ASUS Ascent QN10
Compact Size,
Massive AI Power
The World's First AI Mini PC with 80 TOPS NPU
ASUS Ascent QN10 mini PC is powered by the Snapdragon® X2 Elite. With its 18-core Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU and integrated Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU, it supports intelligent, always-on AI experiences. Featuring up to 80 TOPS of AI processing via the Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU, it enables advanced AI experiences and supports multiple intelligent workloads simultaneously, including agentic AI applications.
Snapdragon X2 Elite
18 Cores Processor
Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU
Up to 80 TOPS
Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU
1.5x improvement over previous generation
LPDDR5x
Up to 32GB 9600 MHz
Dual SSD
Supported
Agentic AI Supported
(OpenClaw, Hermes Agent...)
Quad 4K Displays
1x HDMI, 3x USB4
7 USB Ports
3x USB4, 3x USB3.2 (Gen2), USB2.0
Wi-Fi 7
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Qualcomm® AI Hub
AI Developer Platform
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Target Audience
Powering Work, Creation, and Expanding AI
The ASUS Ascent QN10 targets everyone from home office users to AI developers and systems integrators seeking compact, high-performance systems capable of AI-driven workloads. Multi-display support, an NPU capable of 80 TOPS, and LPDDR5X memory enable it to support next-generation AI development and effortless deployment of edge-based AI applications.
SOHO / SMB
ASUS Ascent QN10 offers great performance for multitasking, with 18 cores and the most NPU TOPS of any mini PC, making it the fastest, most intelligent Copilot+ Windows PC.
Creators
With a 2nd generation integrated Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU, the ASUS Ascent QN10 provides crisp, clear graphics for content creation and immersive visual experiences.
AI Developers
The Ascent QN10 provides a platform for AI developers and prosumers with access to the Qualcomm® AI Hub, a central platform designed to simplify the development and deployment of AI models on-device.
Performance
Next-level Artificial Intelligence
The new ASUS Ascent QN10 features next-generation Snapdragon® X2 Elite platform, providing fast, powerful, and efficient performance with blazing AI processing power.
The ASUS Ascent QN10 mini PC, powered by the third-generation Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU, delivers up to 18 cores and reaches speeds of up to 4.7 GHz for exceptional performance and power efficiency.
With its premium Oryon architecture, it enables ultra-fast responsiveness to handle demanding creative workflows and productivity tasks with ease.
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Snapdragon X2 Elite-18 Cores
Processor
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Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU
2.3x increase in performance per watt over previous gen
The ASUS Ascent QN10 delivers leading NPU TOPS in a mini PC, it offloads intensive AI workloads from the CPU and GPU, enabling a power-efficient, cool, and quiet system while powering advanced on-device experiences such as agentic AI assistants and Copilot+ capabilities.
With up to 80 TOPS of AI performance, the Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU delivers robust acceleration for media editing, multimodal content generation, and agentic AI workloads.
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Up To
80 TOPS
NPU
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Up To
78%
Performance Boost
Faster Performance. Significant Efficiency.
The ASUS Ascent QN10 features cutting-edge LPDDR5X memory, offering a strategic balance of speed and power efficiency for AI and edge computing workloads.
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Faster
20%
Performance
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Less
50%
Power Consumption
Note 1: The system uses onboard LPDDR5x memory for higher speed, power efficiency, and compact design. Memory is non-removable and non-upgradable. Maximum capacity: 32 GB.
Note 2: This slide highlights the "20% faster / 50% lower power" message, while retaining the technical data (68 GB/s vs 51 GB/s) for justification. When directly comparing LPDDR5X to LPDDR5, the performance increase is approximately 33%.
Powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite, the QN10 delivers unparalleled power efficiency, enabling smooth, cool, and quiet performance no matter the task.
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Optimized Architecture
The chip's architecture is optimized for power efficiency, intelligently offloading workloads to dedicated components to enable maximum performance with minimal energy consumption -
Leading Performance Per Watt
Save on energy costs without compromising on your computing needs. Great TCO savings when replacing traditional desktops
The ASUS Ascent QN10 mini PC ensures peak performance with an advanced cooling system, featuring a high-efficiency CPU fan and a powerful vapor chamber within its small chassis. Furthermore, a dedicated cooling fan for the Gen5 SSD has also been integrated. Despite all this power, the Ascent QN10 delivers a quiet user experience under light loads, ensuring a distraction-free experience.
Connectivity
Versatile I/O for the Workplace or the Edge
ASUS Ascent QN10 delivers all the necessary I/O ports for fast throughput and multi-display setups—ensuring smooth and reliable performance for all scenarios.
All USB ports with individual USB power control
Dimensions: 130 x 130 x 40mm
Weight: 620g
- USB 2.0 Type-A
- USB 3.2 Type-A
- Power Button
- Audio Jack
- 2 x USB4 Type-C
(DP1.4/PD, 5V/3A, 40Gbps)
- USB4 Type-C
(DP1.4/PD, 5V/3A, 40Gbps) - HDMI 2.1 FRL
- DC-IN
- 2 x USB 3.2 Type-A
- 2.5G LAN
With USB4 Type-C® and HDMI® 2.1, the Ascent QN10 offers advanced I/O connectivity and wireless support-delivering rapid file transfers, cloud access, and seamless device syncing from its compact chassis. Integrated Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU enable smooth 4K UHD video and image processing, supporting up to four displays for an extended and immersive workspace.
ASUS Ascent QN10 mini PC delivers all the necessary I/O ports for fast throughput and multi-display setups—ensuring smooth and reliable performance for all scenarios.
Security
Robust Security and Manageability
ASUS Ascent QN10 combines hardware-based security with chip-to-cloud protection, featuring fTPM 2.0 and Microsoft Pluton to deliver enterprise-grade security, manageability, and future-ready compliance for modern businesses.
ASUS Ascent QN10 with built-in firmware TPM (fTPM 2.0) delivers enterprise-grade security, reliable performance, and future-ready compliance-making it the ideal mini PC choice for modern business users.
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Strong Security
fTPM for encryption and key protection to safeguard sensitive data & credentials -
Compliance & Reliability
TPM 2.0 support for Windows 11, ensuring stable operations for enterprises -
Future-Ready IT
Enables BitLocker, secure boot, and advanced security tools, ensuring long-term stability
Microsoft Pluton integrates passkey support directly into the CPU, securely storing sensitive data on the device and certifying the QN10 as a Microsoft Secured-core PC.
Support
Comprehensive Software & Support Solutions
ASUS Ascent QN10 is the world's first AI mini PC with an 80 TOPS NPU, delivering Copilot+ PC features. In addition, access to Qualcomm® AI Hub enables rapid development of edge AI models for creators, businesses, and industrial applications. Purchase ASUS Ascent QN10 and receive a 1-month Adobe Creative Cloud free trial. Backed by ASUS business service, it ensures reliable and worry-free use for both personal and enterprise needs.
Agentic AI
Run Hybrid Agentic AI with FlexibilityThe ASUS Ascent QN10 enables 24/7 flexible agentic AI execution with support for OpenClaw and other platforms. Using familiar messaging apps like WhatsApp, Line, and more to send commands, it combine cloud intelligence with local inference for a hybrid architecture that optimizes performance, responsiveness, and both cost & power efficiency.
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Cloud LLM + API
Everyday OpenClaw (4GB RAM required), best for home users, SMBs, or first time deployers.
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Cloud + Local Hybrid
Power users, route the simple tasks to ASUS Ascent QN10's NPU for free local inference, best for creators or developers seeking local speed & reduced cloud API costs.
Disclaimers
- ASUS Ascent QN10 supports and is compatible with third-party open-source software, OpenClaw, Hermes Agent…etc.
- OpenClaw is a trademark/product of its respective owners.
- API dependency refers to the local execution of open-source models (e.g., Llama, Qwen) using the ASUS Ascent QN10's onboard hardware. Third-party services, premium licensed models, or web-based plugins may still incur separate fees from their respective providers. Saving regarding API tokens are illustrative and depend on user-specific workflows and the choice of local open-source models. ASUS does not provide API keys or licenses for third-party proprietary models. Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with the terms of service of any deployed AI models and third-party software integrated with OpenClaw or other frameworks.
- Data exposure may occur if network access or third-party services are configured. Based on default local configuration with no external endpoints enabled.
Qualcomm® AI Hub
Accelerate Ascent QN10 AI applications across various use cases.Qualcomm® AI Hub is a developer-centric platform designed to streamline on-device AI development and deployment built on top of the Qualcomm® AI Stack software. It offers developers an accessible way to optimize, validate, and deploy AI models on the ASUS Ascent QN10, creating a more intuitive and efficient workflow for developers working on edge AI applications.
- 175+ Pre-optimized models
- BYOM Bring Your Own Model
- BYOD Bring Your Own Data
- REAL DEVICES Real Devices
- Models Ready to use & download
- Apps Easy to deploy with QN10
- Workbench Optimize & customize Models
Ready for Copilot+ Experiences
With the dedicated Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU, fast LPDDR5x memory, and ample storage, ASUS Ascent QN10 fully supports Microsoft Copilot+, the enterprise-ready AI assistant built into Windows 11—enabling users to adopt AI-assisted workflows confidently without compromising performance or deployment flexibility.
Live Captions
Connect with global clients—right from your desk. Get accurate subtitles in real time with automatic Live Captions.
Recall
Recall a document or image and locate it instantly with Copilot+ Recall.
Cocreator
Bring artistic visions to life using simple text prompts and rough sketches with Copilot+ Cocreator.
*Copilot+ OS comes with selected configurations.
**Copilot+ PC's require Windows 11 and an NPU of at least 40 TOPS for on-device AI, with a minimum of 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD storage.
Unleash Your Creativity with AI
Free 1 Months of Adobe Creative Cloud
Turn Imagination into Reality Fast (Photoshop)
Discover the power of generative AI with tools for Text to Image and Generative Fill. Simplify the creative process, effortlessly create, adjust, and enhance visuals.
Seamless Perfection, Quick Video Edits
(Premiere Pro)
Generative AI tools streamline complex tasks and boost editing speed. Use features like Object Add/Remove and Generative Extend for quick, precise adjustments.
Bring Your World into 3D
(Substance 3D Sampler & Stager)
Image-to-Texture transforms generative AI for 3D artists, allowing fast creation of photorealistic textures from image. It enhances creativity while integrating smoothly into workflows.
Access expert support and manage your assets with a tailored service package
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Comprehensive 24x7 support
24x7 priority access to hardware and software experts
One-year Warranty
100% free of charge, with no hidden costs. Covers over 50 countries
Multiple Service term Available
Experience a service that covers repair and return of your support hardware
MyASUS app
This exclusive app lets you get in touch with customer service, know your device's repair status, access product instruction manuals, etc.
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ASUS Premium Care
ASUS Premium Care Provides customized services to protect your products. Please see https://www.asus.com/tw/support/premium_care/ for more information
Warranty Extension
This allows customers to extend service coverage of products to match the expected length of time they will be used
Accidental Damage Protection (ADP)
This helps avoid repair or replacement costs due to mishaps that occur during normal operation of devices
Defective HDD Retention (DHR)
DHR allows customers to retain their malfunctioning hard drive while their defective drive is replaced
- This warranty does not include failure caused by improper installation, operation, cleaning or maintenance, accident, damage, misuse, abuse, non-ASUS modifications to the Product, any third-party software programs, normal wear and tear or any other event, act, default or omission outside ASUS' control.
- Must be purchased and activated within 180 days of your ASUS product purchase date via ASUS Premium Care.
- Warranty terms may vary by model & country. Please confirm details with your local sales representative.
*ASUS Premium Care offerings and contents on this page may vary by country and device eligibility.
*Prior up purchase, kindly review the service details at https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1041573.
*Please check the Terms and Conditions of the service seller in your country, as they may differ.
Durability
Torture-tested for perfection
ASUS Ascent QN10 is tested to withstand the rigors of transportation and the wear and tear of continuous daily use, to ensure they meet our exact standards and exceed those used by other manufacturers.
Shock Test
Assess ability to withstand mechanical shock stress caused during shipping and use.
Vibration Test
Assess ability to withstand mechanical vibration stress caused during shipping and use.
Humidity Test
Confirm that product operates (boot and run) at extreme humidity.
Port Test
Simulate the forces a connector might experience in tight spaces over long periods under accelerated stress conditions.
High Temperature Test
Confirm that solder joints will be reliable over product lifetime.
Low Temperature Test
Confirm that product operates (boot and run) at extreme temperatures.
Noise & Audio Test
System noise levels do not exceed requirements.
FAQ
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The ASUS Ascent QN10 is powered by the next-generation Snapdragon® X2 Elite platform with an 18 core CPU, delivering an industry-leading 80 TOPS of AI processing power and significantly outperforming many current mini PCs.
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As a fully compliant Copilot+ PC, the QN10 supports low-latency, on-device AI features such as “Click to Do” and “Generative Fill” in Paint. For developers, it supports the Qualcomm® AI Hub workflow, allowing users to download optimized AI models, deploy applications directly on the QN10, and fine-tune models using AI Workbench.
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The QN10 comes equipped with up to 32GB of LPDDR5x 9600 MHz memory, which is 20% faster and 50% more power-efficient than standard DDR5.
For storage, it offers strong expandability with a dual SSD design: one M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 5 slot and one PCIe Gen 4 slot, supporting up to 4TB total capacity. -
The QN10 features the latest connectivity standards, including Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and 2.5G LAN. It offers extensive I/O with 7 USB ports and supports up to four simultaneous 4K displays, making it ideal for multitasking and digital signage applications.
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The ASUS Ascent QN10 mini PC is primarily designed for prosumers, AI model builders, and tech innovators who require high performance in a compact form factor. Additionally, its edge computing capabilities make it a strong choice for commercial applications such as digital signage, smart kiosks, and enterprise data analytics.
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Yes. The ASUS Ascent QN10 mini PC delivers up to 80 TOPS of AI performance and supports up to 32GB of LPDDR5x memory, enabling smooth and efficient execution of agentic AI applications such as OpenClaw and Hermes Agent. Designed for 24/7 operation, it supports automated tasks such as file organization, reporting, and workflow coordination.
