ASUS ExpertCenter PN55 vs GEEKOM A8 Max
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ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
Ryzen AI 7 450 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US SKU
GEEKOM A8 Max
Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / silver chassis / US market
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1Is it fast for normal work?
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Video editing with effects Not available
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Video editing with effects
TT Technology reported choppy playback when adding heavier effects and stabilization to a 4K Premiere Pro timeline on his 32GB/2TB unit. He found proxies useful for smoother editing. This is a report about his project, not a MiniPCBench performance measurement.
TT Technology · 3:21
2Can it handle sustained work?
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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3Can it game?
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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4Is it loud or hot?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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5How much electricity does it use?
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Case lock also restricts bottom-panel access
Level1Techs showed that the Kensington lock prevents access to the bottom panel on the reviewed 64GB unit.
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Opening the case Not available
GEEKOM A8 Max
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Case lock also restricts bottom-panel access Not available
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Opening the case
Robtech showed that opening his A8 Max required removing four glued rubber feet before prying off the bottom cover. Allow extra care and time when accessing the memory or SSD.
Robtech · 2:03
7Is it good value?
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8Will it be dependable?
ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
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Reviewer confirmed custom EFI keys worked
Level1Techs demonstrated the firmware key-management options and reported that a Linux installation with custom EFI keys worked. The distribution, kernel and firmware version were not specified.
Level1Techs · 5:09
GEEKOM A8 Max
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Reviewer confirmed custom EFI keys worked Not available
References
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ASUS. ExpertCenter PN55 US SKU specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 7 450 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US SKU
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Level1Techs. Is it Worth it? A Quick Overview of the ASUS ExpertCenter PN55. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 7 450 / 64GB DDR5-5600, 2 x 32GB / 1TB Micron NVMe SSD. Performance mode for benchmarks. Windows edition, Linux distribution, kernel and firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Acquisition terms unconfirmed. YouTube displays an affiliate product tag; editor links ASUS in the description.
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GEEKOM. A8 Max specifications and US retail configurations. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / silver chassis / US market
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. Bigger and Better Ryzen Mini PC - GEEKOM A8 MAX Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 2TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware unconfirmed. Storage differs from this 1TB catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Manufacturer supplied review unit; affiliate and coupon links.
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TT Technology. Geekom A8 Max - Epic Mini Pc!. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 2TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro; UK power adapter; firmware unconfirmed. Storage differs from this 1TB catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Sponsored by GEEKOM; manufacturer supplied unit and retail/coupon links.
Value for money
No value comparison is available. It requires eligible test scores and at least four current price observations in seven days.
Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for ASUS ExpertCenter PN55
- Supports 32 GB more memory
- Provides 2 storage slots versus
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A8 Max
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | A8 Max |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | 45 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 860M | AMD Radeon 780M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM, 2 x 16GB | DDR5 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE, Realtek RTL8125BG | 2 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | ExpertCenter PN55 | A8 Max |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |