Updated October 2026
Data from the official Geekom site.
2026 verdict
Intel's Arrow Lake box undercuts the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370), and on price and owner reception the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) takes this mini PC comparison.
Both ship 32GB of memory and a 1TB drive, and both offer dual USB4 ports and Wi-Fi 7. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the more capable of the two on paper, with a twelve-core Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, a 50 TOPS NPU, dual 2.5G Ethernet and a second free M.2 slot. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) answers with three storage bays, Arc 140T graphics and a lower price, though its NPU is rated at 13 TOPS. Choose the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) for AI work or dual wired networks, and the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) for storage and value.
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| Feature | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) | Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1499.00 | $1299.00 | Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 890M | Intel Arc 140T GPU | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA 2 NPU (50 TOPS) | Intel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS) | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB | Tie |
What the differences mean
AI acceleration
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has an XDNA 2 NPU rated at 50 TOPS, enough for Copilot+ and local language models. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) has an Intel AI Boost NPU rated at 13 TOPS, so inference on the device is where the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) pulls away.
Storage bays
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) fits three drives, an M.2 2280 NVMe, an M.2 2242 SATA and a 2.5 inch SATA bay, up to about 8TB. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has an M.2 2280 Gen 4 drive and a free M.2 2230 slot.
Wired networking
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) carries two 2.5G Ethernet ports, which suits a firewall or a machine bridging a LAN and a NAS. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) has a single 2.5G port.
Price positioning
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) is the cheaper of the pair, which is why it wins this comparison despite the older NPU, since both bring 32GB of DDR5 and two USB4 ports.
Which one to buy if
- you want to run local AI models or Copilot+ features
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has a 50 TOPS NPU, against 13 TOPS on the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB).
- you want to fit several drives inside the case
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) holds three drives at once, while the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has two M.2 slots.
- you need two wired networks
Only the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has dual 2.5G Ethernet.
- you want the lower price and a slightly higher owner rating
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) costs less and rates higher with owners than the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370).
$1499.00
- - Price: $1499.00 vs $1299.00
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
Winner
$1299.00
- + Price: $1299.00
- + Rating: 4.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) or Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) wins on price and owner reception while still providing 32GB of DDR5, dual USB4 and Wi-Fi 7. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the better machine for AI work or dual wired networks, thanks to its 50 TOPS NPU and two 2.5G ports.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) and the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
AI acceleration. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has a 50 TOPS XDNA 2 NPU, while the Intel AI Boost NPU in the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) is rated at 13 TOPS.
Do both of these mini PCs hold the same number of drives?
No. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) fits three drives through an M.2 2280 NVMe, an M.2 2242 SATA and a 2.5 inch bay. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has two M.2 slots and a 1TB drive fitted.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Buyers who want on-device AI, dual 2.5G Ethernet and an SD 4.0 reader in a compact metal chassis, and who value the stronger NPU over the lower price.
Who should buy the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
Anyone building a storage-heavy home server or NAS who wants three bays, and buyers who prefer to spend less for the same 32GB of DDR5 and dual USB4 connectivity.
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