ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ vs GEEKOM A5
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Core Ultra 9 285H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Home / US SKU
GEEKOM A5
Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US market
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1Is it fast for normal work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A5
Not available
2Can it handle sustained work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A5
Not available
3Can it game?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A5
Not available
4Is it loud or hot?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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Performance mode was loud in the review
Robtech found Balanced-mode fan noise tolerable but Performance mode too loud for his preference. His loan unit used the 285H and 32GB memory; this is an attributed listening impression, not a standardized noise measurement.
Robtech · 11:19 -
Reviewer impression of fan noise Not available
GEEKOM A5
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Performance mode was loud in the review Not available
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Reviewer impression of fan noise
Robtech described fan noise on his 16GB/512GB A5 as low and unobtrusive, though audible. This is his impression of the reviewed unit, not a MiniPCBench noise score.
Robtech · 9:48
5How much electricity does it use?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A5
Not available
6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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USB-C monitor did not power the review unit
Robtech could not start the mini PC using his USB-C monitor and used the supplied barrel-jack adapter. The monitor model and power budget were not specified.
Robtech · 1:27 -
Ribbon cable beneath the cover Not available
GEEKOM A5
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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USB-C monitor did not power the review unit Not available
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Ribbon cable beneath the cover
ETA PRIME showed the A5 bottom cover still attached to the motherboard by a ribbon cable after removing its four screws. Open it carefully when accessing the memory or drives.
ETA PRIME · 2:13
7Is it good value?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A5
Not available
8Will it be dependable?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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Ubuntu worked in a basic compatibility check
Robtech said Ubuntu worked on his loan sample. He did not specify the distribution version or kernel, so this does not establish compatibility for every Linux installation.
Robtech · 3:08
GEEKOM A5
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Ubuntu worked in a basic compatibility check Not available
References
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ASUS. NUC 15 Pro+ specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: NUC15CRS family, Core Ultra 9 285H option; exact US retail configuration linked in manufacturer notes.
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. The FASTEST Intel Mini PC Is Here! ASUS NUC 15 Pro Plus Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285H / 32GB DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMM; DDR5-5600 also tested / Micron SSD, capacity unconfirmed / Windows 11 Pro; Ubuntu version unconfirmed. Balanced and Performance modes; firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Loan review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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GEEKOM. A5 US configurations and specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US market
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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ETA PRIME. CHEAP Ryzen Mini PC Tested! GEEKOM A5 (Ryzen 5 7430U) Gaming & Performance Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 512GB SSD / Windows 11; firmware unconfirmed. Storage differs from this 1TB catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Affiliate and software-key links; review-unit acquisition not established.
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Robtech. My Favourite GEEKOM Mini PC - GEEKOM A5 2025 Edition Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 512GB SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware unconfirmed. Storage differs from this 1TB catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Manufacturer supplied review sample; affiliate and coupon links.
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
- Supports 32 GB more memory
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A5
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A5 |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U |
| Cores / threads | 16 / 16 | 6 / 12 |
| Processor default TDP | 65 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc 140T | AMD Radeon integrated graphics |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A5 |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5-6400 | DDR4 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A5 |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 1 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V | 1 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Intel BE201 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth version unconfirmed |
| USB4 | Yes | No |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A5 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |