Build your own compact desktop with the Intel NUC Quartz Canyon Xeon Kit. This compact desktop houses a 2.4 GHz Intel Xeon E-2286M 8-Core processor, which can be boosted up to 5.0 GHz. Add your own RAM, up to 64GB 2666 MHz DDR4, via the two memory slots. For storage, you can add two M.2 2280 SSDs, in RAID 0 or RAID 1 configurations. When it comes to ports, you'll have plenty of options, such as HDMI 2.0a, Thunderbolt 3, and USB Type-A. There are also dual Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 LAN jacks for a wired internet connection. However, you can go wireless, thanks to Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) support. Don't forget to install your own copy of Windows 10 on this computer.
Intel Xeon Performance
The Intel NUC features an Intel Xeon E-2286M processor. Its eight cores reach a stock speed of 2.4 GHz and can be boosted up to 5.0 GHz.
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) is the next-gen Wi-Fi standard, improving a variety of features including data rates, capacity, performance in dense environments, and power efficiency.
Expansion Options
The Intel NUC has two M.2 2280 slots as storage options. For RAM, there are two memory slots for 2666 MHz DDR4 modules.
Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 3 port.