Winner
Updated October 2026
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2026 verdict
An 11th Gen Intel chip is no match for AMD's flagship here: the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) sweeps the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) on warranty, memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage capacity in this mini PC comparison.
The A8 Max's eight-core Ryzen 9 8945HS pairs DDR5 memory with an AMD AI NPU and Radeon 780M graphics, well ahead of the M2 Pro S's Core i7-1185G7 running older DDR4 with no NPU at all, and the A8 Max's 2TB drive doubles the M2 Pro S's 1TB. The M2 Pro S's only card is price, and it keeps some appeal of its own with triple 4K display output through dual HDMI and a USB-C DisplayPort connection, something the A8 Max's dual HDMI cannot quite match for monitor count. Both run Windows 11 Pro, use upgradeable SO-DIMM memory and include a VESA mount, but the A8 Max adds USB4, dual 2.5G Ethernet and an SD card reader that the M2 Pro S does not have. Buyers who want a newer processor, more memory and storage headroom, and a longer warranty should choose the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9), while shoppers who want the lowest price and a third display output should pick the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB).
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| Feature | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $949.00 | $649.99 | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 3200 MT/s | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 16 GB | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 1 TB | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics 780M | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96 EUs, 1.35 GHz) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
Winner
14% OFF
$949.00
$1099.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- - Price: $949.00 vs $649.99
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
$649.99
- + Price: $649.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) or GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) wins decisively, ahead on warranty, memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage capacity. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB) wins only on price.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom A8 Max and the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S?
Processor generation and NPU. The A8 Max runs a newer eight-core AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS with a built-in AI NPU, while the M2 Pro S runs an older 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1185G7 with no NPU at all, a meaningful gap in both raw performance and AI capability.
Which one drives more monitors?
The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S, with three simultaneous 4K 60Hz displays through dual HDMI 2.0 and a USB-C DisplayPort output. The Geekom A8 Max is limited to two HDMI 2.0 outputs, since it has no DisplayPort connector.
Does either mini PC have USB4?
Only the Geekom A8 Max, with two USB4 Type-C ports. The GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S has no USB4 or Thunderbolt, and its single USB-C port runs at USB 3.2 Gen 1 speed rather than USB4.
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox M2 Pro S?
Budget buyers who want the lowest price and a triple-monitor desktop, and do not need AI acceleration or the newest CPU platform.
Who should buy the Geekom A8 Max?
Buyers who want a newer processor with an AI NPU, more memory and storage from the start, faster networking, and a longer three-year warranty.
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