connectivity options.
Yes, the seal has been opened for hardware and software upgrades to enhance performance. The RAM, storage, and operating system have been professionally configured by GreatPriceTech, and it includes a 1-year manufacturer warranty from them.
No, it does not include a display, webcam, keyboard, or mouse. You will need to supply your own peripherals and monitor to use it.

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