ASUS NUC 16 Pro RNUC16WCKC500002 Barebone Mini PC, Intel Core 5 320, No RAM, No Storage, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, 2.5GbE, Black

Building a compact yet powerful desktop often means compromising on connectivity or future-proofing. The ASUS NUC 16 Pro RNUC16WCKC500002 barebone mini PC solves this by combining Intel's Core 5 320 processor with dual Ethernet (2.5GbE and 1GbE), Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 6.0 in a space-saving chassis. You supply the memory, storage, and OS, giving you full control over performance and cost.

Who is it for

This barebone is ideal for IT administrators, system integrators, and power users who need a reliable, customizable PC for digital signage, edge computing, office productivity, or home lab projects. It's perfect for those who already have compatible DDR5 SODIMM modules and an M.2 SSD, or prefer to source them separately for the best value.

Main features

• Intel Core 5 320 processor (1.5 GHz base) delivers efficient multi-threaded performance for everyday business tasks.
• Dual network connectivity: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet and 1 Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed wired networking and redundancy.
• Wi-Fi 6E (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and Bluetooth 6.0 ensure fast, reliable wireless connections with low latency.
• Compact mini PC chassis (UCFF) with VESA mounting support for tidy desk or monitor-back installation.
• Flexible barebone design: install up to 64 GB of DDR5 RAM and an M.2 SSD (not included) to meet your exact needs.
• Integrated Intel Graphics handles 4K displays and everyday visuals without a discrete GPU.

Specifications

• Product type: Barebone Mini PC
• Processor: Intel Core 5 320, 1.5 GHz, 1 core
• Memory: 0 GB installed, 2 x DDR5 SODIMM slots, max 64 GB
• Storage: None included, supports M.2 SSD
• Graphics: Intel Integrated Graphics
• Networking: 2.5GbE, 1GbE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0
• Front I/O: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C
• Rear I/O: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 x USB 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x 2.5G LAN, 1 x 1G LAN
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 117 x 112 x 37 mm
• Weight: 0.5 kg (approx.)
• Colour: Black
• Operating system: None (barebone)
• VESA mount: Yes, bracket included

Tips

For a balanced configuration, pair this NUC with a 16 GB DDR5-4800 SODIMM module and a fast 512 GB NVMe SSD. The dual Ethernet ports make it an excellent choice for firewall or router applications using software like pfSense. Remember to install an operating system of your choice, such as Windows 11 or Ubuntu, after adding storage.