ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU Black 2025
Thermaltake LCGS View i1460-170 Black 2025
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
Thermaltake LCGS View i1460-170 Black 2025
This Thermaltake pre-built PC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its value, quiet operation, and solid performance in gaming and general use. Users praise its attractive case, easy setup, and ability to handle 1440p gaming, though some note the need for RAM or PSU upgrades for more demanding tasks. A single negative review highlights poor customer support and a sound issue, but the majority are highly satisfied.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Quiet operation
- Attractive case design
- Good gaming performance at 1440p
- Easy setup
Cons
- Low PSU wattage (600W)
- No included mouse and keyboard
- Poor customer support
- Sound issues reported
- CPU speed limited for GPU power
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS ROG NUC RNUC15JNK9X489AU | Thermaltake LCGS View i1460-170 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX★ | Intel Core i5 14400F |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 10 |
| Frequency | 2.7 GHz★ | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 20 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mini | mid-tower |
| PSU | 330W | 600W★ |
| Weight | 3.12 kg | 9.87 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | — |
| USB Ports | 6 | 10★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | 2x HDMI 2.1 Output | 1 x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 2x DisplayPort 2.1 | 3 x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | 2.5GbE | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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
Thermaltake LCGS View i1460-170 Black 2025
- Strong port selection (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong gpu (76th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (76th percentile)
- Below average reliability (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Thermaltake LCGS View i1460-170 Black 2025 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 26 specs.
