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Intel® NUC Extreme Compute Element

The next evolution of small form factor gaming

The modular future of extreme gaming

Combines an Intel® Core™ processor with a motherboard, Wi-Fi, Thunderbolt™ technology, I/O, memory, and M.2 slots all into one compact component—making Intel® NUC 12 Extreme Compute Element a high-performance foundation for the immersive gaming experiences customers want.

Learn more about modular Intel® NUC Elements

Build a powerful gaming rig

The plug-and-play modular system of the Intel® NUC Extreme Compute Element makes it easy to build the small, feature-rich gaming PC you want:

  • Build custom designs and unique systems.
  • Power-packed with up to Intel® Core™ processors, PCIe 5.0 and 4.0, and 2.5GbE and additional 10GbE LAN on some SKUs.
  • Get the latest and greatest for wireless gaming with Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+). 
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For gamers

For gamers

Build your next gaming PC with Intel NUC Extreme. For a truly unique PC, select a kit or chose from a wide variety of solutions fro our ecosystem partners.

For streamers and content creators

For streamers and content creators

Build powerful devices for streaming and content creation. Start with powerful Intel NUC Extreme Compute Elements, then integrate the components you want. Choose from Intel® NUC Chassis or others from partner brands to fit your specific needs.

Incredible features for unbelievable gaming

All the elements you need in a compact form factor

Powerful processors

Revolutionary performance with latest gen Intel® Core™ i7 and unlocked Intel® Core™ i9 H-Series processors. 

Latest gen Wi-Fi

Get the latest in lightning-fast connectivity with Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (Gig +).

Discrete graphics

For even more powerful performance, pair with the latest discrete graphics cards with PCIe 4.0 or 5.0.

Memory and storage

Supports 64GB max dual channel DDR4-3200 SODIMMs and storage over M.2 card slots.

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Intel NUC Extreme Compute Element—ready to connect

Make the most of your PC’s power with lightning fast wired and wireless connections.

Thunderbolt™ technology

Thunderbolt™ 4 ports power peripherals, monitors, fast data transfers and more.

Ethernet

Experience fast play with 2.5Gbps Intel® Ethernet Connection and additional 10GbE LAN (AQC113) on some models.

USB

Connect to your peripherals through up to 6x USB 3.2 Gen2 ports (Type-A).

Wireless

Up to Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) for the latest in wireless gaming and streaming

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Intel® NUC 12 Extreme Compute Element

Powerful, customizable components for extreme gaming, content creation and more. The Intel® NUC 12 Compute Element features 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and the latest technologies. Simply choose the chassis and other features you want.

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Intel® NUC 11 Extreme Compute Element

The Intel® NUC 11 Compute Element—part of a family of modular computing components—lets you quickly add to your extreme gaming rig. Build uniquely custom, extreme-performance gaming systems that deliver more exciting, more immersive experiences.

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Take your game on the road. Powerful, lightweight laptop kits with premium features and customizable specs are built for your next quest.

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Build your own system with products from our Ecosystem Partners. Discover unique chassis, accessories and more—each optimized with Intel NUC Elements.

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