GEEKOM A8 Max vs GMKtec NucBox K17
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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 K17
Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / black / 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 K17
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Video editing with effects Not available
2Can it handle sustained work?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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4Is it loud or hot?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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Included SSD ran hot during sustained stress Not available
GMKtec NucBox K17
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Included SSD ran hot during sustained stress
Robtech found the included 1TB eKit Store SSD reached thermal-throttling territory when he stressed the CPU and SSD together for an extended period. This concern applies to his drive and test conditions; it is not a normalized temperature result.
Robtech · 9:56
5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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GMKtec NucBox K17
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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 K17
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Memory is upgradeable No
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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 K17
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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A supplied BIOS update fixed inconsistent performance Not available
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Batocera 43 connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Not available
GMKtec NucBox K17
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A supplied BIOS update fixed inconsistent performance
Robtech reported large performance changes between power cycles on his review unit. He said a BIOS supplied by GMKtec, dated August 13, fixed the issue. This records his result; the installed firmware on current retail units is unconfirmed.
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Batocera 43 connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Team Pandory booted Batocera 43 from USB and reported working Wi-Fi and an 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth controller on his 16GB/512GB unit. This is a basic compatibility check for that configuration.
Team Pandory · 10:27
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 K17 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / black / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. One of Their Best Mini PCs Yet, BUT...GMKtec K17 Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X-8533 / 1TB eKit Store PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro. Reviewer tested a supplied August 13 BIOS update; Balanced and Performance modes.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Team Pandory. This $559 Mini PC Has Surprisingly Powerful Graphics! [GMKTEC K17 Review]. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X-8533 / 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro; Batocera 43. 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
- Supports 48 GB more memory
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K17
- Provides 2 storage slots versus
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K17 |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 8 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 780M | Intel Arc 130V |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K17 |
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| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM | LPDDR5X, up to 8533 MT/s, onboard |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 16 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | No |
| Storage slots | 2 |
Connectivity
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K17 |
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| Ethernet | 2 × 2.5GbE | 1 x 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | A8 Max | NucBox K17 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |