GMKtec NucBox K15 vs Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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GMKtec NucBox K15
Core Ultra 5 125U / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / metallic gray and black / US plug
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
Core Ultra 7 265 / RTX A1000 8GB / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
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1Is it fast for normal work?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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2Can it handle sustained work?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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3Can it game?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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4Is it loud or hot?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Noticeable fan noise under load Not available
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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Noticeable fan noise under load
ServeTheHome describes its Core Ultra 9 285 and RTX A1000 unit as quiet at idle but loud under load, with warm exhaust. This observation applies to the reviewer’s more powerful CPU configuration; noise was not measured on this catalog SKU.
ServeTheHome · 15:43
5How much electricity does it use?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Opening the case requires care around the fan cable
Team Pandory demonstrated removing the feet, metal cover and case screws to reach the replaceable memory and SSDs. The upper fan remains connected to the mainboard as the case opens, so the cable needs care during access.
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Memory access through the bottom panel Not available
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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Opening the case requires care around the fan cable Not available
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Memory access through the bottom panel
ServeTheHome shows the memory sockets and two SSD positions beneath the removable bottom panel. Its unit has one 32GB CSODIMM installed. The reviewed Core Ultra 9 285 differs from this Core Ultra 7 265 configuration.
ServeTheHome · 10:12
7Is it good value?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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8Will it be dependable?
GMKtec NucBox K15
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Ubuntu detected the main devices
Lon.TV reported working video, audio, Bluetooth, networking and Wi-Fi during an Ubuntu test on his 32GB/1TB K15. The distribution version was not specified, so this does not establish compatibility with every Linux release.
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Batocera 42 connected to Wi-Fi and a controller
Team Pandory reported that Batocera 42 booted and connected to Wi-Fi and a Bluetooth controller on his 48GB/1TB K15. This is a basic compatibility check on that configuration.
Team Pandory · 9:44
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
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Ubuntu detected the main devices Not available
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Batocera 42 connected to Wi-Fi and a controller Not available
References
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GMKtec. NucBox K15 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 125U / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro / metallic gray and black / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Lon.TV. GMKTec K15 Mini PC Review - The "Toyota Camry" Mini PC With Plenty of Upgrade Options. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 125U / 32GB DDR5-4800 / 1TB NVMe SSD. Windows edition and firmware version unconfirmed; Ubuntu version unspecified. Performance mode used.
Disclosure: Free review unit and affiliate links disclosed; no other payment for coverage.
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Team Pandory. This Mini PC Runs Shockingly Cool and Quiet [GMKTEC K15 Review]. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 125U / 48GB DDR5-4800 / 1TB NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; Batocera 42 also tested. Firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review unit and affiliate links disclosed; no other payment for coverage.
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Lenovo PSREF. ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2 30K50050US specifications. Product page. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 7 265 / RTX A1000 8GB / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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ServeTheHome. Even an NVIDIA GPU and 3x SSDs fit in 1L Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen2. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 9 285, RTX A1000 8GB, 32GB single DDR5-6400 CSODIMM, 1TB PCIe Gen 5 SSD. OS edition and firmware unconfirmed; CPU differs from this catalog configuration.
Disclosure: Lenovo supplied the review system; loan versus retained status was not specified. Affiliate links disclosed.
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K15
Higher listed specifications for Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2
- Supports 32 GB more memory
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NucBox K15 | ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2 |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |
| Cores / threads | 12 / 14 | 20 / 20 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Graphics | NVIDIA RTX A1000 8GB GDDR6 plus Intel Graphics |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NucBox K15 | ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2 |
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| Memory type | DDR5 SO-DIMM; up to 5600 MT/s supported | DDR5-6400 CSODIMM, 1 x 32GB non-ECC |
| Maximum memory | 96 GB | 128 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 3 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NucBox K15 | ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2 |
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| Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE, Realtek RTL8125BG | 1 x Intel I219-LM Gigabit Ethernet |
| Wireless | MediaTek RZ616 / MT7922 Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 | Intel BE200 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 |
| USB4 | Yes | No |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | No |
Size and price
| Specification | NucBox K15 | ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2 |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | 1 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |