Dell Pro 5 Micro vs GEEKOM A8 Max
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Dell Pro 5 Micro
Core Ultra 5 335 / 16GB DDR5 / 512GB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
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?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
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Video editing with effects Not available
GEEKOM A8 Max
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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?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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3Can it game?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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4Is it loud or hot?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
Not available
GEEKOM A8 Max
Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
Not available
GEEKOM A8 Max
Not available
6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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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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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?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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8Will it be dependable?
Dell Pro 5 Micro
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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References
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Dell US. Pro 5 Micro P5M1260 US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 335 / 16GB DDR5 / 512GB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Dell Support. Pro 5 Micro P5M1260: Internal slots. Product page. Accessed .
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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
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for Dell Pro 5 Micro
- Provides 2 storage slots versus
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A8 Max
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | Pro 5 Micro | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 335 | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 8 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | Pro 5 Micro | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 non-ECC SODIMM, 1 x 16GB | DDR5 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pro 5 Micro | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 1 x Intel I219-LM Gigabit Ethernet | 2 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Intel BE211 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0, internal antenna | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | No | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | No | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | Pro 5 Micro | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Enclosure volume | 1.2 liters | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |