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Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) vs Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus site.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) earns the nod over Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) on the strength of price and rating.
Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
Winner
Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
$3699.00
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Its clearest strengths are price and rating, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. Pick Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) only when storage capacity is the deciding factor for your setup. For most setups, Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) is the smarter buy.
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FeatureAsus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)Winner
Price$3699.00$4045.99Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
Rating3.63.5Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
Storage Capacity1 TB2 TBAsus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX PlusIntel Core Ultra 9 275HXDifferent strengths
GPU ModelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU (16GB GDDR7)NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUDifferent strengths
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelDual-channelTie
Memory TypeDDR5DDR5Tie
Memory Speed6400 MT/s6400 MT/sTie
Memory Capacity32 GB32 GBTie
NPU ModelNPU Intel AI BoostNPU Intel AI BoostTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) or Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)?

Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and rating.

What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) and Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) lists $3699.00, while Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) lists $4045.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $3699.00, while Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) is listed at $4045.99. Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) (better spec).

Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)?

Choose Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than storage capacity.

Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)?

Choose Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB) if your priority is storage capacity and that matters more than price.

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