Question 1

Which is better, ASUS ROG NUC or Intel NUC 13 Extreme?

Accepted Answer

Both products scored 8.5/10 in our testing — it's a tie. Choose based on which features matter most to you.

Question 2

Is the ASUS ROG NUC worth it over the Intel NUC 13 Extreme?

Accepted Answer

The ASUS ROG NUC scores 8.5/10 while the Intel NUC 13 Extreme scores 8.5/10. The ASUS ROG NUC is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Compact Gaming PCs 2026 category.

ASUS ROG NUC vs Intel NUC 13 Extreme: Which to Buy?