Intel introduces new NUC kits and NUC mini PCs

Intel has introduced new NUC kits and NUC mini PCs to the Intel NUC family. NUC stands for "next unit of computing", and are PCs which are particularly compact for use cases with limited space. These NUCs were previously referred to as Bean Canyon NUCs or Coffee Lake NUCs.

“Intel NUCs are mini PCs that offer high-performance capabilities in a space-saving design and are perfectly suited for home theatre, home office, entry-level gaming or as a replacement for desktops when space is a concern. These new NUCs offer a number of new options that will fit a wide range of computing needs,” said John Deatherage, Marketing Director for Intel NUCs.

The new Intel NUCs bring desktop performance in a small form factor. The kits - NUC8i7BEH, NUC8i5BEH, NUC8i5BEK, NUC8i3BEH, NUC8i3BEK, formerly codenamed Bean Canyon - allow integrators and DIYers to customise the NUC with their choice of storage, memory and operating system.

The kits are based on 8th Gen Intel Core processors, specifically the 8th Gen Intel Core i7, i5 and i3 processors (formerly codenamed Coffee Lake-U) that feature Intel Iris graphics with eDRAM. These processors can power home theatre systems, drive content creator boxes and serve as a personal voice assistant. 

Source: Intel. The new Intel NUC mini PCs NUC8i3CYSM and
NUC8i3CYSN are an affordable mainstream gaming option.

Designed with the right balance of performance and affordability, the new Intel NUC mini PCs (NUC8i3CYSM, NUC8i3CYSN, formerly codenamed Crimson Canyon) are an affordable mainstream gaming option for playing some of today’s most popular games at 1080p, including League of Legends, Team Fortress 2 (TF2) and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). 

These NUCs are powered by the 8th Gen Intel Core i38121U processors (formerly codenamed Cannon Lake) and are the first mainstream NUCs to feature discrete graphics. These NUCs come fully configured with 1TB of storage, either 8GB or 4GB of memory, and Windows 10 Home. They also include Intel’s Wireless-AC 9560 CNVi 802.11ac WiFi + Bluetooth 5 solution, two HDMI 2.0a outputs, and four USB 3.0 ports – all in a form factor that fits in the palm of the hand. Intel suggests that these devices can be hidden behind a monitor or mounted under a desk to save space.

Details:

The new Intel NUC kits and Intel NUC mini PCs will be available worldwide through Intel distributors and through online retailers beginning in September.