ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ vs GEEKOM A6
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Core Ultra 9 285H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Home / US SKU
GEEKOM A6
Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / standard silver chassis / US market
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1Is it fast for normal work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GEEKOM A6
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2Can it handle sustained work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A6
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3Can it game?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A6
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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 -
Fan noise Not available
GEEKOM A6
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Performance mode was loud in the review Not available
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Fan noise
Robtech described the A6’s fan noise as being on the high side during his cooling checks. His review covers default and performance modes; this observation is not a normalized noise score.
Robtech · 7:49
5How much electricity does it use?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
GEEKOM A6
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 -
Antenna lead during disassembly Not available
GEEKOM A6
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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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Antenna lead during disassembly
In Depth Tech Reviews accidentally detached the thin antenna lead while opening his A6 and described reconnecting it as difficult. Take care with the lead between the bottom cover and motherboard.
In Depth Tech Reviews · 4:08
7Is it good value?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GEEKOM A6
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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 A6
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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. A6 specifications and retail configurations. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / standard silver chassis / US market
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. Premium Features under $500....Is It Enough? GEEKOM A6 Mini PC Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD; default and performance modes; firmware unverified
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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In Depth Tech Reviews. I Didn’t Expect This… Geekom A6 Mini PC Full Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5-4800 / 1TB; regional configuration and firmware differ or remain unverified
Disclosure: Product discount and affiliate links disclosed; unit acquisition unverified.
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
- Provides 2 storage slots versus
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A6
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A6 |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H |
| Cores / threads | 16 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | 65 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc 140T | AMD Radeon 680M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A6 |
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| Memory type | DDR5-6400 | DDR5 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A6 |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 1 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V | 1 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Intel BE201 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth version unconfirmed |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | A6 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |