GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro vs MINISFORUM M2 Pro

GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro shown from front and rear
Silver MINISFORUM M2 Pro with front ports and top fingerprint reader
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GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro Image: GMKtec
MINISFORUM M2 Pro Image: MINISFORUM

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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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MINISFORUM M2 Pro

Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed

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Memory
Storage

1Is it fast for normal work?

2Can it handle sustained work?

3Can it game?

4Is it loud or hot?

5How much electricity does it use?

6Can I upgrade and connect everything?

MINISFORUM M2 Pro

  • Memory is upgradeable No
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • USB-C monitor power did not work in one test

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. 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.

  3. 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

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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 MINISFORUM M2 Pro

  • Provides 3 storage slots versus 2

Verified specifications

Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status

Processor

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProM2 Pro
CPUAMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470Intel Core Ultra X7 358H
Cores / threads12 / 2416 / 16
Processor default TDPNot disclosedNot disclosed
Integrated graphicsAMD Radeon 890MIntel Arc B390

Memory and storage

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProM2 Pro
Memory typeLPDDR5-6400 onboardLPDDR5X-7467 onboard
Maximum memory64 GB32 GB
Upgradeable memoryNoNo
Storage slots23

Connectivity

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProM2 Pro
Ethernet2 x 2.5GbE, Intel I226-V1 × 10GbE and 1 × 2.5GbE
WirelessAMD RZ717 / MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0
USB4YesYes
ThunderboltNot publishedNot published

Size and price

SpecificationEVO-X1 ProM2 Pro
Enclosure volumeNot published1.81 liters
List priceNot publishedNot published
Product classNot assignedNot assigned