GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro vs GMKtec NucBox K16

GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro shown from front and rear
Metallic gray GMKtec NucBox K16 showing front and rear ports
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro Image: GMKtec
GMKtec NucBox K16 Image: GMKtec

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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 / 64GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US plug

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GMKtec NucBox K16

Ryzen 7 7735HS / 32GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / metallic gray / US plug

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1Is it fast for normal work?

2Can it handle sustained work?

3Can it game?

4Is it loud or hot?

GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

  • Fan was loud under load in Balanced mode Not available
  • Fan was barely noticeable during Dota 2 Not available

GMKtec NucBox K16

  • Fan was loud under load in Balanced mode
  • Fan was barely noticeable during Dota 2

5How much electricity does it use?

GMKtec NucBox K16

  • Booted from a USB-C power-delivery dock

6Can I upgrade and connect everything?

7Is it good value?

8Will it be dependable?

GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

  • Manufacturer posted a fix for a startup freeze

References

  1. GMKtec. EVO-X1 Pro specifications and BIOS notice. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 / 64GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / US plug

    Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications and support notice; no MiniPCBench measurements.

  2. GMKtec. NucBox K16 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: Ryzen 7 7735HS / 32GB LPDDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / metallic gray / US plug

    Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.

  3. Team Pandory. GMKtec K16 Review: Premium Ryzen 7 Mini PC w/ Oculink. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Ryzen 7 7735HS / 32GB LPDDR5-6400 / 512GB PCIe 3.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro 24H2. Balanced and Performance modes tested; firmware version unconfirmed.

    Disclosure: Free review unit and affiliate links disclosed; no other payment for coverage.

  4. Mash IT. GMKtec NucBox K16 - An affordable PC in 2026!!. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Ryzen 7 7735HS / 32GB LPDDR5-6400 / 1TB SSD. Windows edition and firmware version unconfirmed; Performance mode used for Dota 2.

    Disclosure: Affiliate links disclosed; review-unit acquisition unconfirmed.

Value for money

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Specification differences

Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications

Higher listed specifications for GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro

  • Supports 32 GB more memory

Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K16

Verified specifications

Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status

Processor

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProNucBox K16
CPUAMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
Cores / threads12 / 248 / 16
Processor default TDPNot disclosedNot disclosed
Integrated graphicsAMD Radeon 890MAMD Radeon 680M

Memory and storage

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProNucBox K16
Memory typeLPDDR5-6400 onboardLPDDR5-6400 onboard
Maximum memory64 GB32 GB
Upgradeable memoryNoNo
Storage slots22

Connectivity

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProNucBox K16
Ethernet2 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V2 x 2.5GbE, Realtek RTL8125BG
WirelessAMD RZ717 / MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4MediaTek RZ616 Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2
USB4YesYes
ThunderboltNot publishedNot published

Size and price

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProNucBox K16
Enclosure volumeNot publishedNot published
List priceNot publishedNot published
Product classNot assignedNot assigned