# Powerful Palm-Sized Computers The Palm-Sized Minisforum NAD9 Boasts an Intel Core i9 By Colin Smith | Published 2023-02-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minisforum-nad9 References: [store.minisforum](https://store.minisforum.com/collections/all-product/products/pre-sale-minisforum-nad9?gclid=Cj0KCQiA54KfBhCKARIsAJzSrdqqX3NJkQD4OjkcLCD4f2ai1H6GXjJV6PP2pr7EVu5zYNNWM99RgykaAlKcEALw_wcB)  The Minisforum NAD9 is a mini PC that fits in a person's hand. Despite its small form factor, the NAD9 boasts a high-end Intel Core i9 processor, the 'i9-12900H.' This is a 14-core, 20-thread processor with six performance cores and eight efficiency cores. The performance cores run at up to 5 Ghz, while the efficiency cores run at a maximum speed of 3.8 Ghz. In terms of its GPU, this PC uses an Iris Xe 96EUs card running at 1450Mhz. The computer comes with up to 64GB of DDR4 memory and a configurable M.2 SSD. As for connectivity, the NAD9 has both Wifi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. The computer also comes loaded with enough interface options for periperals, speakers, multiple monitors, and wired connections. Image Credit: Minisforum ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mini PC Revolution:** The rise of palm-sized computers is disrupting the desktop PC industry and creating opportunities for portable, high-powered computing solutions. - **Intel Core I9 Dominance:** The Intel Core i9 processor's increasing popularity and performance is disrupting the traditional hierarchy of desktop computing and creating opportunities for high-end, compact devices. - **Wireless Connectivity Standard:** The widespread adoption of Wifi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 is disrupting the wired connectivity industry and creating opportunities for streamlined, wireless connection solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Desktop PC Manufacturing:** With the rise of palm-sized mini PCs, desktop PC manufacturers have the opportunity to innovate and create more compact, high-powered devices for consumers. - **Processor Manufacturing:** The increasing demand for high-end Intel Core i9 processors presents an opportunity for processor manufacturers to innovate and create more efficient and powerful processors. - **Wireless Connection Devices:** The widespread adoption of Wifi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 presents an opportunity for wireless connection device manufacturers to create products that cater to the needs of the modern, wireless consumer. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Cost Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m9.md) - [Powerful User-Upgradable Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acemagic-ad08.md) - [Sleek Marble Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/npb7.md) - [Palm-Sized Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m8s.md) - [Affordable No-Frills Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kamrui-ak1plus.md) - [Metallic Mini Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m600.md) - [Hyper-Performance Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-s600-apex.md) - [High-Performance Miniature PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-s500.md) - [Compact Workstation PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-01.md)