Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) vs A9 Max (HX 470) (2026)

Updated September 2026

Data from Amazon and official Geekom site.

2026 verdict

From 16GB daily driver to 32GB AI box, the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) wins this mini PC comparison.

Winner

Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)

$1599.00

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It leads on 32GB versus 16GB, Radeon 890M versus Radeon 780M, and 2TB versus 1TB, with a 50 TOPS XDNA 2 NPU, Wi-Fi 7 and SODIMMs to 128GB. The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) is the cheaper 8745HS machine, still DDR5-5600 with USB4 and a Ryzen AI NPU of its own. Choose the HX 470 when memory, 890M and 2TB are the brief; choose the A8 when a mainstream Zen 4 desktop is enough.

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Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB)

$639.00

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Winner

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Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)

$1599.00

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Feature	Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB)	Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)	Winner
Price	$639.00	$1599.00	Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB)
Memory Capacity	16 GB	32 GB	Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)
GPU Model	AMD Radeon 780M	AMD Radeon 890M	Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)
Storage Capacity	1 TB	2 TB	Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)
CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS	AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470	Different strengths
NPU Model	AMD Ryzen AI NPU	AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS)	Different strengths
Rating	4.3	4.3	Tie
Warranty	3 years	3 years	Tie
Memory Type	DDR5	DDR5	Tie

Geekom

Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB)

$639.00

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+ Price: $639.00
- Memory Capacity: 16 GB vs 32 GB
- GPU Model: AMD Radeon 780M vs AMD Radeon 890M

Winner

Geekom

Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)

$1599.00

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+ Memory Capacity: 32 GB
+ GPU Model: AMD Radeon 890M
+ Storage Capacity: 2 TB
- Price: $1599.00 vs $639.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) or Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)?

The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) is better overall on memory capacity, GPU and storage. The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) wins on price.

What is the biggest difference between Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) and Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)?

The GPU, the RAM kit and the SSD kit. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) uses Radeon 890M, 32GB of DDR5 (to 128GB) and 2TB across two Gen4 SSDs. The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) uses Radeon 780M, 16GB of DDR5-5600 (to 64GB) and a 1TB SSD.

Does the cheaper Geekom still have an NPU?

Yes. The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) lists an AMD Ryzen AI NPU. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) lists an AMD XDNA 2 NPU at 50 TOPS.

Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)?

Buyers who want 32GB, Radeon 890M, 2TB of dual-SSD storage and Wi-Fi 7 should choose the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470).

Who should buy the Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who want a cheaper Ryzen 7 8745HS mini PC with DDR5, 1TB and USB4 should choose the Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB).

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