Intel NUC system unit. Intel NUC Skull Canyon Computer Overview (Nuc6i7KYK): Croche with the most powerful built-in graphics. Heating, trottling, noise level, energy consumption

Test stand:

• Platform: Intel NUC NUC6I7KYK;
• RAM: 2X DDR4-2133 (15-15-15-36), 2x 8 GB;
• Drive: Intel SSDSCKHW240A4 240 GB;
• Operating system: Windows 10 x64.

I already wrote that turning nuc nuc6i7kyk in full computer allowed two stripes random access memory DDR4-2133 total 16 GB and solid-state drive Intel SSDSCKHW240A4 by 240 GB. Operating system - Windows 10 x64.

To determine the performance of the built-in graphics IRIS Pro 580, I took four central processor: AMD A8-7670K, AMD A10-7890K, Intel Core I5-6400 and Intel Core i5-5675C. On the basis of these "stones" it is quite realistic to assemble a compact desktop and even call it "game". For example, here in such a case. In all cases, the DDR3 / DDR4 RAM operative memory was used in two-channel mode and operating at an effective frequency of 2400 MHz. List of games and settings apply. Additional screenshots -. Permission - Full HD.

List of games:

• BIOSHOCK INFINITE - average;
• Battlefield 4 - more;
• Far Cry 4 - low;
• Fallout 4 - low;
• GTA V is standard;
• "Witcher 3: Wild Hunting" - low;
• Dirt Rally is high;
• Rise of the Tomb Raider is low;
• Need for Speed. - low;
• Xcom 2 - Low.

Heating, trottling, noise level, energy consumption

To begin with, we will study the features of the NUC NUC6I7KYK operation. In a simple noise published by a mini-computer, noticeable. He absolutely does not bother, but he is. The noiseometer, located at a distance of a half-meter from Skull Canyon, recorded 36.8 dB, which is 0.8 dB above the noise level indoors. So without load, the desktop works relatively quiet. I am quite satisfied. But in the Games of the impeller, up to 4400 rpm is spinning. The noise level increases to 40.3 dB. Not a record, of course, but the characteristic W-sh-shriny is noticeable immediately. Finally, in LINX, the turbine begins to frankly howling. Nothing can be done: the load is extremely high, and then you have a full four cores and eight streams, seeking to work stably for 3000 MHz. The fan is spinning to 4800 rpm.

Compact, quiet, comfortable, equipped, practical, aesthetic. Separately, I would like to mention the VGA port, the 19V power supply unit, the SDXC card connector, the WiFi dual-band module. Included with SSD provides comfortable work in the office.

All four USB 3.0 are put on the body, the remaining two USB 2.0 "hidden" inside. It complicates it a little installing Windows 7: Or integrate drivers to distribution, or connect the remaining conclusions to the connector. Also marked incomplete support for 32-bit OS, drivers for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 on the site itself are not available complete set, Independent enclosure is needed, although in incomplete composition, normal work is provided.

The copy was acquired for commercial activities in an alternative to the bulky corpus under the table. The price factor was not attributed to any advantages to the disadvantages, because it cannot be cheap intel NUC, and, taking into account the next wave of increasing components, it becomes almost comparable to the PC team. The product is positioned by the company as a basis for the budget mini-PC, so ink with 2GB DDR3L and 60GB SATA3 SSD wanted to check for "professionality". In the presence of boxes versions of Windows 7, 8.1, well, and Upgrade10, Win7 × 86 / x64, Win8.1 × 86 / x64, Win10 × 86 / X64, Win10 × 86 / x64 were tested in limited time conditions. All OS successfully passed the installation / update, the DISM was needed only for Windows 7. 32-bit systems were tested precisely with the purpose possible work With outdated peripheral, here, of course, with drivers for NUC have to be tinted. But with 64-bit systems, no chandelier has arisen. The BIOS was also successfully updated and the built-in bootloader and software loader from under Windows.
Performance, though close to the "atomic", but for all office tasks (sometimes injecting) it is enough. A added analog output has expanded compatibility with monitors. The built-in video laden is quite enough for this processor. From the multimedia managed to simultaneously run up to two FullHD rollers. Check in 4K there was no possibility.
In general, the device produced very good impression. It is recommended for deploying a new workplace or the modernization of the old one.

