Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) vs Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) comparison

Updated August 2026

Data from Amazon and official Asus site.

2026 verdict

Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) beats Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) in 2026, with its clearest edge on price and memory speed. It builds its lead on price and memory speed, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize memory capacity above everything else here. That makes Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) the clearer recommendation in 2026.

Asus

Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)

$4999.00

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Winner

Asus

Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)

26% OFF

$3923.17

$5299.00

Buy on Amazon USA

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Feature	Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)	Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)	Winner
Price	$4999.00	$3923.17	Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)
Memory Speed	5600 MT/s	6400 MT/s	Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)
Memory Capacity	64 GB	32 GB	Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)
CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	Different strengths
GPU Model	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU (16GB GDDR7)	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU	Different strengths
NPU Model	Intel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)	NPU Intel AI Boost	Different strengths
Memory Configuration	Dual-channel	Dual-channel	Tie
Memory Type	DDR5	DDR5	Tie
Storage Capacity	2 TB	2 TB	Tie

Asus

Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)

$4999.00

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Memory Capacity: 64 GB
- Price: $4999.00 vs $3923.17
- Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s vs 6400 MT/s

Winner

Asus

Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)

26% OFF

$3923.17

$5299.00

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $3923.17
+ Memory Speed: 6400 MT/s
- Memory Capacity: 32 GB vs 64 GB

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) or Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)?

Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and memory speed.

What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) and Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) lists $4999.00, while Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) lists $3923.17.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) is listed at $4999.00, while Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) is listed at $3923.17. Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) (better spec).

Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)?

Choose Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) if your priority is memory capacity and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)?

Choose Asus ROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB) if your priority is price and memory speed and that matters more than memory capacity.

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