Winner
Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Geekom and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
Same 16GB and 1TB on paper, different decades of silicon: the Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) wins this mini PC comparison.
It leads on a 3 year warranty, DDR5 versus DDR4, and 5600 MT/s versus 3200 MT/s, with a Ryzen 7 8745HS and Radeon 780M. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) is cheaper, pairs an i7-1185G7 with Iris Xe, and still offers a second M.2 2242 SATA slot. Choose the A8 for current Zen 4 and USB4; choose the M2 Pro S when Tiger Lake Iris Xe and a lower price are enough.
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| Feature | Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $639.00 | $499.98 | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 | Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 3200 MT/s | Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 780M | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96 EUs, 1.35 GHz) | Different strengths |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB | Tie |
Winner
$639.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- - Price: $639.00 vs $499.98
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
$499.98
- + Price: $499.98
- + Rating: 4.4
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) or GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) is better overall on warranty, memory type and memory speed. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) is the more affordable of the two.
What is the biggest difference between Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) and GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
The platform. The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) uses an AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS, DDR5-5600, Radeon 780M and USB4. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) uses an Intel Core i7-1185G7, DDR4-3200 and Iris Xe Graphics G7.
Do both mini PCs ship the same storage capacity?
Yes. The Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB) and the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) both ship 1TB. The M2 Pro S adds a second M.2 2242 SATA slot beside its PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD.
Who should buy the Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who want DDR5, a Ryzen AI NPU, USB4 and a three-year warranty in a 16GB plus 1TB kit should choose the Geekom A8 (Ryzen 7 16GB + 1TB).
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who want Iris Xe, a second SATA SSD slot and a lower price, and who can live with a 1 year warranty, should choose the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB).
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