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Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) vs Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Geekom site.
2026 verdict
A lower price doesn't flip this one: the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) wins on owner rating and storage capacity, its 2TB SSD doubling the 1TB drive in the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB), even as the IT15 undercuts it slightly on price. The IT15 still has real strengths worth weighing: a newer Intel Core Ultra 9 285H platform with Arc 140T graphics and ray tracing, three separate storage bays (an NVMe slot, a SATA M.2 slot and a 2.5-inch SATA bay) for future expansion, Wi-Fi 7 over the A8 Max's Wi-Fi 6E, and a memory ceiling that reaches 128GB against the A8 Max's 64GB. Both ship with 32GB of DDR5 memory, dual USB4 ports, a 3-year warranty and Windows 11 Pro out of the box. Buyers who want more storage right out of the box and a stronger track record with owners should choose the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9); anyone who wants Intel's newest mobile platform, more expansion bays or the smaller price tag should look at the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) instead.
FeatureGeekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)Winner
Price$1199.00$1169.10Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)
Rating4.64.5Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)
Storage Capacity2 TB1 TBGeekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen 9 8945HSIntel Core Ultra 9 285HDifferent strengths
GPU ModelAMD Radeon Graphics 780MIntel Arc 140T GPUDifferent strengths
NPU ModelAMD XDNA AI EngineIntel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)Different strengths
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelDual-channelTie
Memory TypeDDR5DDR5Tie
Memory Capacity32 GB32 GBTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) or Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?

The Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) wins on owner rating and storage capacity, shipping a 2TB SSD against the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)'s 1TB drive. The IT15 counters with a lower price and a newer Intel platform.

What is the biggest difference between Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) and Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?

Storage capacity and CPU platform. The A8 Max ships a 2TB SSD on an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS, while the IT15 ships 1TB on a newer Intel Core Ultra 9 285H with Arc 140T graphics.

Does the IT15 offer more storage expansion than the A8 Max (Ryzen 9)?

For future expansion, yes. The IT15 has three separate bays, an M.2 2280 NVMe slot, an M.2 2242 SATA slot and a 2.5-inch SATA bay, while the A8 Max relies on a single M.2 2280 slot, though it ships with more storage pre-installed.

Which has the newer platform and wireless standard?

The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB), built on Intel's Core Ultra 9 285H with Wi-Fi 7 and a 128GB memory ceiling, against the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)'s Wi-Fi 6E and 64GB ceiling.

Who should buy the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)?

Buyers who want more storage out of the box and a stronger owner track record should choose the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9).

Who should buy the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who want Intel's newest mobile platform, more storage expansion bays or a slightly lower price should choose the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB).

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