GEEKOM A6 vs GEEKOM A8 Max
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GEEKOM A6
Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / standard silver chassis / US market
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?
GEEKOM A6
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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?
GEEKOM A6
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A6
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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4Is it loud or hot?
GEEKOM A6
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Fan noise
Robtech described the A6’s fan noise as being on the high side during his cooling checks. His review covers default and performance modes; this observation is not a normalized noise score.
Robtech · 7:49
GEEKOM A8 Max
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Fan noise Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A6
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
GEEKOM A6
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Antenna lead during disassembly
In Depth Tech Reviews accidentally detached the thin antenna lead while opening his A6 and described reconnecting it as difficult. Take care with the lead between the bottom cover and motherboard.
In Depth Tech Reviews · 4:08 -
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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Antenna lead during disassembly 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?
GEEKOM A6
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A6
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GEEKOM A8 Max
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References
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GEEKOM. A6 specifications and retail configurations. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / standard silver chassis / US market
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. Premium Features under $500....Is It Enough? GEEKOM A6 Mini PC Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD; default and performance modes; firmware unverified
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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In Depth Tech Reviews. I Didn’t Expect This… Geekom A6 Mini PC Full Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5-4800 / 1TB; regional configuration and firmware differ or remain unverified
Disclosure: Product discount and affiliate links disclosed; unit acquisition unverified.
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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.
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Specification differences
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Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A6
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Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A6 | A8 Max |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 680M | AMD Radeon 780M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A6 | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM | DDR5 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
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Connectivity
| Specification | A6 | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 1 × 2.5GbE | 2 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth version unconfirmed | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | A6 | A8 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |