SimplyNUC has launched the NUC 14 Essential, a new mini PC that focuses on offering a balance of affordability and storage capacity. While not a performance powerhouse, the NUC 14 Essential provides a solid set of features for its price.
Key Features
The NUC 14 Essential offers:
- Up to an 8-core Intel Core 3 N355 processor
- Up to 16 GB of DDR5-4800 memory (single-channel)
- Up to 8 TB of NVMe PCIe Gen4 storage
- Up to 2 TB of SATA storage
- Seven USB ports (two Type-C, five Type-A), HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and 2.5G LAN
- Pre-installed Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
Performance and Storage
The NUC 14 Essential is designed for users who prioritize storage over raw processing power. With up to 10 TB of combined storage (8 TB NVMe and 2 TB SATA), this mini PC is well-suited for media storage and general productivity tasks. While the single-channel RAM configuration is a potential downside for some users.
Pricing and Availability
The SimplyNUC NUC 14 Essential starts at $349 for the base model with an Intel N150 processor, 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage. The fully loaded variant, with the Intel Core 3 N355 processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD, is priced at $529.
Source: SimplyNUC
