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Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) vs GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
Between GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) and Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB), GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, rating, and memory type.
GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
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GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
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It separates itself most clearly on price, rating, and memory type, while still looking better on memory speed and memory capacity. Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) is still relevant if you care most about warranty, but GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) is the stronger recommendation overall. That is enough to make GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureAsus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)Winner
Price$4999.00$3799.99GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
Rating4.24.3GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
Warranty3 years1 yearAsus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)
Memory TypeDDR5LPDDR5XGMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
Memory Speed5600 MT/s8000 MT/sGMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
Memory Capacity64 GB128 GBGMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX PlusAMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelSoldered (non-upgradeable)Different strengths
GPU ModelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU (16GB GDDR7)AMD Radeon 8060SDifferent strengths
NPU ModelIntel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS)Different strengths
Storage Capacity2 TB2 TBTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) or GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)?

GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and memory type.

What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) and GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) lists $4999.00, while GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) lists $3799.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) is listed at $4999.00, while GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) is listed at $3799.99. GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) (better spec).

Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)?

Choose Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB) if your priority is warranty and that matters more than price.

Who should buy GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB)?

Choose GMKtec EVO-X3 (128GB + 2TB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.

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