Updated October 2026
Data from the official Geekom site.
2026 verdict
Both carry the Geekom A9 name, but they are different machines, and the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) tops this comparison on the silicon that drives AI and graphics.
Its Radeon 8060S runs on 64 GB of LPDDR5X at 7500 MT/s, on AMD's Strix Halo platform, with a fingerprint reader and an SDXC card reader in the box. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the more affordable and more upgradeable of the two: a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with Radeon 890M, 32 GB of DDR5 that climbs to 128 GB, two M.2 slots and dual 2.5G Ethernet. Choose the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) when local models and GPU rendering are the point, and the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) when you want a fast, expandable workstation for less.
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| Feature | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) | Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1499.00 | $2399.00 | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.3 | Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X | Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 7500 MT/s | Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB | Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Soldered (non-upgradeable) | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 890M | AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS) | AMD XDNA 2 NPU | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Graphics class
The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) runs a Radeon 8060S, the top Strix Halo integrated GPU. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) uses a Radeon 890M. For GPU compute, gaming or rendering the Mega is the stronger chip, and the difference is structural rather than a tuning gap.
Memory
The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) has 64 GB of LPDDR5X at 7500 MT/s, soldered and permanent. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) ships 32 GB of DDR5-5600 but accepts up to 128 GB across SODIMM slots, so it is the more flexible machine over time.
Ports and security
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has five USB 3.2 Type-A ports, two USB4 ports, two HDMI 2.1 FRL outputs, an SD 4.0 reader and a Kensington lock slot. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) adds a fingerprint reader but has no Kensington slot and no published USB breakdown beyond its two USB4 ports.
Positioning
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is a compact metal workstation that fits easily behind a monitor, and Geekom publishes its dimensions and port layout. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) is a larger, more specialized machine whose dimensions, weight and adapter rating Geekom does not publish.
AI focus
Both are sold for local AI, but they approach it differently. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) leans on a 50 TOPS NPU and cheaper system memory. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) leans on a bigger graphics engine and a large high-bandwidth unified memory pool.
Which one to buy if
- you run large local AI models
The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) feeds its Radeon 8060S with 64 GB of high-bandwidth unified memory, more than the 890M platform can use.
- you want memory that can grow to 128 GB
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) uses DDR5 SODIMM slots that accept up to 128 GB of memory.
- you need a lighter, more affordable workstation
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the lower priced of the two and Geekom publishes its full port layout and dimensions.
- you do GPU-accelerated 3D or video rendering
The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) has the top Strix Halo graphics engine, above the Radeon 890M in the A9 Max.
$1499.00
- + Price: $1499.00
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.3
- - Memory Type: DDR5 vs LPDDR5X
Winner
$2399.00
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5X
- + Memory Speed: 7500 MT/s
- - Price: $2399.00 vs $1499.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) or Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)?
For graphics and memory, the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) wins, with a Radeon 8060S and 64 GB of LPDDR5X. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the better value and the more upgradeable machine, with memory to 128 GB and dual 2.5G Ethernet.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) and the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)?
The graphics engine and the memory system. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) pairs a Radeon 8060S with 64 GB of soldered LPDDR5X, while the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) uses a Radeon 890M with 32 GB of DDR5 that can grow to 128 GB.
Can you upgrade the memory in the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Yes. It has two DDR5 SODIMM slots and takes up to 128 GB, against the 32 GB it ships with. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) has soldered LPDDR5X, so its 64 GB is permanent.
Which one is better for gaming?
The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB), whose Radeon 8060S is the strongest integrated GPU on the platform. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) with its Radeon 890M handles lighter titles, and neither has a discrete card.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Buyers who want a compact, upgradeable AI workstation with a 50 TOPS NPU, dual 2.5G Ethernet, a full port set and a three-year warranty, at the better price.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who need GPU-class graphics and a large unified memory pool for local AI, 3D rendering or 8K video, and who accept memory that cannot be expanded.
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