GEEKOM A8 Max vs MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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GEEKOM A8 Max
Ryzen 9 8945HS / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro / silver chassis / US market
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
Core Ultra 9 386H / 16GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
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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
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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Video editing with effects Not available
2Can it handle sustained work?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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3Can it game?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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4Is it loud or hot?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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5How much electricity does it use?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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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.
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Security lock also restricts bottom access Not available
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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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
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Security lock also restricts bottom access
Level1Techs showed that the Kensington lock opening also secures the bottom cover, restricting access to memory and storage. The reviewed unit had 32GB memory rather than this SKU’s 16GB.
Level1Techs · 1:13
7Is it good value?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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8Will it be dependable?
GEEKOM A8 Max
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Network boot stack was disabled by default Not available
MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
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Network boot stack was disabled by default
Level1Techs showed the UEFI network stack disabled in BIOS EB211IMS.1A20 and explained that it must be enabled for network boot. Firmware defaults can change.
Level1Techs · 8:17
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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MSI. Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG US SKU specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 9 386H / 16GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Level1Techs. Finally! Panther Lake! A Quick Look at the Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 9 386H / 32GB DDR5-5600 / 1TB Phison SSD / Windows 11 Pro. BIOS EB211IMS.1A20 dated March 4, 2026 shown. Power profile unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Reviewer thanks MSI for access to the hardware; whether the unit was loaned or retained is unclear. Affiliate link 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 MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG
- Supports 32 GB more memory
- Provides 1 storage slots versus
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | A8 Max | Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 780M | Intel Graphics |
Memory and storage
| Specification | A8 Max | Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM | DDR5 SO-DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 64 GB | 96 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 1 |
Connectivity
| Specification | A8 Max | Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG |
|---|---|---|
| Ethernet | 2 × 2.5GbE | 2 x Intel I226-V 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 | Wi-Fi 7; adapter model and Bluetooth version unconfirmed for this SKU |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | Yes |
Size and price
| Specification | A8 Max | Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | 0.51 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |