ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHU7089CUI Black 2024
The Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon PITPJ7JXJ Black 2025
What Buyers Say
ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHU7089CUI Black 2024
This mini PC generally receives high praise for its compact size, quiet operation, and good performance for business and home use. Many users appreciate the multiple connectivity options and the ability to upgrade storage. However, there are significant reliability concerns, with two verified reviewers reporting power failures within a month of use, and one mentioning lag after prolonged sleep mode.
Pros
- Compact and quiet design
- Good performance for business use
- Multiple connectivity options (TB4, USB 3.2, HDMI)
- Upgradable storage (NVMe and 2.5" SATA)
- Runs cool
Cons
- Power failure issues within a month
- Lag after prolonged sleep mode
- Limited USB ports
- Reliability concerns
The Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon PITPJ7JXJ Black 2025
The Horizon Autherium I9 RTX Gaming PC impresses all seven verified reviewers with outstanding performance, whisper-quiet operation, and excellent customer support. Users report it handles demanding games like Microsoft Flight Simulator at Ultra settings, VR with Quest 3, and heavy CAD or video editing without breaking a sweat. Setup is straightforward, packaging is secure, and the build quality is solid with appealing RGB lighting. A few minor issues mentioned include heat dissipation under heavy load and a missing Windows activation key, but support resolved these promptly.
Pros
- Whisper-quiet operation
- Outstanding gaming performance
- Fast boot and program load times
- Excellent tech support and service
- Easy, straightforward setup
Cons
- Noticeable heat output under heavy load
- Missing Windows activation key in some units
- Unclear storage configuration (separate drives?)
- Glass panel removal for packing was nerve-wracking
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHU7089CUI | The Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon PITPJ7JXJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H★ | Core i9 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Frequency | 1.4 GHz | 3.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Arc Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 OC★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | 16 GB★ | 12 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Storage 2 | 2 TB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 2 Type | HDD | HDD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mini | mid-tower |
| PSU | 120W★ | — |
| Weight | 5.44 kg | 15.88 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 12★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 x 2 | — |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 2.1 via Thunderbolt | 3x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | 1 x RJ45 LAN | 2.5GbE |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHU7089CUI Black 2024
- Strong storage (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong ram (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong port selection (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
The Horizon Pcs Autherium Dragon PITPJ7JXJ Black 2025
- Strong cpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average reliability (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 7 of 28 specs.
