ASUS NUC 13 Pro Arena Canyon Mini PC, Intel Core i7-1360P, vPro, Barebone

When your work demands serious processing power but your desk space is at a premium, the ASUS NUC 13 Pro Arena Canyon delivers a full desktop experience in a chassis that fits in the palm of your hand. This barebone mini PC is built for professionals who need reliable, high-performance computing without the bulk of a traditional tower.

Who is it for

Ideal for business professionals, IT administrators, and power users who require a compact yet mighty system for office productivity, virtualization, or digital signage. With Intel vPro Enterprise technology, it's also a perfect choice for managed IT environments where remote management and security are critical.

Main features

• 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1360P: 12 cores (4 performance + 8 efficient) with a max turbo frequency of 5.0 GHz, delivering exceptional multitasking and responsiveness.
• Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics: Smooth 4K video playback and light creative workloads without a dedicated GPU.
• Dual Channel DDR4-3200 SODIMM: Two slots support up to 64GB of memory for demanding applications.
• Versatile Storage: One M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe and one M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 NVMe slot for fast SSDs.
• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet: Intel i226-V controller ensures fast, reliable wired networking.
• Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3: Next-gen wireless connectivity for lag-free streaming and peripheral support.
• Dual Thunderbolt 4 Ports: Connect high-speed devices, external GPUs, or multiple 4K displays.
• Rich Connectivity: 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 2x HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm headset jack.
• Intel vPro Enterprise: Hardware-based security and remote manageability for IT.

Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core i7-1360P (13th Gen, 12 cores, 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz)
• Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics (integrated)
• Memory: 2x SODIMM slots, DDR4-3200, max 64GB (barebone, no RAM included)
• Storage: 1x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe, 1x M.2 2242 PCIe Gen4 NVMe (barebone, no storage included)
• Ethernet: Intel i226-V 2.5 Gigabit LAN
• Wireless: Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.3
• Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 Type-C), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5mm headset jack
• Operating System: None (Barebone)
• Form Factor: Mini PC (UCFF)
• Special Features: Intel vPro Enterprise, TPM 2.0, VESA mount support

Tips

This is a barebone system, so you'll need to install DDR4 SO-DIMM memory and an M.2 NVMe SSD. For optimal performance, use dual-channel memory and a PCIe Gen4 SSD. The VESA mount allows you to attach the NUC to the back of a monitor for a clutter-free setup.