GEEKOM A8 Max vs MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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GEEKOM A8 Max
Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / silver chassis / US market
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed
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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
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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Video editing with effects Not available
2Can it handle sustained work?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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4Is it loud or hot?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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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 -
USB-C monitor power did not work in one test Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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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
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USB-C monitor power did not work in one test
Robtech reported that his M2 Pro briefly powered on and then shut down when powered from his USB-C test monitor. The manufacturer advertises USB-C power input, but this result does not establish compatibility with every monitor, cable or power supply.
Robtech · 2:38
7Is it good value?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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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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MINISFORUM. M2 Pro specifications and US preorder configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. Intel’s Beast in a Mac Mini Form Factor! Minisforum M2 Pro Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware version unconfirmed. Tested vertically in balanced and performance modes.
Disclosure: Manufacturer supplied a free review sample; retail affiliate links disclosed.
Value for money
No value comparison is available. It requires eligible test scores and at least four current price observations in seven days.
Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for GEEKOM A8 Max
- Supports 32 GB more memory
Higher listed specifications for MINISFORUM M2 Pro
- Provides 3 storage slots versus
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A8 Max | M2 Pro |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 780M | Intel Arc B390 |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A8 Max | M2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM | LPDDR5X-7467 onboard |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | No |
| Storage slots | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | A8 Max | M2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 2 × 2.5GbE | 1 × 10GbE and 1 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | A8 Max | M2 Pro |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | 1.81 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |