Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Geekom and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the more powerful mini PC here, winning on warranty, memory speed, GPU model and storage capacity.
Its twelve-core Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Radeon 890M, 50 TOPS NPU, DDR5-5600 to 128GB, two USB4 ports, dual 2.5G Ethernet and a three-year warranty sit above the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) and its Zen 3+ platform. The GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) counters with the lower price, the better owner rating, front OCuLink for an external GPU and two USB4 ports of its own, and it runs very quietly. Pick the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) for on-device AI and current-generation performance, and the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) for a value virtualization box with an upgrade path.
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| Feature | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) | GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1499.00 | $679.99 | GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 4800 MT/s | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 890M | AMD Radeon 680M (12 cores, 2200 MHz) | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 512 GB | Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Processor and AI
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has twelve Zen 5 cores and a 50 TOPS NPU for on-device AI, while the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) has an eight-core Zen 3+ chip with no NPU. The Geekom is a generation ahead on both compute and AI acceleration.
Memory
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) runs DDR5-5600 in two SODIMM slots that reach 128GB, against DDR5-4800 to 64GB in the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB). The Geekom is faster and supports double the maximum memory.
Storage and expansion
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) ships with a 1TB Gen 4 drive and leaves an M.2 2230 slot free, while the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) ships 512GB and has two M.2 2280 slots. Both grow easily.
External GPU and price
The GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) has a front OCuLink port for a Gen 4 x4 external GPU link and is the lower priced of the pair, which is its clearest advantage. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) relies on USB4 for docks and adds a three-year warranty.
Which one to buy if
- you want on-device AI acceleration
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) carries a 50 TOPS NPU and Radeon 890M graphics for Copilot+ class and local-model work.
- you want an external GPU path
The GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) has a front OCuLink port that gives an eGPU dock a PCIe Gen 4 x4 link.
- you want to reach 128GB of memory
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) supports 128GB of DDR5-5600 across two SODIMM slots, double the GMKtec ceiling.
- you want the lower price and a very quiet box
The GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) costs less, is the better reviewed of the two and runs almost silently.
Winner
$1499.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- + GPU Model: AMD Radeon 890M
- - Price: $1499.00 vs $679.99
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
$679.99
- + Price: $679.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- - Memory Speed: 4800 MT/s vs 5600 MT/s
What owners say
Owners of the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) describe it as one of the quietest mini PCs they have used, staying silent even under a heavy multitasking load, and they single out the front OCuLink port as an upgrade path that avoids replacing the machine when they move toward GPU computing. They add that the top cover lifts off without tools for a second NVMe drive, that Windows 11 Pro is preinstalled, and that GMKtec support answered a licensing problem the same day. The cautions are a first-boot activation hiccup, one unit failing within two months, graphics that cannot handle PC-tethered VR, and a one-year warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) or GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) is the more capable machine, with a newer twelve-core chip, a 50 TOPS NPU, faster memory up to 128GB and a three-year warranty. The GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) is cheaper, quieter and offers OCuLink for an external GPU.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) and the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?
The processor generation. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) uses a Zen 5 Ryzen AI 9 with an NPU, while the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) uses a Zen 3+ Ryzen 7 PRO with no AI engine.
Which one supports an external graphics card?
The GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB), through its front OCuLink port. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) has two USB4 ports rather than a dedicated external GPU link.
How much memory can each mini PC take?
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 370) accepts up to 128GB of DDR5-5600 across two SODIMM slots, while the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) tops out at 64GB of DDR5-4800.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 370)?
Buyers who want current-generation CPU performance, on-device AI, high memory capacity and a longer warranty in a small desktop.
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?
Anyone who wants a quiet, lower-priced virtualization box with OCuLink for a future external GPU and the option to run Linux or Proxmox.
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