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Intel BXNUC9i9QNX1-4332-15940 NUC 9 Mini PC w/ D6000 Dock

UHD5120 x 2880i9-9980HK64GB DDR4500W

High-performance Intel NUC 9 mini PC with Core i9, 64GB RAM, and 2TB SSD paired with a D6000 docking station.

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Overview

Experience Uncompromising Performance in a Mini PC

Introducing the Intel NUC 9 Home & Entertainment Mini Desktop, a powerful and compact system designed for demanding tasks and immersive entertainment. Featuring a high-end Intel Core i9 processor, ample memory, and lightning-fast storage, this mini PC delivers exceptional performance in a small form factor...

  • Processor: Intel Core i9-9980HK 2.40GHz (up to 5 GHz)
  • Memory: 64GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
  • Storage: 2TB PCIe SSD
  • Graphics: Intel UHD 630
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 AX200, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Ports: 6 x USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 x HDMI, 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C), SD Card Reader

Key Features

【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. No Display ; Wi-Fi 6 AX200 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, .

9th Gen Intel Core i9-9980HK 2.40GHz Processor (upto 5 GHz, 16MB Cache, ) ; Intel UHD 630 Integrated Graphics, .

【High Speed and Multitasking】 64GB DDR4 SODIMM; 500W Power Supply, Air Cooling CPU Cooler; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 6 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C), SD Reader, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 10 Pro.,

Includes Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C)(Supports upto 3 Displays;Max Resolution 5120 x 2880;Combo Audio, Speaker Out Port;USB 3.0 Type-A, USB-C (1 Power share);HDMI, Display Port, RJ-45)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 64GB RAM and 2TB PCIe SSD provide serious workstation-level capacity in a mini form factor
  • Core i9-9980HK with boost to 5GHz delivers strong multi-threaded CPU performance
  • Bundled D6000 dock adds extensive connectivity for a full desktop replacement setup
  • Thunderbolt 3, Wi-Fi 6, and six USB 3.1 Gen2 ports cover virtually every peripheral need

👎 Cons

  • Intel UHD 630 integrated graphics limits GPU-accelerated tasks like 3D rendering and gaming
  • Core i9-9980HK is a 9th-generation processor, now several generations behind current offerings
  • Compact chassis can produce noticeable fan noise under sustained heavy CPU loads
  • Premium pricing for a configuration that uses older-generation silicon

Frequently Asked Questions

The D6000 is a USB docking station that adds additional display outputs, USB ports, and Ethernet connectivity, expanding the NUC 9's already generous port selection for multi-monitor desktop setups.
With a Core i9-9980HK, 64GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 2TB PCIe SSD, it handles heavy multitasking and editing well. The integrated Intel UHD 630 graphics is adequate for timeline editing, though GPU-intensive 3D rendering will be limited compared to systems with discrete graphics.
The NUC 9 Extreme (Ghost Canyon) chassis accepts a single-slot GPU via its Compute Element design. Verify the specific slot length supported, as larger cards may not fit the compact enclosure.
It ships with Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 and Bluetooth 5.1, providing current-generation wireless speeds and low-latency peripheral connections out of the box.
It comes with Windows 10 Pro, which is eligible for a free upgrade to Windows 11 if the hardware meets Microsoft's requirements.