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Black slim square mini PC barebone, 117 by 112 by 37 mm

Intel

Intel NUC14RVKU5 barebone mini PC Core Ultra 5 125H DDR5 96GB max

SKU CH-DJXW-018PC MPN NUC14RVKU5

A barebone mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor, integrated NPU, Arc graphics, dual DDR5 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 96 GB, two M.2 NVMe slots, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E.

  • ColorBlack
  • Form FactorSlim
  • CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 5
  • Memory installedNo Memory
  • Memory Type SupportedDDR5 5600
  • Max Memory Supported96GB

Group 64G RAM / 1T SSD

  • 14-core Ultra 5 125H handles heavy workloads
  • Arc graphics with NPU accelerate AI tasks locally
  • DDR5-5600 dual-channel scales to 96 GB
  • Thunderbolt 4 and 2.5 GbE move data fast
  • VESA-ready 117 × 112 × 37 mm chassis fits anywhere

Ready-to-build mini PC

The Intel NUC14RVKU5 barebone delivers a Core Ultra 5 125H processor with 14 cores and 18 threads, plus integrated Arc graphics and a dedicated NPU for AI workloads. It targets builders who want a compact desktop for productivity, media playback or light creative tasks without a discrete GPU. The chassis measures 117 by 112 by 37 mm and includes VESA mounting hardware for behind-display installation. Buyers who need more than two storage drives or a full-size graphics card should look elsewhere.

Thermals and power

A 120 W 19 V adapter ships with the unit and the board accepts 12 V to 20 V DC input, so a compatible alternative supply can be used. The slim enclosure relies on an internal fan to move heat away from the 4.50 GHz boost processor and Arc graphics running at 2.2 GHz. Under typical office loads the system stays quiet, while sustained multi-core work will raise fan speed and surface temperature. No liquid-cooling provision or external radiator support exists.

Build integration

Two SO-DIMM slots take DDR5 5600 memory up to 96 GB in dual-channel mode, and two M.2 slots accept a 2280 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe drive plus a 2242 PCIe x4 NVMe drive. Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.1 TMDS ports, two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports, one USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C at 20 Gbps, three USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, one USB 2.0 Type-A, 2.5 Gb Ethernet via an i226-LM controller, Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and Bluetooth 5.3. A Kensington lock slot secures the chassis.

Highlights

  • 14-core Ultra 5 125H handles heavy workloads
  • Arc graphics with NPU accelerate AI tasks locally
  • DDR5-5600 dual-channel scales to 96 GB
  • Thunderbolt 4 and 2.5 GbE move data fast
  • VESA-ready 117 × 112 × 37 mm chassis fits anywhere

Specifications

BrandIntel
SeriesNUC (Next Unit of Computing)
ModelNUC14RVKU5
ColorBlack
Form FactorSlim
CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 5
Memory installedNo Memory
Memory Type SupportedDDR5 5600
Max Memory Supported96GB
Dual Channel Memory SupportedYes
Storage InstalledNo Hard Drive
LANIntel i226-LM
Max LAN Speed2.5Gbps
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3
HDMI2
Rear USB4
RJ451

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Questions about this item

How do I install memory in the NUC14RVKU5 and what step is often missed?

Insert two DDR5 5600 SO-DIMM modules into the two slots to reach up to 96 GB; the step often missed is seating both sticks fully until the side clips click, otherwise the system will not POST.

What maintenance or replacement will the NUC14RVKU5 need later?

The 120 W 19 V power adapter and the internal cooling fan are the only parts likely to need replacement after extended use; memory and storage are user-replaceable but have no scheduled service interval.

What limit appears first under sustained load on the NUC14RVKU5?

The 120 W power adapter and the slim 37 mm chassis thermal capacity limit sustained performance before the Core Ultra 5 125H hits its 4.50 GHz turbo ceiling.

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