ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ vs MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Core Ultra 9 285H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Home / US SKU
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed
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1Is it fast for normal work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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2Can it handle sustained work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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3Can it game?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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Performance mode was loud in the review Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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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 -
USB-C monitor power did not work in one test Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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Memory is upgradeable No
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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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USB-C monitor power did not work in one test
Robtech reported that his M2 Pro briefly powered on and then shut down when powered from his USB-C test monitor. The manufacturer advertises USB-C power input, but this result does not establish compatibility with every monitor, cable or power supply.
Robtech · 2:38
7Is it good value?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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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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MINISFORUM. M2 Pro specifications and US preorder configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. Intel’s Beast in a Mac Mini Form Factor! Minisforum M2 Pro Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware version unconfirmed. Tested vertically in balanced and performance modes.
Disclosure: Manufacturer supplied a free review sample; retail affiliate links disclosed.
Value for money
No value comparison is available. It requires eligible test scores and at least four current price observations in seven days.
Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
- Supports 64 GB more memory
Higher listed specifications for MINISFORUM M2 Pro
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | M2 Pro |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H |
| Cores / threads | 16 / 16 | 16 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | 65 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc 140T | Intel Arc B390 |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | M2 Pro |
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| Memory type | DDR5-6400 | LPDDR5X-7467 onboard |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 32 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | No |
| Storage slots | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | M2 Pro |
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| Ethernet | 1 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V | 1 × 10GbE and 1 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Intel BE201 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | M2 Pro |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | 1.81 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |