ASUS NUC 16 vs GMKtec NucBox K11
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ASUS NUC 16
Core 7 350, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro, EU power cord
GMKtec NucBox K11
Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / black chassis / US plug
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1Is it fast for normal work?
ASUS NUC 16
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Processor configuration 6 cores / 6 threads
Intel specifies two performance cores and four low-power efficiency cores for the Core 7 350, with six total threads and a maximum turbo frequency of 4.8 GHz. This describes the processor, not measured NUC 16 performance.
Manufacturer processor specification · Intel Core 7 350
Intel
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Processor configuration Not available
2Can it handle sustained work?
ASUS NUC 16
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Chassis power configuration 28 W cTDP
ASUS configures the Core 7 350 at 28 W in the NUC 16. Intel lists 15 W processor base power and 35 W maximum turbo power, but these ratings do not predict sustained application performance.
Manufacturer power-profile check · ASUS NUC 16 with Core 7 350
ASUS
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Chassis power configuration Not available
3Can it game?
ASUS NUC 16
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Integrated graphics 2 Xe cores
The Core 7 350 includes Intel Graphics with two Xe cores and a maximum dynamic frequency of 2.6 GHz. No independent gaming result for this exact NUC 16 configuration was available when checked.
Manufacturer graphics specification · Core 7 350 integrated graphics
Intel
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Integrated graphics Not available
4Is it loud or hot?
ASUS NUC 16
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Exact-model measurements unavailable Not independently measured
ASUS does not publish operating noise or exact-chassis thermal measurements for this configuration, and the broad review search found no independent hands-on test of the Core 7 350 NUC 16. NUC 16 Pro results are not substituted.
Exact-model evidence check · RNUC16WCKC7094C2
ASUS
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Exact-model measurements unavailable Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
ASUS NUC 16
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Power adapter rating 90 W adapter
ASUS supplies a 90 W external adapter. That is the adapter capacity, not measured idle or load wall power.
Manufacturer electrical specification · 19 V DC, 4.74 A adapter
ASUS
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Power adapter rating Not available
6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
ASUS NUC 16
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Thunderbolt is present Yes
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Single memory and storage slots 1 memory slot / 1 storage slot
The chassis has one CSO-DIMM-compatible memory slot, populated by a 32GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM in this SKU, and one M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 storage slot occupied by the 1TB SSD.
Configuration and expansion check · RNUC16WCKC7094C2
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Display support Up to 3 displays
ASUS provides two HDMI 2.1 TMDS outputs and one Thunderbolt 4 port with DisplayPort 2.1; Intel specifies support for up to three displays from the processor.
Manufacturer display-support check · Core 7 350 NUC 16
ASUS
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Thunderbolt is present Not available
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Single memory and storage slots Not available
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Display support Not available
7Is it good value?
ASUS NUC 16
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US price unavailable US MSRP unavailable
The exact 32GB/1TB configuration is a European-market SKU, and ASUS does not publish a US MSRP for it. The catalog does not convert European retailer pricing into a US list price.
Regional configuration and price check · RNUC16WCKC7094C2 / 90AS00T1-M000V0
Geizhals
GMKtec NucBox K11
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US price unavailable Not available
8Will it be dependable?
ASUS NUC 16
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Limited warranty 3 years
ASUS states that NUC products purchased from authorized distributors include a three-year limited warranty covering the hardware supplied in the box.
Manufacturer warranty-policy check
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Wireless worked in Robtech’s test Not available
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Wi-Fi struggled in Team Pandory’s test Not available
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Batocera 41 connected to wireless devices Not available
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Limited warranty Not available
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Wireless worked in Robtech’s test
Robtech reported working Bluetooth and a full Valorant session over 5GHz Wi-Fi without network warnings. His router was about 12 metres away. He cautioned that one successful sample does not establish consistent wireless performance across units.
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Wi-Fi struggled in Team Pandory’s test
Team Pandory could not complete an online speed test using the original Intel AX200 wireless card in his setup. Replacing it with a MediaTek RZ616 allowed the test to run. This differs from Robtech’s experience; their networks and units were not tested under identical conditions.
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Batocera 41 connected to wireless devices
Team Pandory reported that Batocera 41 booted, connected to the local Wi-Fi network and paired with a Bluetooth controller. This checks basic connectivity on that review unit, not sustained wireless throughput or every Linux distribution.
Team Pandory · 10:03
References
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ASUS. ASUS NUC 16 technical specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: ASUS NUC 16 family with Core 7 350, Core 5 320, or Core 3 304 and regional preconfigured options
Disclosure: Manufacturer family specifications.
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Geizhals. ASUS NUC 16 RNUC16WCKC7094C2 product record. Product page. . Accessed .
Configuration: RNUC16WCKC7094C2 / 90AS00T1-M000V0: Core 7 350, 32GB DDR5-5600, 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, Windows 11 Pro, EU power cord
Disclosure: Regional retailer and price-comparison configuration record; not used as benchmark evidence.
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Intel. Intel Core 7 processor 350 specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Intel Core 7 processor 350
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ASUS. Warranty Information for NUC Products. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: ASUS NUC products purchased from authorized distributors
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GMKtec. NucBox K11 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / black chassis / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. GMKtec's Best Mini Yet! K11 Mini PC Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5-5600 / 1TB Crucial NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Team Pandory. Uncovering the GMKtec K11: Ryzen 9 8945HS Performance, Flaws & Fixes!. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB (2 × 16GB) Crucial DDR5-5600 / 1TB Crucial P3 Plus / Windows 11 Pro 23H2; Batocera 41 also tested. Firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for ASUS NUC 16
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K11
- Supports 32 GB more memory
- Provides 2 storage slots versus 1
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NUC 16 | NucBox K11 |
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| CPU | Intel Core 7 350 | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| Cores / threads | 6 / 6 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | 15 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Graphics, 2 Xe cores | AMD Radeon 780M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NUC 16 | NucBox K11 |
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| Memory type | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 96 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NUC 16 | NucBox K11 |
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| Ethernet | Dual Intel I226-V 2.5GbE | 2 × 2.5GbE, Intel I226V |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 + Bluetooth 6.0 | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | NUC 16 | NucBox K11 |
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| Enclosure volume | 0.71 liters | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Everyday business desktops | Not assigned |