Intel
Intel BXNUC9i9QNX1 NUC 9 i9 Mini PC + Dock
UHD5120 x 2880i9-9980HK8GB DDR4500W
The Intel NUC 9 packs a Core i9-9980HK processor and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity into a remarkably compact mini desktop with an included universal dock.
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Overview
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】 8GB DDR4 SODIMM; 500W Power Supply, Air Cooling CPU Cooler; Black Color, .
【Enormous Storage】 2TB SATA SSD; 6 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C), SD Reader, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 11 Home.,
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)
Specifications
Brand
Intel
Model
NUC9i9QNX (BXNUC9i9QNX1)
Processor
Intel Core i9-9980HK (2.40 GHz, up to 5.0 GHz, 16MB Cache)
Memory
8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
Storage
2TB SATA SSD
Graphics
Intel UHD 630 Integrated
Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6 AX200
Bluetooth
5.1
Ports
6x USB 3.1 Gen2, 1x HDMI, 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C), SD Card Reader
Cooling
Air Cooling
Power Supply
500W
Dimensions
4 x 10 x 9 inches
Weight
6 lbs
Included Accessory
Dell Universal Dock D6000 (USB-C)
ASIN
B0B7VPQCWZ
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Core i9-9980HK delivers high-end 8-core performance with turbo speeds up to 5 GHz
- Extremely compact 4 x 10 x 9 inch chassis saves significant desk and rack space
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports and six USB 3.1 Gen2 ports provide extensive connectivity
- Included Universal Dock D6000 adds triple-display support and additional ports
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 offer fast, modern wireless connectivity
👎 Cons
- 8GB of RAM is limited for a Core i9 system and will likely need upgrading for demanding workloads
- Integrated Intel UHD 630 graphics are modest for a machine at this processor tier
- 500W power supply may be more than needed without a discrete GPU installed
- 9th Gen processor is several generations behind current Intel offerings
Frequently Asked Questions
What processor powers the Intel NUC 9 i9?
It features the Intel Core i9-9980HK, an 8-core, 16-thread processor with a base clock of 2.40 GHz that turbo boosts up to 5.0 GHz, delivering serious desktop-class performance in a mini PC form factor.
What does the included Universal Dock D6000 add?
The Dell Universal Dock D6000 connects via USB-C and expands the NUC 9's connectivity with support for up to three additional displays, extra USB ports, and an Ethernet connection—essentially turning it into a full workstation hub.
Can the RAM and storage be upgraded on this NUC 9?
The NUC 9 uses DDR4 SO-DIMM memory slots and supports standard SATA and M.2 storage, so both RAM and storage can be upgraded beyond the included 8GB and 2TB configuration.
Does this NUC 9 support discrete graphics?
The NUC 9 Extreme chassis is designed with a Compute Element that can accept full-length desktop GPUs. However, this listing's configuration relies on the integrated Intel UHD 630 graphics.
What operating system comes pre-installed?
This unit ships with Windows 11 Home pre-installed and ready to use out of the box.
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