ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU Black 2025
Lenovo ThinKCentre neo Gen 5 Black 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU Black 2025
The ASUS NUC ROG mini PC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its compact size, powerful performance, and quiet operation, with many users praising its ability to run demanding games at high settings. However, a few verified reviews highlight serious reliability concerns, including multiple unit failures when connected to docking stations, and one user felt the newer model was a downgrade from its predecessor. Overall, the product is seen as a capable but expensive gaming rig, with mixed opinions on build quality and value.
Pros
- Compact and portable size
- Powerful gaming performance
- Quiet operation even under load
- Easy setup out of the box
- Good I/O with front USB ports
Cons
- Expensive for the specifications
- Reliability issues with docking stations
- Some units fail within a month
- Newer model feels like a downgrade
- Case feels a bit cheap
Lenovo ThinKCentre neo Gen 5 Black 2024
Most buyers are happy with this compact Lenovo desktop, praising its speed, power, and value for the price. However, one verified buyer reported a complete crash after one month and a frustrating experience with Lenovo refusing to provide a Windows license key, which has damaged trust in the brand. A few users noted minor issues like a defective first unit or an incompatible power cord for US outlets.
Pros
- Compact and space-saving design
- Fast and powerful performance
- Great value for the price
- Handles dual monitors easily
- Factory-sealed packaging
Cons
- Complete crash after one month
- Lenovo refused to provide Windows license key
- Defective first unit for some buyers
- Power cord incompatible with US outlets
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU | Lenovo ThinKCentre neo Gen 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX★ | Intel Core i5 13420H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.7 GHz★ | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 12 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mini | mini |
| PSU | 330W★ | — |
| Weight | 3.12 kg | 2.88 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | — |
| USB Ports | 6★ | 5 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | 2x HDMI 2.1 Output | — |
| DisplayPort | 2x DisplayPort 2.1 | 2 DisplayPorts |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | — |
| Ethernet | 2.5GbE | — |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU Black 2025
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong port selection (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong cpu (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ram (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Lenovo ThinKCentre neo Gen 5 Black 2024
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong reliability (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
- Below average storage (31st percentile)
- Below average ram (33rd percentile)
- Below average port selection (34th percentile)
Pricing
Lenovo ThinKCentre neo Gen 5 Black 2024 offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.
