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NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) vs Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus site.
2026 verdict
NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) edges out Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) in 2026, led by memory capacity and storage capacity. It builds its lead on memory capacity and storage capacity, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) can still be the right pick, but only if price outweighs the wider strengths of NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB). In practical terms, NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureNUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)Winner
Price$1899.00$1249.00Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
Memory Capacity32 GB16 GBNUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
Storage Capacity1 TB512 GBNUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra 9 285HIntel Core 5 210HDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel Arc 140TIntel GraphicsDifferent strengths
Memory TypeDDR5DDR5Tie
Memory Speed5600 MT/s5600 MT/sTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) or Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)?

NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for memory capacity and storage capacity.

What is the biggest difference between NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) and Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) lists $1899.00, while Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) lists $1249.00.

Which one looks better on price?

NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $1899.00, while Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) is listed at $1249.00. Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) (better spec).

Who should buy NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)?

Choose NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is memory capacity and storage capacity and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)?

Choose Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) if your priority is price and that matters more than memory capacity.

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