PRESS RELEASE
New advanced mini-PC series powered by up to 6th-generation Intel Core processors with DDR4 RAM, and up to discrete NVIDIA graphics
KEY POINTS
- 2-litre mini PCs feature Intel ‘Skylake’ processors with DDR4 RAM for unrivalled performance
- VivoMini VM65N features discrete NVIDIA GeForce graphics for smooth 4K UHD visuals and casual gaming, and immersive ASUS SonicMaster-enhanced audio
- Vivo DualBay, a flexible dual-storage design, can accommodate up to two 2.5-inch solid-state (SSD) or hard disk drives (HDD)
Taipei, Taiwan (9th March, 2016) — ASUS today announced the VivoMini VM65 Series, a range of mini PCs featuring the latest technologies to deliver blazing-fast performance and stunning 4K UHD visuals. VivoMini VM65 Series mini PCs are powered by a choice of Intel® Core™ ‘Skylake’ processors with DDR4 RAM, and feature discrete NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics and ASUS SonicMaster-enhanced audio to make them an ideal choice for a daily computing platform or home entertainment hub.
The VivoMini VM65 Series is a range of sub-2-litre ASUS consumer PCs that will bear the new ASUS VivoMini name. Existing VivoPC models (VM62N, VM62, VM60, VM42, VM40B, VC62B, VC60V, and VC60) will retain the VivoPC branding.
Intel Core performance and discrete NVIDIA graphics
VivoMini VM65 Series mini PCs are powered by a choice of 6th-generation Intel Core processors and feature up to 16GB DDR4 RAM to provide users with fast and efficient performance for daily multitasking computing.
The higher-specification VivoMini VM65N has discrete NVIDIA GeForce 930M Optimus™ graphics and 4K UHD display support to allow users to enjoy stunning videos, play casual games at their highest settings, or view incredibly-detailed photos. NVIDIA graphics cards deliver a performance boost of up to 56% over PCs with integrated graphics, making VivoMini VM65N an ideal photo or video editing platform.
VivoMini VM65 Series mini PCs come with built-in SonicMaster speakers — doing away with the need for external speakers. This gives VivoMini VM65 Series deep rich bass and crystal-clear vocals, even at the highest volume levels.
Extensive connectivity including SuperSpeed USB 3.1
The VivoMini VM65N model features SuperSpeed USB 3.1[1] for twice (2X) the data transfer speeds of USB 3.0 and up to twenty times (20X) that of USB 2.0. It has two USB 3.1 and four USB 3.0 ports, so users can hook up a USB keyboard, mouse, and printer, and still have ports available to charge their mobile devices. There is also a 4-in-1 card reader, an audio-output jack, as well as DisplayPort++ and HDMI ports.
VivoMini VM65 Series mini PCs can support up to three independent displays through HDMI and DisplayPort++. This gives users more onscreen space for multitasking, allowing them to spread out work windows, mirror content, or extend a single window across multiple displays. There is even touchscreen support for intuitive fingertip input.
VivoMini VM65N features an Intel Wi-Fi card for superfast connectivity. Users can use the exclusive ASUS Media Streamer and Remote Go! apps to stream music and video files smoothly, or control VivoMini VM65N remotely. It also has built-in Bluetooth® 4.0.
Vivo DualBay for flexible storage options and upgradability
VivoMini VM65 Series mini PCs feature Vivo DualBay, a unique dual-storage design that can accommodate a combination of up to two 2.5-inch SSDs and HDDs for added storage flexibility. This gives users the option to mix and match SSD or HDD options for an ideal balance between larger storage capacities or faster data access speeds. Models without Vivo DualBay will have a single 3.5-inch HDD.
A single 3.5-inch HDD, or two 2.5-inch HDDs via Vivo DualBay, would be sufficient to store entire movie or music libraries; while a combination of a 2.5-inch HDD and an SSD would be a perfect choice for fast operating system boot times and lightning-fast application launches.
The Good Design Award-winning VivoMini VM65 Series mini PCs have the iconic Zen-inspired spun-metal finish. The elegant Iron Grey colour scheme makes them a striking addition to any home. These mini PCs can be VESA-mounted on the back of a display to create a custom all-in-one PC.
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
The ASUS VM65N Series will be available in the United Kingdom for a suggested retail price of £549.99 for the VM65N-G018Z model (i5-6200U CPU / 4GB RAM / 128GB SSD / 1TB HDD / GT930M 1GB GPU/ Win 10 64bit OS/ Intel Dual Band 802.11ac WiFi+ BT / Wireless Keyboard & Mouse / VESA).
Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.
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SPECIFICATIONS[2] |
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Processor |
Intel® 6th generation Core™ i5-6200U Processor Intel® 6th generation Core™ i3-6100U Processor |
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Operating system |
Windows®10 Home Windows®10 Pro Windows® 7 Pro Without OS |
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Graphics |
VM65N: NVIDIA® GeForce® 930M Optimus™ Graphics w/ 1GB GDDR3 VRAM VM65: Integrated Intel® HD Graphics 520 |
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Memory |
4GB DDR4-2133MHz memory (up to 16GB) 2 x SO-DIMM |
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Storage |
SATA 6Gb/s; 3.5in 500GB/1TB 7200rpm HDD, or 2.5in 500GB/1TB 5400rpm HDD, or 2.5in 128GB/256G SSD Supports 2 x 2.5in drives via Vivo DualBay |
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Integrated speakers |
2 x 2W speakers |
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Wireless |
Dual Band 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth V4.0 or 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth V4.0 |
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Connectivity |
2 x USB 3.1* (only on VM65N model) 4 x USB 3.0 1 x HDMI (support Ultra HD 4K) 1 x DisplayPort ++ (support Ultra HD 4K) 1 x LAN(RJ45) Port 1 x 4-in-1 Card Reader 2 x Audio Jacks (Mic in/Headphone out) 1 x S/PDIF Out 1 x DC-in 1 x Kensington Lock |
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Colours |
Iron Grey |
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Size |
190 x 190 x 56.2 (mm) 7.5" x 7.5" x 2.2" |
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Weight |
1.2kg or 2.6lbs (includes a 3.5” HDD) |
About ASUS
ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world’s best-selling, most award-winning motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today’s digital home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets, smartphones and wearables. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,368 awards in 2015 and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC™. ASUS has more than 17,000 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 5,500 engineers. Company revenue for 2015 was approximately US$14 billion.
[1] Discrete graphics and USB 3.1 only on VivoMini VM65N model
[2] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full specifications are available at http://www.asus.com
