GEEKOM A8 Max vs GMKtec NucBox K11
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GEEKOM A8 Max
Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / silver chassis / 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 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
GMKtec NucBox K11
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Video editing with effects Not available
2Can it handle sustained work?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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4Is it loud or hot?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
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
GMKtec NucBox K11
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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
7Is it good value?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K11
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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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.
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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. 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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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.
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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 NucBox K11
- Supports 32 GB more memory
- Provides 2 storage slots versus
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K11 |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 780M | AMD Radeon 780M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K11 |
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| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 96 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K11 |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 2 × 2.5GbE | 2 × 2.5GbE, Intel I226V |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K11 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |