GMKtec EVO-T2S vs GMKtec K13

Black and bronze GMKtec EVO-T2S mini PC shown from the front and rear
Black and green GMKtec K13 shown horizontally from the front and vertically from the rear
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GMKtec EVO-T2S

Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD, US plug

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GMKtec K13

Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB LPDDR5X, 1TB SSD

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1Is it fast for normal work?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Cinebench 2024 single-core 125 points
  • Cinebench 2024 multi-core 1230 points
  • Cinebench 2026 single-core 507 points
  • Cinebench 2026 multi-core 4422 points
  • Speedometer Not available
  • 4K media playback Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Cinebench 2024 single-core Not available
  • Cinebench 2024 multi-core Not available
  • Cinebench 2026 single-core Not available
  • Cinebench 2026 multi-core Not available
  • Speedometer 32.5 points
  • 4K media playback 4K60 playback checked

2Can it handle sustained work?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Extended mixed-load check No throttling observed
  • Time Spy stress-test stability Not available
  • 4K editing behavior Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Extended mixed-load check Not available
  • Time Spy stress-test stability 99.6 %
  • 4K editing behavior Simple 4K60 timeline checked

3Can it game?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • 3DMark Time Spy 7699 points
  • Red Dead Redemption 2 75 fps
  • Cyberpunk 2077 56 fps
  • Forza Horizon 5 Not available
  • Counter-Strike 2 Not available

GMKtec K13

  • 3DMark Time Spy 4375 points
  • Red Dead Redemption 2 Not available
  • Cyberpunk 2077 Not available
  • Forza Horizon 5 89 fps
  • Counter-Strike 2 110 fps

4Is it loud or hot?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Operating noise 34 to 35 dBA
  • Maximum CPU package temperature 86 C
  • Idle noise 34.4 dBA
  • Gaming-load noise 44.3 dBA
  • Balanced-mode idle temperature Not available
  • Combined stress temperature Not available
  • Fan character Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Operating noise Not available
  • Maximum CPU package temperature Not available
  • Idle noise Not available
  • Gaming-load noise Not available
  • Balanced-mode idle temperature 38 C
  • Combined stress temperature 80 C
  • Fan character Audible under load

5How much electricity does it use?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Maximum system power 67 W
  • Idle wall power 15 W
  • Gaming wall power Under 70 W
  • Balanced-mode idle wall power Not available
  • Balanced-mode gaming wall power Not available
  • Combined stress wall power Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Maximum system power Not available
  • Idle wall power Not available
  • Gaming wall power Not available
  • Balanced-mode idle wall power 6 W
  • Balanced-mode gaming wall power 36 W
  • Combined stress wall power 48 W

6Can I upgrade and connect everything?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Memory is upgradeable No
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • USB4 is present Yes
  • Reviewed configuration
  • Dual-storage access Not available
  • 5GbE and dual USB4 Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Memory is upgradeable No
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • USB4 is present Yes
  • Reviewed configuration Not available
  • Dual-storage access 2x M.2; fixed memory
  • 5GbE and dual USB4 5GbE + 2x USB4

7Is it good value?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Manufacturer price $2,399.99
  • Verified Amazon configuration Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Manufacturer price $739.99
  • Verified Amazon configuration B0GFSZ63YB

8Will it be dependable?

GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Premiere Pro export issue Export did not complete
  • Bundled local-AI software Needs more polish
  • Windows image check Not available
  • Ubuntu compatibility Not available
  • Limited warranty Not available

GMKtec K13

  • Premiere Pro export issue Not available
  • Bundled local-AI software Not available
  • Windows image check Clean scans; unwanted AI app
  • Ubuntu compatibility Core devices worked
  • Limited warranty 1 year

References

  1. GMKtec. GMKtec EVO-T2 Intel Core Ultra X7 358H AI Mini PC. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: SKU EVO-T2S-7-84S: Core Ultra X7 358H, 64GB onboard LPDDR5X, 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, US plug

  2. ETA PRIME. This Mini PC Has Intel's Most Powerful iGPU! GMKtec EVO T2 First Look. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, Arc B390, 64GB onboard LPDDR5X-8533, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro; performance mode used for benchmarks and gaming

    Disclosure: ETA PRIME did not state how the review unit was acquired. The description contains affiliate links, and the video includes a sponsored URCDKeys segment.

  3. FNK Hardware. GMKtec EVO-T2S (avec Intel Core Ultra X7 358H) Ultra polyvalent : Jeux et I.A local. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, Arc B390, 64GB LPDDR5X, 1TB Crucial E100 SSD; performance mode used for the cited measurements

    Disclosure: FNK Hardware did not state how the review unit was acquired. The description discloses Amazon and other affiliate links.

  4. TechTablets. GMKTec Evo T2 Review - The Oculink & X7 358H B390 Mini PC. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, Arc B390, 64GB LPDDR5X, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro; performance mode used for testing

    Disclosure: TechTablets did not state how the unit was acquired. The description links to GMKtec's official UK and US stores without an affiliate or sponsorship disclosure.

  5. Team Pandory. GMKTEC EVO-T2S: The Mini PC That Wants To Do EVERYTHING. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, Arc B390, 64GB LPDDR5X-8533, 853GB Phison aiDAPTIV+ PCIe 5.0 SSD, Windows 11 Pro

    Disclosure: Team Pandory states that GMKtec supplied the unit free for review, that no monetary compensation was received, and that the description contains affiliate links.

  6. PAD: PC Watch & AKIBA PC Hotline!. 内蔵GPUここまで来たか…Xe3の実力に驚いた│Panther LakeミニPCを徹底検証【GMKtec EVO-T2S】. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H, Arc B390, 64GB LPDDR5X-8533, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro; Quiet, Balanced, and Performance modes tested

    Disclosure: The companion PC Watch review states that GMKtec provided the product sample. No affiliate or sponsorship disclosure appears in the video description.

  7. GMKtec. GMKtec K13 Mini PC Intel Core Ultra 7 256V. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: K13-1-34S: Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB LPDDR5X-8533, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro, US variant

    Disclosure: Manufacturer product specifications, variant identity, direct price, availability, warranty, and return-policy claims.

  8. Lon.TV. GMKTec K13 Mini PC Review : 5 Gig Ethernet & Intel Meteor Lake Chipset. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB LPDDR5X, 1TB SSD

    Disclosure: GMKtec provided the unit free of charge. The reviewer said no other compensation was received and GMKtec did not review or approve the video. The description contains compensated affiliate links.

  9. Team Pandory. This Intel Mini PC Beats 780M… Seriously [GMKtec NucBox K13 Review]. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB LPDDR5X, 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

    Disclosure: Product provided for review; the channel states no payment was received. The description contains affiliate links.

  10. ETA PRIME. Intel FINALLY Fixed Mini PC Gaming! GMKtec K13 First Look. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB LPDDR5X, 1TB SSD

    Disclosure: The video contains an unrelated URCDKeys sponsorship. The description links the exact 16GB/1TB K13 through an Amazon affiliate URL but does not state how the review unit was obtained.

Value for money

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Specification differences

Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications

Higher listed specifications for GMKtec EVO-T2S

  • Supports 48 GB more memory

Higher listed specifications for GMKtec K13

  • Uses a smaller 0.6 liter enclosure
  • Has a manufacturer list price about $1,450 lower

Verified specifications

Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status

Processor

SpecificationEVO-T2SK13
CPUIntel Core Ultra X7 358HIntel Core Ultra 7 256V
Cores / threads16 / 168 / 8
Processor default TDP25 W17 W
Integrated graphicsIntel Arc B390Intel Arc 140V, 8 Xe cores

Memory and storage

SpecificationEVO-T2SK13
Memory typeOnboard LPDDR5X, up to 8533 MT/sLPDDR5X-8533 on-package
Maximum memory64 GB16 GB
Upgradeable memoryNoNo
Storage slots22

Connectivity

SpecificationEVO-T2SK13
Ethernet10GbE + 2.5GbE5GbE
WirelessWi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.2
USB4YesYes
ThunderboltNot publishedNo

Size and price

SpecificationEVO-T2SK13
Enclosure volume1.712 liters0.6 liters
List price$2,400$950
Product classLocal AI and high-speed networkingCompact low-power gaming