GEEKOM A6 vs GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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GEEKOM A6
Ryzen 7 6800H / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / standard silver chassis / US market
GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 / 64GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US plug
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1Is it fast for normal work?
GEEKOM A6
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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2Can it handle sustained work?
GEEKOM A6
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A6
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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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
GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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Fan noise Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A6
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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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
GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Antenna lead during disassembly Not available
7Is it good value?
GEEKOM A6
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A6
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Manufacturer posted a fix for a startup freeze Not available
GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
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Manufacturer posted a fix for a startup freeze
GMKtec states that BIOS EVO_X1_PRO_103_260812 fixes a startup freeze after Windows update KB5101684. The product page links the model-specific update and instructions. The BIOS installed on current retail units is unconfirmed.
GMKtec
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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GMKtec. EVO-X1 Pro specifications and BIOS notice. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 / 64GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications and support notice; no MiniPCBench measurements.
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A6
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro
- Provides 2 storage slots versus
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A6 | EVO-X1 Pro |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 12 / 24 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 680M | AMD Radeon 890M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A6 | EVO-X1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM | LPDDR5-6400 onboard |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | No |
| Storage slots | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | A6 | EVO-X1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 1 × 2.5GbE | 2 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth version unconfirmed | AMD RZ717 / MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | A6 | EVO-X1 Pro |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |