Quiet PC UltraNUC Pro 14: Silence Meets High Performance
Excellent mini PCs are fantastic, but their fans can sometimes whine. If you need serious performance without incessant noise, Quiet PC offers a solution. Their new model, the UltraNUC Pro 14, targets Intel's powerful NUC platform with a focus on silent operation.
Silence is Golden: The Akasa Case Advantage
Quiet PC achieves silence by transplanting the inner components of Intel's NUC 14 Pro+ into the Akasa Turing RC Pro case. This fanless case is specifically designed for silent operation. While slightly taller than a standard NUC, it remains small compared to a mini ITX build. Crucially, it eliminates high-pitched NUC fan noise entirely.
Choose Your Performance Level
Quiet PC ensures no sacrifice of power for quiet operation. Processor choices include:
- Intel Core 3 100U
- Intel Core Ultra 5 125H
- Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
The onboard Intel Arc graphics in Ultra processors enable quality gaming alongside work tasks.
Loaded with Potential: Memory, Storage, and Connections
The UltraNUC Pro 14 is highly customizable:
- Memory: Options for 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB DDR5 RAM from Corsair.
- Storage: Supports up to an 8TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, with an additional SATA SSD slot for up to 8TB.
- Connectivity: Features speedy USB-C (3.2 Gen2x2), USB-A ports (3.2 Gen2 and 2.0), two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two HDMI 2.1 outputs, and a 2.5 GbE LAN port.
- Wireless: Integrated Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.
Quiet PC also provides peripherals like external DVD drives or monitors for complete systems.
Is It Worth It? A Look at Value
Quiet, high-end machines come at a price, but Quiet PC appears to offer good value. A top-spec UltraNUC Pro 14 with Core Ultra 7 155H CPU, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD costs around 1263 EUR. Considering the lowest spec Asus NUC 14 Pro+ alone is near 1000 EUR, the fully built, warranty-backed, quiet UltraNUC Pro 14 is a compelling option.
For those prioritizing silence and performance, the Quiet PC UltraNUC Pro 14 delivers a discreet and potent mini PC experience.
