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Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) vs MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Asus and MINISFORUM sites.
2026 verdict
Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) is the more complete option versus MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) in 2026, helped most by price.
Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
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Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
$1349.99
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What pushes it ahead is price, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) is still relevant if you care most about rating, but Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) is the stronger recommendation overall. That is enough to make Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureAsus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)Winner
Price$1349.99$1659.00Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
Rating4.24.3MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra 7 155HIntel Core Ultra 9 285HX (24 cores, 8P + 16E, up to 5.5 GHz)Different strengths
GPU ModelIntel Arc GraphicsIntel Graphics (integrated, up to 2 GHz)Different strengths
NPU ModelNPU Intel AI BoostIntel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelDual-channelTie
Memory TypeDDR5DDR5Tie
Memory Capacity32 GB32 GBTie
Storage Capacity1 TB1 TBTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) or MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)?

Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price.

What is the biggest difference between Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) and MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) lists $1349.99, while MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) lists $1659.00.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $1349.99, while MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $1659.00. Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) (better spec).

Who should buy Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)?

Choose Asus NUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)?

Choose MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is rating and that matters more than price.

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