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Compact silver mini PC with slim rectangular chassis and rounded edges

ASUS

ASUS NUC15CRSU5 barebone mini PC, Core Ultra 5 225H, 16 GB DDR5, 512 GB

SKU CH-E4AQ-1ESFJ MPN NUC15CRSU5

A slim mini PC barebone with a Core Ultra 5 225H, 16 GB DDR5, 512 GB SSD, Arc graphics, Thunderbolt, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4

  • Form FactorSlim
  • AI FeaturesAI Ready
  • CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 5 225H
  • Memory installedNo Memory
  • Memory slot2 x 262Pin SO-DIMM
  • Memory Type SupportedDDR5 5600

Group 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD

  • High-performance Intel Core Ultra 5 225H processor handles demanding workloads
  • Dual-channel DDR5-5600 memory scales to 96 GB for responsive multitasking
  • Two M.2 slots accept NVMe SSDs up to 8 TB total storage
  • Intel Arc graphics drives up to four 4K displays via HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 deliver ultra-fast wireless connectivity

Compact workstation core

The ASUS NUC15CRSU5 barebone mini PC houses an Intel Core Ultra 5 225H processor with integrated Arc graphics. It targets professionals who need a small, AI-ready system for multi-display productivity and light creative workloads. Two SO-DIMM slots accept up to 96 GB of DDR5-5600 memory in dual-channel configuration.

Thermals, noise and power draw

The slim chassis uses an integrated cooling solution designed for the 225H processor during typical office and media tasks. Fan noise remains low while handling web browsing, video playback and document editing. The platform supports smart power-off for connected displays to reduce idle consumption.

Sustained-load behaviour

Under continuous multi-threaded workloads the cooling system manages heat without thermal throttling that would cut performance. Arc graphics maintain stable frame rates during extended rendering or encode sessions. Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 Gbps LAN keep data flowing to storage and network shares without bottlenecking the CPU.

Highlights

  • High-performance Intel Core Ultra 5 225H processor handles demanding workloads
  • Dual-channel DDR5-5600 memory scales to 96 GB for responsive multitasking
  • Two M.2 slots accept NVMe SSDs up to 8 TB total storage
  • Intel Arc graphics drives up to four 4K displays via HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 deliver ultra-fast wireless connectivity

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesNUC 15 PRO+
ModelNUC15CRSU5
Form FactorSlim
AI FeaturesAI Ready
CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 5 225H
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 G4x4 SSD
1 x M.2 2242 NVMe PCIe x4 SSD
Discrete Graphic CardIntel Arc 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
Dimensions144mm x 112mm x 42mm
Weight1.3 lbs
PackagingVESA Mount & Screws / AC Power Adapter/ Power Cord

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Questions about this item

How do I install memory in the NUC15CRSU5, and which step causes the most issues?

Insert two 262-pin SO-DIMM DDR5-5600 modules into the dual-channel slots, pressing firmly until both side clips click; the common mistake is stopping at the first click instead of fully seating the module.

What maintenance or replacement will the NUC15CRSU5 need over time?

The DDR5 SO-DIMM memory and M.2 NVMe SSDs are the only user-replaceable components; the Intel Arc graphics and Core Ultra 5 225H processor are soldered and cannot be swapped.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads on the NUC15CRSU5?

Thermal throttling of the Core Ultra 5 225H and integrated Arc GPU occurs before power or memory bandwidth limits in the slim chassis.

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