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ASUS

ASUS NUC15CRHC5 barebone mini PC Core 5 210H

SKU CH-NXQ0-JD7XS MPN NUC15CRHC5

A barebone mini PC with an 8-core Intel Core 5 210H processor, dual DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 96 GB, one M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe slot plus a 2242 expansion slot, Wi-Fi 7.

  • Form FactorTall
  • CPU TypeIntel Core 5 210H
  • Memory installedNo Memory
  • Memory slot2 x 262Pin SO-DIMM
  • Memory Type SupportedDDR5 5600
  • Max Memory Supported96GB

Option 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD

  • 8-core Intel Core 5 210H balances multitasking performance with power efficiency
  • Dual SO-DIMM slots accept up to 96GB DDR5 5600 memory for fast workloads
  • One M.2 2280 Gen5 plus one M.2 2242 Gen4 slot enable flexible NVMe storage expansion
  • WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and 2.5Gbps LAN deliver low-latency wired and wireless connectivity
  • Dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 ports drive up to four 4K displays simultaneously

Compact barebone for office and media

The ASUS NUC 15 Pro NUC15CRHC5 is a tall-form-factor barebone built around the Intel Core 5 210H processor with eight cores. It targets users who need a small, quiet system for productivity, 4K streaming and light multitasking. The platform supports up to 96 GB of DDR5-5600 memory across two SO-DIMM slots. No RAM or storage is included, so buyers add their own modules and drives.

Sustained workload behaviour

The eight-core CPU balances performance and power efficiency for long office sessions and continuous 4K playback. Dual-channel DDR5-5600 memory helps keep data flowing during extended multitasking. Integrated Intel graphics handle display output without a discrete card, keeping thermal load modest. Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet maintain low-latency network throughput during prolonged remote-work or streaming use.

Build quality and daily connectivity

The chassis provides one M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 slot and one M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 slot for NVMe storage expansion. Video outputs include two HDMI 2.1 ports and Thunderbolt 4 ports that together drive up to four 4K displays. Front and rear USB ports, 2.5 Gbps LAN, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 cover peripheral and network needs. Integrated 7.1-channel audio supports multi-speaker setups.

Highlights

  • 8-core Intel Core 5 210H balances multitasking performance with power efficiency
  • Dual SO-DIMM slots accept up to 96GB DDR5 5600 memory for fast workloads
  • One M.2 2280 Gen5 plus one M.2 2242 Gen4 slot enable flexible NVMe storage expansion
  • WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and 2.5Gbps LAN deliver low-latency wired and wireless connectivity
  • Dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 ports drive up to four 4K displays simultaneously

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesNUC 15 PRO
ModelNUC15CRHC5
Form FactorTall
CPU TypeIntel Core 5 210H
Memory installedNo Memory
Memory slot2 x 262Pin SO-DIMM
Memory Type SupportedDDR5 5600
Max Memory Supported96GB
Dual Channel Memory SupportedYes
Storage InstalledNo Hard Drive
M.2 Slot1 x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe x4 Gen5
1 x M.2 2242 PCIe x4 Gen4 for expansion cards
Discrete Graphic CardIntel Graphics
Onboard AudioIntegrated
Channel7.1 Channel
LANIntel i226V
Max LAN Speed2.5Gbps
Wireless LAN802.11ax
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4
Front USB1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K@60Hz)
Thunderbolt2 x Thunderbolt 4 (with DP1.4 / 5V/3A, 40Gbps)
Rear USB1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (5V/0.9A, 10Gbps)
1 x USB 2.0 Type-A (5V/0.5A, 480Mbps)
RJ451 x Intel 2.5G LAN (RJ45)
Other Rear Ports1 x Kensington
1 x DC-in
Input120W
Dimensions117mm x 112mm x 54mm
Weight1.3 lbs
PackagingVESA Mount & Screws / AC Power Adapter/ Power Cord

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Questions about this item

How hot and loud does the Core 5 210H run when the NUC15CRHC5 is under sustained load all day?

The 8-core Core 5 210H is designed for high efficiency, balancing performance with lower power draw and heat output compared to higher-wattage mobile chips, so fan noise stays moderate during extended workloads.

Which DDR5 SO-DIMMs and M.2 NVMe drives do I need to buy separately to make this barebone unit operational?

You must add two DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM modules up to 96 GB total and at least one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD for the boot drive; a second M.2 2242 slot is available for extra storage.

Will my older 1080p monitors and USB 3.0 peripherals work with the HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 ports on this NUC?

Yes, both HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 are fully backward compatible, so existing 1080p displays and USB 3.0 devices connect and function normally, though at their original speeds and resolutions.

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