Intel Extreme NUC9i9QNX
Intel

Extreme NUC9i9QNX

CPU i9 9980HK
GPU 6400
Max RAM 64GB
Drives 5
From $920
Seller Amazon

The Intel Extreme NUC9i9QNX is a mini PC powered by the Intel i9 9980HK (9th gen). It features 8 performance cores and 16 threads and a soldered CPU. Graphics are handled by the discrete AMD 6400. Supports up to 64GB of RAM across 2 slots at 2666 MT/s. Storage capacity of up to 5 drives including 3 NVMe, 1× 2.5" SATA. Connectivity includes USB4 40Gbps, HDMI 2.1. Networking features 2 Ethernet ports (up to 1G). Dimensions: 238 × 216 × 96mm (4.94L). Uses a FLEX PSU (500W), 45W TDP.

CPU & Performance

CPUi9 9980HK
Generation9th
P-Cores8
Threads16
Single-core50
Multi-core21
Socket0

GPU

GPU6400
Discrete GPUYes
Integrated GPUYes
eGPU supportNo

RAM

Max RAM64GB
RAM slots2
Max speed2666 MT/s
ECC supportNo

Storage

Max drives5
NVMe slots3
Gen3 x43
2.5" SATA1
SD cardYes

Ports & Connectivity

HDMI 2.11
USB4 40Gbps2
Max displays6

Network

Max Ethernet2G
1G ports2
vProN

Physical

Dimensions238 × 216 × 96 mm
Volume4.94L
Fan size90mm

Power

TDP45W
PSU typeFLEX
PSU500W

Additional

Recommended for gaming, GPU-accelerated creative work, 3D or graphics-heavy tasks, larger multitasking workloads, and local storage expansion. Consider Intel Extreme NUC9i9QNX if you want a mini PC built around its listed Intel i9 9980HK processor and AMD 6400 discrete GPU plus integrated graphics. It is a stronger fit when the listed CPU, GPU, connectivity, and expansion features match your workload requirements.

Intel Extreme NUC9i9QNX features Intel i9 9980HK with AMD 6400 discrete GPU plus integrated graphics, offering 2× 1G Ethernet, USB4 and HDMI 2.1, and expanded internal storage. CPU details include 9th CPU generation, 8 performance cores, and 16 threads. Memory support includes up to 64GB RAM across 2 slots at 2666 MT/s. Storage support includes up to 5 storage drives including 3 NVMe SSD slots, 3× PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe, and 1× 2.5-inch SATA bay and SD card reader. Display support includes support for up to 6 displays. Port connectivity includes 2× USB4 40Gbps, 1× HDMI 2.1, 1× PCIe x16 expansion slot, and 1× PCIe x4 expansion slot. Networking includes 2× 1G Ethernet. Physical design includes a 238 × 216 × 96 mm chassis (4.94L). Cooling information lists 90 mm main fan. Power information lists FLEX power supply rated at 500W and 45W TDP.

Based on its overall score of 262.9, Intel Extreme NUC9i9QNX is positioned as a solid midrange mini PC entry in this dataset; compare it against alternatives by CPU class, GPU type, memory ceiling, storage expansion, LAN, and port selection.

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