
Review Summary
Ultra Compact. Ultra Impact
A revolution in ultra-compact device design, the Intel NUC NUC5i5RYH packs more features, including support for lightning fast M.2 SSDs, into 4 inches square. This fully scalable, Mini PC comes with the latest 5th generation Intel Core i5 processor, delivering the performance to drive intelligent computing in small spaces. Complete with Wi-Fi 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth and 7.1 surround sound, the Intel NUC NUC5i5RYH is ideal for home theater PCs, media server PCs and home hubs.
5th generation Intel Core i5-5250U processor
Two DDR3L SO-DIMM sockets (up to 16 GB, 1333/1600 MHz)
M.2 slot with flexible support for a 42, 60 or 80 mm SATA or PCle SSD
1x SATA port for connection to 2.5" HDD or SSD
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC and Bluetooth 4.0
Kensington lock support
Backpanel DC power connector (12V - 19V)
One Mini DisplayPort version 1.2 supporting 8 channel digital audio (7.1 surround sound)
Intel Gigabit LAN
2x USB 3.0 ports on the back panel
Mini HDMI port supporting HDMI 1.4a and 7.1 surround sound
Support for user-replaceable third-party lids
2x USB 3.0 ports on the front panel (including one charging port)
Intel HD Audio via Headphone/Microphone jack
Consumer infrared sensor
The consumer infrared sensor means you can control your NUC from the comfort of your couch. And the system has room for either a 2.5" HDD so you can store full length movies or an M.2 SSD so you can transfer data at lightning speeds. Use the Mini DisplayPort, the Mini HDMI video interface or Intel WiDi to connect your Intel NUC to a display. A replaceable lid gives you plenty of options to create the NUC you want-with amazing style and features. There's also a high-speed USB 3.0 charging port that lets you easily charge your tablet or smartphone quickly. With this kind of power, size and versatility, you'll rethink what's possible.
Superior processing and graphics
The NUC5i5RYH is equipped with the 5th generation Intel Core i5-5250U processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 which gives you extra GHz on demand to let you maximize performance on processor-intensive tasks like media editing. It also features Intel HD Graphics 6000 with 4K display capabilities to provide amazing performance and visually stunning graphics for immersive gaming and home theaters.
Advanced technologies
Based on the 5th generation Intel Core processor, you'll get ultra-responsive performance in a highly secure platform; Intel Rapid Start Technology ensures that there's less waiting and more doing. Intel Ready Mode Technology means you'll never miss out on e-mail, IMs, real-time news and sports updates or social media posts. It also lets you stay connected with friends and family by keeping your video conferencing apps running in the background. And for peace of mind you'll get embedded security that helps keep threats out, user identities and credentials safe and your data protected.