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Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) vs Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)

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Updated October 2026
Data from the official Asus and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
ChromeOS on 4GB cannot match a Windows Ryzen 7, so the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) wins this mini PC comparison.
Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)
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Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)
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It leads on DDR5 versus DDR4, 5600 MT/s versus 3200 MT/s, 16GB versus 4GB, and 1TB versus 128GB, with a Ryzen 7 8745HS, Radeon 780M and two USB4 ports. The Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) is cheaper, runs ChromeOS, and is the one with two HDMI 2.1 outputs, a full DisplayPort 1.4 and Bluetooth 5.4. Take the AX8 Max as a real Windows desktop; take the Chromebox 5a when the job is a managed browser kiosk, signage or a four-display ChromeOS terminal.
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The biggest differences

Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.

  • Storage Capacity8×Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)1 TB vs 128 GB
  • Memory Capacity4×Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)16 GB vs 4 GB
FeatureAsus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)Winner
Rating4.44.3Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)
Memory TypeDDR4DDR5Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)
Memory Speed3200 MT/s5600 MT/sGeekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)
Memory Capacity4 GB16 GBGeekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)
Storage Capacity128 GB1 TBGeekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)
CPU ModelIntel Celeron 7305AMD Ryzen 7 8745HSDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationSingle-channelDual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel UHD GraphicsAMD Radeon 780MDifferent strengths

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) or Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?

The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) is better overall on memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage. The Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) wins on price.

What is the biggest difference between Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) and Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?

The operating system and the kit. The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) runs Windows 11 Pro with 16GB of DDR5-5600 and a 1TB SSD. The Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) runs ChromeOS with 4GB of DDR4-3200 and a 128GB SSD.

Which of these two can drive more displays?

The Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) has two HDMI 2.1 outputs, a DisplayPort 1.4 and a USB-C DisplayPort output. The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) has two HDMI 2.0 ports plus video over its two USB4 ports.

Who should buy the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who want Windows 11 Pro, DDR5, 1TB, Radeon 780M and USB4 should choose the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB).

Who should buy the Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)?

Buyers who want ChromeOS, four-display video and a managed Celeron kiosk or signage box should choose the Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB).

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