GEEKOM A8 Max vs GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

Silver GEEKOM A8 Max front and rear views with Ryzen 9 8945HS label
GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro shown from front and rear
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GEEKOM A8 Max Image: GEEKOM
GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro Image: GMKtec

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GEEKOM A8 Max

Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / silver chassis / US market

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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 / 64GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US plug

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Memory
Storage

1Is it fast for normal work?

GEEKOM A8 Max

  • Video editing with effects

2Can it handle sustained work?

3Can it game?

4Is it loud or hot?

5How much electricity does it use?

6Can I upgrade and connect everything?

GEEKOM A8 Max

  • Memory is upgradeable Yes
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • Opening the case

7Is it good value?

8Will it be dependable?

GEEKOM A8 Max

  • Manufacturer posted a fix for a startup freeze Not available

GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

  • Manufacturer posted a fix for a startup freeze

References

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 A8 Max

Higher listed specifications for GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

  • Provides 2 storage slots versus

Verified specifications

Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status

Processor

SpecificationA8 MaxEVO-X1 Pro
CPUAMD Ryzen 9 8945HSAMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470
Cores / threads8 / 1612 / 24
Processor default TDPNot disclosedNot disclosed
Integrated graphicsAMD Radeon 780MAMD Radeon 890M

Memory and storage

SpecificationA8 MaxEVO-X1 Pro
Memory typeDDR5 SO-DIMMLPDDR5-6400 onboard
Maximum memory64 GB64 GB
Upgradeable memoryYesNo
Storage slots2

Connectivity

SpecificationA8 MaxEVO-X1 Pro
Ethernet2 × 2.5GbE2 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V
WirelessWi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2AMD RZ717 / MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
USB4YesYes
ThunderboltNot publishedNot published

Size and price

SpecificationA8 MaxEVO-X1 Pro
Enclosure volumeNot publishedNot published
List priceNot publishedNot published
Product classNot assignedNot assigned