GEEKOM A5 vs GMKtec NucBox K11
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GEEKOM A5
Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US market
GMKtec NucBox K11
Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / black chassis / US plug
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1Is it fast for normal work?
GEEKOM A5
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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2Can it handle sustained work?
GEEKOM A5
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A5
Not available
GMKtec NucBox K11
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4Is it loud or hot?
GEEKOM A5
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Reviewer impression of fan noise
Robtech described fan noise on his 16GB/512GB A5 as low and unobtrusive, though audible. This is his impression of the reviewed unit, not a MiniPCBench noise score.
Robtech · 9:48
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Reviewer impression of fan noise Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A5
Not available
GMKtec NucBox K11
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
GEEKOM A5
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Ribbon cable beneath the cover
ETA PRIME showed the A5 bottom cover still attached to the motherboard by a ribbon cable after removing its four screws. Open it carefully when accessing the memory or drives.
ETA PRIME · 2:13
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Ribbon cable beneath the cover Not available
7Is it good value?
GEEKOM A5
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A5
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Wireless worked in Robtech’s test Not available
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Wi-Fi struggled in Team Pandory’s test Not available
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Batocera 41 connected to wireless devices Not available
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Wireless worked in Robtech’s test
Robtech reported working Bluetooth and a full Valorant session over 5GHz Wi-Fi without network warnings. His router was about 12 metres away. He cautioned that one successful sample does not establish consistent wireless performance across units.
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Wi-Fi struggled in Team Pandory’s test
Team Pandory could not complete an online speed test using the original Intel AX200 wireless card in his setup. Replacing it with a MediaTek RZ616 allowed the test to run. This differs from Robtech’s experience; their networks and units were not tested under identical conditions.
Team Pandory · 15:22 -
Batocera 41 connected to wireless devices
Team Pandory reported that Batocera 41 booted, connected to the local Wi-Fi network and paired with a Bluetooth controller. This checks basic connectivity on that review unit, not sustained wireless throughput or every Linux distribution.
Team Pandory · 10:03
References
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GEEKOM. A5 US configurations and specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US market
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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ETA PRIME. CHEAP Ryzen Mini PC Tested! GEEKOM A5 (Ryzen 5 7430U) Gaming & Performance Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 512GB SSD / Windows 11; firmware unconfirmed. Storage differs from this 1TB catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Affiliate and software-key links; review-unit acquisition not established.
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Robtech. My Favourite GEEKOM Mini PC - GEEKOM A5 2025 Edition Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 5 7430U / 16GB DDR4 / 512GB SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware unconfirmed. Storage differs from this 1TB catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Manufacturer supplied review sample; affiliate and coupon links.
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GMKtec. NucBox K11 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / black chassis / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. GMKtec's Best Mini Yet! K11 Mini PC Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5-5600 / 1TB Crucial NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Team Pandory. Uncovering the GMKtec K11: Ryzen 9 8945HS Performance, Flaws & Fixes!. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB (2 × 16GB) Crucial DDR5-5600 / 1TB Crucial P3 Plus / Windows 11 Pro 23H2; Batocera 41 also tested. Firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A5
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K11
- Supports 32 GB more memory
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A5 | NucBox K11 |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| Cores / threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 780M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A5 | NucBox K11 |
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| Memory type | DDR4 SO-DIMM | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 96 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 3 | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | A5 | NucBox K11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 1 × 2.5GbE | 2 × 2.5GbE, Intel I226V |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth version unconfirmed | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | No | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | A5 | NucBox K11 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |