GMKtec NucBox K17 vs HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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GMKtec NucBox K17
Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / black / US plug
HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
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1Is it fast for normal work?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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2Can it handle sustained work?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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3Can it game?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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4Is it loud or hot?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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Included SSD ran hot during sustained stress
Robtech found the included 1TB eKit Store SSD reached thermal-throttling territory when he stressed the CPU and SSD together for an extended period. This concern applies to his drive and test conditions; it is not a normalized temperature result.
Robtech · 9:56
HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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Included SSD ran hot during sustained stress Not available
5How much electricity does it use?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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Memory is upgradeable Yes
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
7Is it good value?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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8Will it be dependable?
GMKtec NucBox K17
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A supplied BIOS update fixed inconsistent performance
Robtech reported large performance changes between power cycles on his review unit. He said a BIOS supplied by GMKtec, dated August 13, fixed the issue. This records his result; the installed firmware on current retail units is unconfirmed.
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Batocera 43 connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Team Pandory booted Batocera 43 from USB and reported working Wi-Fi and an 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth controller on his 16GB/512GB unit. This is a basic compatibility check for that configuration.
Team Pandory · 10:27
HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
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A supplied BIOS update fixed inconsistent performance Not available
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Batocera 43 connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Not available
References
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GMKtec. NucBox K17 specifications and US configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / black / US plug
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. One of Their Best Mini PCs Yet, BUT...GMKtec K17 Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X-8533 / 1TB eKit Store PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro. Reviewer tested a supplied August 13 BIOS update; Balanced and Performance modes.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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Team Pandory. This $559 Mini PC Has Surprisingly Powerful Graphics! [GMKTEC K17 Review]. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X-8533 / 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD / Windows 11 Pro; Batocera 43. Firmware version unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Free review sample and affiliate links disclosed.
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HP US. EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a DZ1Q0UA#ABA specifications. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
Value for money
No value comparison is available. It requires eligible test scores and at least four current price observations in seven days.
Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for GMKtec NucBox K17
Higher listed specifications for HP EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a
- Supports 48 GB more memory
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | NucBox K17 | EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 8 | 8 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc 130V | AMD Radeon 860M |
Memory and storage
| Specification | NucBox K17 | EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a |
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| Memory type | LPDDR5X, up to 8533 MT/s, onboard | DDR5-5600 SODIMM, 1 x 32GB |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 64 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | No | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | NucBox K17 | EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a |
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| Ethernet | 1 x 2.5GbE | 1 x RJ-45; controller and link speed unconfirmed for this SKU |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 | MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 |
| USB4 | Yes | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | Not published | No |
Size and price
| Specification | NucBox K17 | EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a |
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| Enclosure volume | Not published | Not published |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |