Mini PCs · Head to head

Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) vs GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Geekom and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) over GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB), driven by warranty, memory type, and memory capacity. What pushes it ahead is warranty, memory type, and memory capacity, and storage capacity keeps the advantage from looking narrow. GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB) still makes sense if price is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Geekom A9 Max (HX 470). That makes Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) the clearer recommendation in 2026.
vs
Price alerts

Mini PC prices change while you decide

We check the price of every Mini PC in the catalog daily and email you the drops, whichever one you pick.

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Smart home deals and news, straight to your inbox

Price drops, new releases and the smart home news worth knowing.

No spam. Unsubscribe in one click.

FeatureGeekom A9 Max (HX 470)GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)Winner
Price$1439.10$329.99GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)
Warranty3 years1 yearGeekom A9 Max (HX 470)
Memory TypeDDR5DDR4Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)
Memory Capacity32 GB16 GBGeekom A9 Max (HX 470)
Storage Capacity2 TB512 GBGeekom A9 Max (HX 470)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470Intel Core i3-10110UDifferent strengths
GPU ModelAMD Radeon 890MIntel UHD Graphics (up to 1000 MHz)Different strengths
Rating4.44.4Tie
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelDual-channelTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) or GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)?

Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for warranty, memory type, and memory capacity.

What is the biggest difference between Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) and GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) lists $1439.10, while GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB) lists $329.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) is listed at $1439.10, while GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is listed at $329.99. GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB) (better spec).

Who should buy Geekom A9 Max (HX 470)?

Choose Geekom A9 Max (HX 470) if your priority is warranty and memory type and that matters more than price.

Who should buy GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)?

Choose GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB) if your priority is price and that matters more than warranty.

Full comparison table

Compare all 53 Mini PCs side by side

You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Mini PCs in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.

  • 53 Mini PCs
  • 41 specs compared
  • 38 filters
Open the full comparison
More Mini PCs

Top Mini PCs to compare next

Compare Mini PCs by CPU, RAM, storage, ports, GPU, NPU, connectivity, size, and operating system. Find the right compact PC for your needs.

All Mini PCs
Geekom

More Geekom products

A sharper look at other Geekom products worth comparing.

Explore Geekom
GMKtec

More GMKtec products

A sharper look at other GMKtec products worth comparing.

Explore GMKtec
Independent · Not sponsoredBrands never pay for placement or rankings. Affiliate commissions never influence our comparisons.
© 2026 Smart Home Compared
Search