ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ vs GMKtec NucBox K17
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
Core Ultra 9 285H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Home / US SKU
GMKtec NucBox K17
Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / black / US plug
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1Is it fast for normal work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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2Can it handle sustained work?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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3Can it game?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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4Is it loud or hot?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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Performance mode was loud in the review
Robtech found Balanced-mode fan noise tolerable but Performance mode too loud for his preference. His loan unit used the 285H and 32GB memory; this is an attributed listening impression, not a standardized noise measurement.
Robtech · 11:19 -
Included SSD ran hot during sustained stress Not available
GMKtec NucBox K17
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Performance mode was loud in the review Not available
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Included SSD ran hot during sustained stress
Robtech found the included 1TB eKit Store SSD reached thermal-throttling territory when he stressed the CPU and SSD together for an extended period. This concern applies to his drive and test conditions; it is not a normalized temperature result.
Robtech · 9:56
5How much electricity does it use?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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USB-C monitor did not power the review unit
Robtech could not start the mini PC using his USB-C monitor and used the supplied barrel-jack adapter. The monitor model and power budget were not specified.
Robtech · 1:27
GMKtec NucBox K17
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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USB-C monitor did not power the review unit Not available
7Is it good value?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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8Will it be dependable?
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
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Ubuntu worked in a basic compatibility check
Robtech said Ubuntu worked on his loan sample. He did not specify the distribution version or kernel, so this does not establish compatibility for every Linux installation.
Robtech · 3:08 -
A supplied BIOS update fixed inconsistent performance Not available
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Batocera 43 connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Not available
GMKtec NucBox K17
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Ubuntu worked in a basic compatibility check Not available
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A supplied BIOS update fixed inconsistent performance
Robtech reported large performance changes between power cycles on his review unit. He said a BIOS supplied by GMKtec, dated August 13, fixed the issue. This records his result; the installed firmware on current retail units is unconfirmed.
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Batocera 43 connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Team Pandory booted Batocera 43 from USB and reported working Wi-Fi and an 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth controller on his 16GB/512GB unit. This is a basic compatibility check for that configuration.
Team Pandory · 10:27
References
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ASUS. NUC 15 Pro+ specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: NUC15CRS family, Core Ultra 9 285H option; exact US retail configuration linked in manufacturer notes.
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. The FASTEST Intel Mini PC Is Here! ASUS NUC 15 Pro Plus Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285H / 32GB DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMM; DDR5-5600 also tested / Micron SSD, capacity unconfirmed / Windows 11 Pro; Ubuntu version unconfirmed. Balanced and Performance modes; firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Loan review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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GMKtec. NucBox K17 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / black / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. One of Their Best Mini PCs Yet, BUT...GMKtec K17 Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X-8533 / 1TB eKit Store PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro. Reviewer tested a supplied August 13 BIOS update; Balanced and Performance modes.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Team Pandory. This $559 Mini PC Has Surprisingly Powerful Graphics! [GMKTEC K17 Review]. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X-8533 / 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro; Batocera 43. Firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for ASUS NUC 15 Pro+
- Supports 80 GB more memory
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K17
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | NucBox K17 |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V |
| Cores / threads | 16 / 16 | 8 / 8 |
| Processor default TDP | 65 W | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc 140T | Intel Arc 130V |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | NucBox K17 |
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| Memory type | DDR5-6400 | LPDDR5X, up to 8533 MT/s, onboard |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 16 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | No |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | NucBox K17 |
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| Ethernet | 1 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V | 1 x 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Intel BE201 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Yes | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | NUC 15 Pro+ | NucBox K17 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |