5 I/O Features That Make the Intel NUC 9 Ghost Canyon Stand Out

Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports on the rear panel This is workstation-level connectivity in a mini PC, enabling external GPUs or fast NVMe enclosures.

Two separate Gigabit Ethernet ports with Intel controllers The Intel i210 and i219 controllers are the gold standard, making this NUC ideal for a router or firewall build.

Four USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports Two are up front and two are in back, all offering 10 Gbps speeds for fast peripherals.

One USB-C port (Gen 2) on the front panel This provides another high-speed connection option without needing to reach around back.

HDMI 2.0b and mini DisplayPort 1.4 on the rear These dual video outputs support high-resolution displays, complementing the Thunderbolt ports for multi-monitor setups.