Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Geekom site.
2026 verdict
For a mini PC that runs local AI models, the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) is the stronger of these two machines and the higher priced one.
Its AMD XDNA 2 NPU is rated at 50 TOPS against the 13 TOPS of the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB), and it ships with a 2TB Gen 4 drive against 1TB. Around that sit dual 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7 and two USB4 ports. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) answers with three internal drive bays, an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H and Arc 140T graphics, and a lower price. Pick the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) for AI work and dual wired networks, and the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) for a storage-heavy build or a tighter budget.
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| Feature | Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) | Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1599.00 | £1149.00 | Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.3 | Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) |
| Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 1 TB | Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 | 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 |
What the differences mean
AI acceleration
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) pairs its Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 with an XDNA 2 NPU rated at 50 TOPS, enough for Copilot+ features and local language models. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) has an Intel AI Boost NPU rated at 13 TOPS, so on-device AI work is where the gap between these two mini PCs is widest.
Drive bays
Both boot from an M.2 2280 NVMe drive, but the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) adds an M.2 2242 SATA slot and a 2.5 inch SATA bay for a second and third drive. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has a second M.2 2230 slot and arrives with 2TB already fitted.
Wired networking
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) carries two 2.5G Ethernet ports, which suits a firewall, a router build or a machine that faces both a LAN and a NAS. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) has a single 2.5G port.
Price positioning
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) is the more expensive of the pair, and the premium buys the NPU, the 2TB drive and the second network port. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) is the value choice for the same 32GB of DDR5 and the same dual USB4 ports.
Which one to buy if
- your work includes local AI models, image generation or Copilot+ features
The 50 TOPS XDNA 2 NPU in the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) is several times the AI throughput of the Intel chip in the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB).
- you want to run a NAS, a media library or several drives inside the case
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) fits a boot NVMe, an M.2 SATA drive and a 2.5 inch drive at the same time.
- the machine needs two wired networks or a firewall role
Only the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has dual 2.5G Ethernet ports built in.
- you want the lower priced mini PC of the two
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) costs less and still carries 32GB of DDR5 and two USB4 ports.
Winner
$1599.00
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Storage Capacity: 2 TB
- - Price: $1599.00 vs £1149.00
£1149.00
- + Price: £1149.00
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
- - Storage Capacity: 1 TB vs 2 TB
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) or Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470), for AI acceleration, a 2TB drive and dual 2.5G Ethernet. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) is the better buy if you want three drive bays and a lower price, since it still provides 32GB of DDR5 and dual USB4 ports.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) and the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
AI acceleration. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has an XDNA 2 NPU rated at 50 TOPS, while the Intel AI Boost NPU in the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) is rated at 13 TOPS.
How much storage can each of these mini PCs hold?
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) fits up to about 8TB across three bays, an M.2 2280 NVMe, an M.2 2242 SATA and a 2.5 inch SATA drive. The Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has two M.2 Gen 4 slots and ships this configuration with a 2TB drive fitted.
Who should buy the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)?
Anyone running local AI models or Copilot+ features, and buyers who need dual 2.5G Ethernet for a home lab, firewall or NAS setup.
Who should buy the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
Buyers building a storage-heavy home server or NAS who want three internal bays, or anyone who wants a 32GB DDR5 mini PC with Arc graphics for less than the Geekom A9 Max (HX 470).
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