Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Geekom site.
2026 verdict
For local AI models and a home lab that keeps growing, the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) is the stronger of these two Geekom flagships.
Its DDR5 memory reaches 128GB against a 64GB ceiling of DDR4 on the IT13, and its Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 adds an XDNA 2 NPU rated at 50 TOPS and Radeon 890M graphics, where the IT13's Core i9-13900HK has Iris Xe and no NPU. Networking moves up too, to two 2.5G Ethernet ports and Wi-Fi 7. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) holds its own on the rest: the same 32GB and 2TB as shipped, the same three-year warranty, two USB4 ports and a storage layout the A9 Max cannot match, with an M.2 2242 SATA slot and a 2.5-inch SATA bay beside the main NVMe drive. Pick the A9 Max for AI and networking, and the IT13 for bulk storage inside the case.
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| Feature | Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) | Geekom IT13 (2TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 | Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 | Intel Core i9-13900HK | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 890M | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 | Tie |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 2 TB | Tie |
What the differences mean
AI acceleration
The A9 Max has an XDNA 2 NPU rated at 50 TOPS for Copilot+ features and local models. The IT13 has no NPU, so AI work runs on its CPU and Iris Xe graphics.
Memory
Both ship with 32GB in dual channel, but the A9 Max uses DDR5 and takes up to 128GB, while the IT13 uses DDR4 and stops at 64GB. Large virtual machines and models favour the A9 Max.
Graphics
Radeon 890M on the A9 Max against Iris Xe on the IT13. Geekom pitches the 890M for 1080p games, while IT13 owners say theirs is fine only for casual titles.
Storage layout
Both ship with 2TB. The A9 Max has two NVMe slots (M.2 2280 and M.2 2230); the IT13 has an M.2 2280 NVMe, an M.2 2242 SATA slot and a 2.5-inch SATA bay, so an old laptop drive fits inside.
Networking
Two 2.5G Ethernet ports, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 on the A9 Max against one 2.5G port, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 on the IT13. The second port matters for router or firewall duty.
Which one to buy if
- you want to run local language models
The 50 TOPS NPU and up to 128GB of DDR5 make the Geekom A9 Max the one built for it.
- you are building a router, firewall or virtualization host
Two 2.5G Ethernet ports on the A9 Max against one on the IT13.
- you want to reuse 2.5-inch drives for a Plex or NAS library
The Geekom IT13 has a 2.5-inch SATA bay and an M.2 2242 SATA slot on top of its NVMe drive.
- you play some games at 1080p
The Radeon 890M is the stronger integrated GPU of the two.
Winner
$1599.00
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
What owners say
Geekom IT13 (2TB) owners describe a small, quiet powerhouse: near silent at idle, with the fan only audible under load, and fast enough for 4K video editing, big batches of RAW photos, professional DAWs, local language models and a 24/7 Plex or NAS server. They praise the metal build over plastic rivals, easy dual 4K and ultrawide monitor setups, and the three-year warranty with full replacement in the first year, and several bought more units for colleagues. The caveats they raise are warm running under sustained load with the fans staying on, graphics good only for casual games, and inconsistent support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) or Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) for AI and future growth: a 50 TOPS NPU, DDR5 up to 128GB, dual 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) matches it on 32GB, 2TB and the three-year warranty, and is the better pick for bulk storage thanks to its 2.5-inch bay.
Does the Geekom IT13 (2TB) have an NPU?
No. The Geekom IT13 (2TB)'s Core i9-13900HK has no dedicated NPU, while the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has an XDNA 2 NPU rated at 50 TOPS.
Which has more storage bays, the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) or the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
The Geekom IT13 (2TB), with three: an M.2 2280 NVMe slot, an M.2 2242 SATA slot and a 2.5-inch SATA bay. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has two NVMe slots, M.2 2280 and M.2 2230.
How much memory can the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) and the Geekom IT13 (2TB) take?
Up to 128GB of DDR5 on the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) and up to 64GB of DDR4 on the Geekom IT13 (2TB). Both ship with 32GB in dual channel.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)?
Buyers running local AI models, virtualization or network appliances who want the newest platform, dual Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7 and room for 128GB of memory.
Who should buy the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
Creators and home server builders who want a proven, quiet i9 machine with 32GB and 2TB, plus internal room for 2.5-inch drives.
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