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1) pulls 1920 × 1080 movies with a high bit rate. (My GTX760 2GB at a stationary PC did not cope with the same film, after some time began to lag behind and there was a loss of frames per second)
2) Include AC WiFi Module.
3) Slot under the Head Disk.
4) The power supply has become smaller and easier in contrast to the model of the last generation.
5) It's easier to connect to the monitor (do not run to search Mini / Micro-HDMI shopping cable)

1) All the same, the percent is quite weak. (I always downloaded 100%)
It is necessary to stick in the tablets, and Intel for some reason in NUC stuck it ...
If NUC and buy, then at least with i3.
2) After a strong stationary PC, it is difficult to get used to the first days. Even simple surfing on the Internet does not bring such joy. It seems to be braking anything, but the pages open turn out, it is not so fast and change in size. The performance is lost.
3) He is not silent, the fan always works in it! But, it should be noted quite quiet. Also pleased that the box does not heat at all, only a slightly warm.
4) C 4K video full failure. So it opens and plays, but it is impossible to look.
I and the codecs have installed 1000 different players. 4K video, for now, for NUC inexpensive height.

World of Warcraft 1920 × 1080 Min - 20fps in the crowd, 40fps in locations - playable (3 out of 5 points)
Hearthstone 1920 × 1080 min - playable (4 out of 5 points)
Dota2 reborn 20fps full minimum. (not playable)
CS: GO 30fps full minimum - playable (1 out of 5 points)
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Conclusion A great solution to attach to TV and watch 1920 × 1080 films.
You can also use it as a modem replacement to distribute cable Internet via wifi.

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1. Small
2. Qualitatively made
3. 4 USB, VGA, HDMI, Optical S / PDIF connector (Communted with headphones), Cartrider
4. It is very convenient that the memory and hard can be purchased separately, the magnetic tough is now all through one defective, buy nettops and monoblocks are just dangerous, then stuck with them for the services of a fruit! Here, just replaced hard and work on, workplace does not idle.
5. Cheap !!!, you can plug 4 gigas and 1 TB (or SSD), and the price will be released as the lowest nettop with 2 gigami and 0.5 TB and the same processor.
6. With drivers on the site Intel full order

1. All uSB ports 3.0, put a seven on it. It is impossible without manual stitching drivers 3.0 to the Windows distribution (manual is on the site of Intel, but only in English), the company Intel program is unwanted for this. In general, it is hemorrh, even if you understand this, if not confident in your abilities and sorry for time, put Win 10.
2. 4K video will not pull in principle, do not even try, the built-in graphics is physically not extended to this.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Introduction

Until recently, if you wanted to get the power and versatility of the desktop PC, it was necessary to prepare a lot of free space on the floor or on the table to install the Tower type housing. But today, compared to such a mini-pc, as Intel NUC. NEXT UNIT OF COMPUTING) Even ultraportative laptops look big. These systems are fast enough to replace your main computer, and are small enough to fit anywhere. The NUC5I5RYK model for $ 390 uses the fifth generation of Intel Core i5 processors based on the Broadwell architecture, supports the 802.11ac Wi-Fi and high-speed SSD with a PCIE connection. We bought and installed our own RAM set, the drive and the operating system, as a result, the price of our test sample was $ 670. For this amount, the new mini-PC from Intel can offer a lot.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Use options

Intel NUC. Quick enough to replace the main PC for students, office workers and other users. Unite Intel NUC. With a high-resolution monitor (or two), you will get all the advantages of a compact monoblock, but with the ability to leave the old monitor when updating the iron.

If installed hDD high tank or connect it via USB, Intel NUC. Easy to cope with the role of a powerful home theater. BUT outlets can use Intel NUC. In terminals or kiosks.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Design

With sizes of 114 x 112 x 33 mm and weight 453 g (along with the drive and RAM) NUC5I5RYK in shape and sizes resembles a peanut oil sandwich and jelly. The unit is thin enough and fit even into miniature entertainment systems. It can easily be put next to the keyboard on the table or attach the back of the monitor using the VESA bracket included in the kit.

Most competitors in the mini-PC segment are significantly larger, including Mac Mini (36 x 197 x 197 mm, 1200 g), ThinkCentre M83 Tiny PC (178 x 183 x 34 mm, 1315 g) and HP Stream 200-010 mini ( 146 x 145 x 53 mm, 635 g). Even power adapter Intel NUC. Very small - only 45 x 83 x 23 mm and weighing 184

Although Intel NUC. can be easily placed on the shelf or remove the display, thanks compact sizes And attractive appearance He is unlikely to spoil the design of your office or living room if it is standing on the table. The main part of the hull is made of aluminum in matte-silver color with a shiny black plastic cover and a matte black plastic bottom. On the sides and the back there are ventilation holes, and a neat silver power button is located on the top cover.

Top cover is easily removed without use additional tools. Intel itself does not produce replacement covers, but holds their parameters in free access, so that any company or person can make the lid not only with its own design (including print it on a 3D printer), but also with additional functionality. At the CES 2015 exhibition, the company showed several prototypes of covers, including versions with TV tuner and NFC.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Connectors

With such small sizes Intel NUC. It has very wide communication capabilities. On the front panel there is a 3.5 mm audio jack, an IR receiver and two uSB ports 3.0, one of which is intended to charge devices, even when the system is in sleep mode. The rear panel has a power connector, the Gigabit Ethernet port, mini-HDMI and mini-displayport and two more USB 3.0 ports. On the right is the Kensington lock socket.

Intel NUC. can display an image on the monitor in permit full HD. Due to the combination of video outputs, the mini-PC from Intel can support up to three monitors simultaneously. The DisplayPort connector supports the DisplayPort 1.2 protocol and is able to display an image into three displays with a resolution of up to 1920 x 1200 pixels via a special splitter or using a sequential connection over a chain. However, the easiest way is to connect one monitor to each connector when there are mini-HDMI cables and mini-displayport.

Wireless Internet connection is carried out using Intel 7265, supporting Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 standards. In addition, the card can transmit video to the telecase using the Intel WIDI standard.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Necessary components and their cost

Intel sells Intel NUC. In the form of a platform: without RAM, drive and operating system. So get ready to spend at least a minimum of $ 250 and some time on the selection and order of missing components.

The system has two DIMM slots that support Sodimm DDR3L modules with a voltage of 1.35 V. You can set one or two strips with a cumulative up to 16 GB. 8 GB of RAM of this type will cost about $ 55, although in order to save it, you can buy a 4 GB bar for $ 28.

Although some configurations Intel NUC. In addition to the M.2 slot, the compartment for SATA-drives 2.5 inches format is equipped, our NUC5I5RYK sample has only M.2. It is compatible with SSD formats M.2 22 x 42, 22 x 60 or 22 x 80 with a key M or B + M. Motherboard Supports SSD M.2 using SATA or PCIE X1, X2 or X4 bus. In this way, Intel NUC. It will work almost with any SSD type M.2 presented in the market.

Most of these drives work with a SATA bus that has an upper high-speed limit of about 540 MB / s. A storage capacity of 250 GB can be found for $ 120. Alternatively, 120 GB solutions are available at a price of $ 100.

The speed of more expensive drives with the PCIE X4 interface is sometimes twice as high as SATA. For our tests, we used Samsung XP941 256 GB with PCIE X4 interface, which costs about $ 250, but at the same time it has a read speed of more than 1000 MB / s, and records - more than 800 MB / s.

If you want to install Windows, the OEM version will cost approximately $ 100. Do not forget about the various free Linux options, for example, Ubuntu.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Prices and competitors

If you buy a standard SSD SATA M.2 by 256 GB, 8 GB of RAM and a copy of Windowsthen a full-fledged computer from Intel NUC. For $ 390 will actually cost $ 670. If you limit the 4 GB of RAM, SSD to 128 GB and a free OS, then the final price will decrease to $ 490. However, Intel NUC. It has many specific options, and if you take something inexpensive with the Celeron processor, the price will be noticeably lower.

In the situation S. Intel NUC. You pay for a combination of small sizes and high performance, especially if you use SSD on PCIE X4. If you want to immediately get ready-to-work mini-PC, you can find less expensive systems with much slower processors and without SSD. For example, HP Stream 200-010 mini costs $ 179, but it is 220 grams heavier and approximately 2.5 cm more Intel NUC.In addition, it is equipped with a slow Intel Celeron processor, 2 GB of RAM and a 32 GB drive.

Mini-computer Lenovo ThinkCentre M83 Tiny Desktop almost twice as much and three times heavier Intel NUC.But comes immediately in full configuration for $ 483. It includes the fourth-generation Intel Core i3 processor and a 500 GB hard disk. The version with Core i5, SSD and 8 GB of RAM will cost $ 1000. MacBook Mini. also looks big next to Intel NUC.And the price for the model with the Core i5 and the hard disk starts from $ 499. SSD version costs $ 699.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Installation and Setup

To install RAM and SSD need no more than five minutes. To get to the inside of the system, it is enough to turn over Intel NUC. And unscrew the bottom panel, which is attached to four standard screw head screws. After that, it remains only to put the RAM modules, insert SSD into the M.2 slot and tighten the locking screw.

Windows installation takes from 10 to 20 minutes. The installer must be on the flash drive. Do not forget to download latest versions Drivers from Intel.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Performance

Basic clock frequency core processor i5-5250U (Broadwell) is 1.6 GHz, but using the function Turbo Boost. It rises to 2.7 GHz. Thanks to a relatively powerful Intel NUC5I5RYK chip, it is great for serious tasks, for example, to process electronic tables, web surfing, viewing 4K video or even video editing.

During testing, only 1 minute and 8 seconds were required to recode the movie trailer with a resolution of 1080p 2 min. 30 C permissions 720p using windows Movie MakerSimultaneously in another window played video in 4K format. Nevertheless, the platform uses a dual-core mobile processor, so test indicators Intel NUC. More comparable to the indicators of ultraportative laptops than desktop computers that use more energy are equipped with quad-core processors working at higher clock frequencies.

The presence of a mobile processor gives its advantages, even in desktop systems. During testing Intel NUC. Supported quite low temperature, while the fan worked very quietly.

Our test sample is equipped with 8 GB of RAM and rapid SSD Samsung XP941. In synthetic gEEKBENCH test 3, which measures the overall system performance, he scored 5611 points. This is slightly lower than the average among monoblocks (7013), but above the average result among ultraportative laptops (4037). Dell XPS 13 with a Core i5-5200U 2.2 GHz processor scored 5530, almost the same result showed Apple IMAC 2014 (5464) with a Core i5-4570R chip 2.7 GHz. Lenovo C560 Equipped with CPU Core i3 with a frequency of 2.9 GHz turned out to be ahead with an indicator of 6209.

GEEKBENCH 3 - CPU speed test and memory (more - better)

Intel NUC. The Broadwell chip showed that its capabilities are more than enough for serious office tasks, having completed our test of working with tables (compiling 20,000 names with addresses in Open Office) in just 5 minutes and 2 seconds. The result is identical to the XPS 13 indicator and more than twice as much as the average among ultraportative laptops (10:17). In addition, it exceeds the average among monoblocks (7 minutes), but is slightly lagged behind IMAC (4:47).

Work speed with tables. Time spent on posting 20,000 names with addresses in Open Office Calc. (less - better)

NUC5I5RYK It took only 12 seconds to download Windows 8. Thanks to the incredibly fast SSD on PCIE X4, the mini-PC has completed the file transfer test (File Transfer Test), which includes copying files with a volume of 4.97 GB, in just 16 seconds. That is, the speed was 308.8 MB / s - this is one of the fastest indicators of all that we have seen on PC. It significantly exceeds the average monoblock results (58 MB / s) and ultraportative laptops (120.5 MB / s).

File Transfer Test. MB / s (more - better)

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Graphic performance

Integrated power graphic processor Intel HD Graphics 6000 is more than enough to view the 4K video, but in terms of games you should not count on something more than casual video games. In the synthetic benchmark 3DMark Fire Strike, which measures the overall level of graphic performance, Intel NUC. scored 888 points. It is a little more than a medium ultraportative laptop (670.31) and Dell XPS 13 (704). The average in the category of monoblocks turned out to be slightly higher - 1053 points.

3DMark Fire Strike - Synthetic Test Measuring Graphic Performance (More - Better)

When we played World of Warcraft with automatic settings in resolution of 1366 x 768 points, Intel NUC. It was possible to maintain the frame rate of 37 FPS, but with an increase in the resolution to 1080p, the indicator decreased to 26 frames per second. As a result, it turns out to be approximately one level with ultraportative laptops, which showed the average result of 33.7 and 31.5 frames per second, as well as close to Dell XPS 13, which in a resolution of 1080p issued 33 frames per second. But when we set ultrasoundwork the quality of graphics, the mini-PC from Intel was capable of only a slideshow with a frame rate of 16 and 17 FPS on the two above-mentioned permissions.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Options and configurations

IN model row 2015 Intel has several versions Intel NUC., distinguished by various components. The base model costs $ 295 and is equipped with a Core i3-5010u processor 2.1 GHz. The version that has a 2.5-inch storage compartment, just 15 mm higher and $ 5 more expensive. Our system with Core i5 processor is found in retail at a price of $ 391, but there is also a version with a 2.5-inch compartment, it is called nuc5i5ryh and costs $ 383.

Intel NUC. With the Core i7 processor (NUC5I7RYH) will appear this year, but the price is still unknown. Also, each configuration is presented in a version for a business that is characterized by the Intel VPRO control technology and two Mini-DisplayPort connectors instead of mini-HDMI + Mini-DisplayPort.

We strongly recommend buying Intel NUC. With 2.5 inches disc compartment, because it allows you to use two drives: Cutting mechanical hard disk for storing files and fast SSD M.2 for system and applications.

Overview Mini PC Intel NUC | Let's sum up

Intel NUC. - It is a high productivity in a small attractive body. For those who do not want to mess around with the installation of RAM, the drive and OS there are larger and expensive mini-PCs, such as MacBook Mini or ThinkCentre M83. Advanced gamers tend to prefer desktops or laptops with discrete video cards. But if you do not mind working a screwdriver and you need a small desktop system as the main PC or home theater, then Intel NUC. Broadwell chips are the best option.

Benefits:

• Attractive compact design.
• High performance.
• Support fast SSD M.2.
• Replaceable covers with additional features.
• Image output in 4K or 3 monitors.

Disadvantages:

• comes without RAM, OS and drive.

Good day. This is my first review on this site.

Some information about yourself, and for what I decided to buy this Chinese mini PC.

I am engaged in video production. I work in Edius, Photoshop programs, Adobe After Effect.

Configuration of the previous computer:
Intel Core duo. E7500 2.93Ghz.
Video Map Built-in
4GB memory
SATA Screw

Performance of my PC is enough for normal operation. Only one drawback of my computer - He is very noisy. IN lately It began to strain very much, so I began to look for him an alternative.

The alternative was not so much and not all of them corresponded to my criteria.

First option.

Computer from Apple manufacturer. I tried to master the programs on this operating system several times, but it did not work out.

Second option.

Buy a laptop or netbook. Such forms factor did not carry.

Third option.

Intel NUC, the price, seems to me, is a little overpriced.

These options for me were. All of them did not quite fit my small needs.

By shopping on Alliexpress, I came across an interesting aluminum mini PC (Chinese analog Intel NUC). The most important thing for me in these PC was that they did not create noise !!!

There were search for reviews on the Internet, but, unfortunately, there were very few of them. Found only two in Russian and they were not completely informative.

Since I was not interested in the last achievements in computer IndustryFor me it was difficult to determine what today Celeron, Icore 3, I5 system, etc. Complies with my requirements. I had a very simple, the main thing that the computer worked is not slower than the old one.

I had to spend a lot of time in finding the information I need, but I did not find it.

Then I decided to navigate the price. The price bar put up to 250 dollars. PC should have been with 4 GB of RAM, 32 GB SSD Screw. For the rest of the money, it was necessary to find a processor with a motherboard.

There were several options for Celeron 1037U, Core i5200U, Pen J2850 and others, but I stopped on the Core i3 4010u processor (4015).

Several days were conducted in the search for the best seller and prices. After correspondence with them, chose this (the link is at the beginning of the review) the price and responsiveness in the comments satisfied me.

Due to changes in our country of customs rules, a restriction on one parcel without registration of a declaration of 150 euros, since the cost of the Chinese miracle was more, a small problem appeared on parcel. The problem was solved very simply, the seller wrote the cost of a mini PC slightly less :) than in fact.

I asked to put 4 GB sAMSUNG memory and Win7. He sent the parcel through the EMC courier service. The track number on the official site chained only on the third day. After 12-13 days, the track appeared on the website of the EMC of the city of Kharkov.

Thank you for reading this place before this place, we will now turn to the review of the Mini PC.

I missed a few details in the text, so additionally you can watch an overview for youTube Channel.

In the package was:

White packaging box.
Aluminium case.
Support for computer.
HDMI Cable
Power supply with euro fork.
Wi-Fi antenna

Let's start with the housing.

It is made of thick cast aluminum with holes on the sides and at the top. The thickness of the housing is 29mm. Dimensions 197 * 197 * 29mm. Very neat and beautiful. Weighs about 1.2 kg.

Now go through the connectors.

2 USB 2.0 Connector
4 USB 3.0 Connector
Video outputs: HDMI, VGA
Ethernet port 1 Gb
Audio input and output
Connectors for antenna Wi-Fi 150 Mbps (For an additional $ 3, the seller will make 300 Mbps)
Turn on and off button.

Now let's look at the filling.

Motherboard with Core i3 4010U processor
RAM DDR3L 4 GB SAMSUNG and SSD 32GB Winchester.
Built-in video card.
Wi-Fi module

On the case cover there are holes for another SSD screw and for special fastening of VESA format. With this attachment, the PC can be attached to the back cover of the monitor or to the wall.

If you ask the seller insert Bluetooth 4.0, then you will do it for free. I, unfortunately, did not know this and therefore I had to buy USB Bluetooth For $ 3 to connect a mini keyboard.

After the first loading of the system was performed, there was no free space as much as I expected. With the Chinese friends installed, Win7, there was an empty space of 11.3 GB. By setting all programs for work, there are only about 2GB, which is very little. Therefore, I decided to order another SSD screw.

For people who want to buy such a PC only because of the Internet and watching movies in ON-Line, I think 11 GB is quite enough for normal operation.

Now let's see some screenshots of the system.

Test results.
I never tested my computers, so I had to be high than other authors test, and here's the result.

I work on this computer for more than 1.5 months. At the moment, everyone is very pleased. All tasks that I need, he performs. As written on the site, the power consumption of PC 15 W.

Such mini computers will find their buyer. I think this is a compromise between the stationary PC and the laptop. They will be in demand both in enterprises and for people who do not need large, powerful and noisy personal computers. One of these Ya.

For myself, I did not find minuses in this PC.
Pros - that's SILENCE And calm (I work at night when your relatives are already sleeping). Small bonus - Small energy consumption.

Opening the parcel I shot on the video that is below.

If you have questions or found technical inaccuracies in my review please email them, I will try to answer them and correct errors. Thank you.