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ASUS NUC 13 Pro Mini PC
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Specifications
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Name: NUC
- Year: 2023
The ASUS NUC 13 Pro (codename Arena Canyon) is a 4 × 4-inch business-class mini PC that first launched in March 2023 and was later produced and supported by ASUS, which expanded the lineup with new processor options in 2024. Packed into a footprint smaller than a paperback book, it runs 13th Gen Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors, holds up to 64GB of DDR4 memory, and drives up to four 4K monitors through dual HDMI 2.1 and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports. It was sold three ways (as a Slim or Tall chassis, and as a bare kit or a ready-to-use Mini PC with Windows 11), and owners often add their own memory and storage, so the parts inside your unit decide what it's worth. If you're wondering what to do with a NUC you no longer use, Gadget Salvation will buy it for cash. Pick your processor, memory, storage, and condition in our quote tool above to see an instant offer, with free insured shipping included.
Identify your exact NUC 13 Pro model
Every NUC 13 Pro has a sticker on the bottom panel that lists its exact model number (for example, NUC13ANKi7), along with the serial number and manufacture date. The letters in the model number tell you everything you need for an accurate quote:
Slim chassis — "K" models
- About 1.5" tall (117 × 112 × 37 mm)
- Model numbers start with NUC13ANK (regulatory model NUC13ANK)
- M.2 SSD storage only; no 2.5-inch drive bay
- Also used for all factory-built Mini PCs sold with Windows 11 Pro in the US
Tall chassis — "H" models
- About 2.2" tall (117 × 112 × 54 mm)
- Model numbers start with NUC13ANH (regulatory model NUC13ANH)
- Adds a 2.5-inch SATA drive bay under the lid
- Adds a rear expansion bay for an optional second Ethernet port and two extra USB 2.0 ports (module sold separately)
Processor code (last characters)
- i3 = Core i3-1315U
- i5 = Core i5-1340P | v5 = Core i5-1350P with vPro
- i7 = Core i7-1360P | v7 = Core i7-1370P with vPro
- H5 = Core i5-13420H | H7 = Core i7-13620H (ASUS 2024 additions)
All model numbers
- Slim: NUC13ANKi3, NUC13ANKi5, NUC13ANKv5, NUC13ANKi7, NUC13ANKv7, NUC13ANKH5, NUC13ANKH7
- Tall: NUC13ANHi3, NUC13ANHi5, NUC13ANHv5, NUC13ANHi7, NUC13ANHv7, NUC13ANHH5, NUC13ANHH7
- Retail part numbers on the box start with RNUC13AN (e.g., RNUC13ANKI7068CUI, RNUC13ANKI70000UI)
- Embedded-market versions are labeled NUC13L3 or NUC13L5
No sticker? Check it in Windows: press the Windows key + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter. The "System Model" line shows your model number (such as NUC13ANHi5), and the "Processor" line confirms your exact Intel chip. Our guide to finding your device's model walks you through it step by step.
Core hardware configurations
Processor (CPU)
- Intel Core i3-1315U — 6 cores (2P + 4E), 8 threads, up to 4.5 GHz, 10MB cache
- Intel Core i5-1340P — 12 cores (4P + 8E), 16 threads, up to 4.6 GHz, 12MB cache
- Intel Core i5-1350P vPro — 12 cores (4P + 8E), 16 threads, up to 4.7 GHz, 12MB cache
- Intel Core i7-1360P — 12 cores (4P + 8E), 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz, 18MB cache
- Intel Core i7-1370P vPro — 14 cores (6P + 8E), 20 threads, up to 5.2 GHz, 24MB cache
- Intel Core i5-13420H — 8 cores (4P + 4E), 12 threads, up to 4.6 GHz, 12MB cache (2024)
- Intel Core i7-13620H — 10 cores (6P + 4E), 16 threads, up to 4.9 GHz, 24MB cache (2024)
Graphics (GPU)
- Intel Iris Xe Graphics on i5-1340P, i5-1350P, i7-1360P, and i7-1370P models
- Intel UHD Graphics on i3-1315U, i5-13420H, and i7-13620H models
- Integrated graphics only; no dedicated graphics card and no slot to add one
- Iris Xe models drive up to four 4K (60Hz) displays at once
Memory (RAM)
- Two standard DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM slots, dual-channel
- Fully user-upgradable to a maximum of 64GB (2 × 32GB); memory is not soldered
- Kits shipped with no memory installed; factory Mini PCs shipped with 8GB (2 × 4GB) or 16GB (2 × 8GB)
Storage
- M.2 2280 slot — PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD (primary drive)
- Second M.2 2242 slot — PCIe x1 or SATA SSD
- Tall models only: 2.5-inch SATA drive bay for an SSD or hard drive
- Factory Mini PCs shipped with a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD; kits shipped with no storage
Display & audio
Display output
No built-in screen, so you connect your own monitors. Two HDMI 2.1 ports (with CEC TV control) and two Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 1.4a output support up to four 4K displays at 60Hz, or a single 8K display. HDR and HDCP 2.3 are supported. A built-in display emulation feature keeps the NUC running correctly as a headless or digital signage player even with no monitor attached.
Audio
One front 3.5mm stereo headset jack, plus up to 7.1-channel digital audio passed through HDMI and Thunderbolt/DisplayPort to a TV, receiver, or monitor. There are no built-in speakers or microphone.
Ports & connectivity
Most cables plug into the back, leaving just two fast USB ports and a headset jack on the front for everyday use.
- 2× Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C (40Gbps, DisplayPort 1.4a video, 15W device power; no USB-C charging input)
- 2× HDMI 2.1
- 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps)
- 1× USB 2.0 Type-A
- 1× RJ-45 Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
- 1× DC power input (barrel jack)
- 1× Kensington security lock slot
- 2× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps)
- 1× 3.5mm headset jack
- Power button
- 2× internal USB 2.0 headers
- Tall models: rear expansion bay for an optional second 2.5Gb Ethernet port and two USB 2.0 ports
- No SD card reader, no DisplayPort full-size port, and no optical drive
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 Bluetooth 5.3 Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet Thunderbolt 4
Power, build & more
Power adapter
External power brick: 120W (20V) for Core i5 and i7 models, 90W (19V) for Core i3 models. There is no internal battery; the NUC runs only when plugged in. Including the original adapter with your trade-in avoids a deduction.
Chassis & mounting
4 × 4-inch footprint in black, in Slim (≈ 4.6" × 4.4" × 1.5") or Tall (≈ 4.6" × 4.4" × 2.2") heights. The Slim model weighs about 1.1 lb. Kits and Mini PCs include a VESA mounting plate so the NUC can hang on the back of a monitor or under a desk. The lid is removable with captive screws for easy upgrades.
Cooling
Single blower fan over a copper heatsink, built to keep the 13th Gen processor at full speed in a tiny box. Every NUC 13 Pro is qualified for 24/7 operation, which is why so many are used as office PCs, home servers, and digital signage players.
Business & security features
The v5 and v7 models add Intel vPro Enterprise remote management and a discrete TPM 2.0 chip. All models support firmware TPM, Windows 11, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, and popular Linux distributions such as Ubuntu.
Operating system
Factory Mini PCs shipped with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled. Kits shipped without an operating system, so the software on your unit depends on how it was set up.
Warranty
Originally covered by a 3-year limited manufacturer warranty. Remaining warranty is not required to sell your NUC to us.