Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) vs GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)

Updated September 2026

Data from Amazon and official Geekom and GMKtec sites.

2026 verdict

A Strix Halo workstation versus a budget eight-core office box: the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) wins this mini PC pairing over the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB).

Winner

Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)

$2399.00

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It leads on LPDDR5X memory type and speed, on 64GB versus 32GB, on 1TB versus 512GB of storage, and on a three-year warranty against one year. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) is the more affordable option, with upgradeable DDR4, dual 2.5G Ethernet and a quieter dual-fan chassis that suits pfSense or Proxmox. Take the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) for GPU-class graphics and a 64GB pool; take the M5 Ultra when the job is a cheap dual-LAN home server.

Winner

Geekom

Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)

$2399.00

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GMKtec

GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)

$559.99

Buy on Amazon USA

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Feature	Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)	GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)	Winner
Price	$2399.00	$559.99	GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)
Warranty	3 years	1 year	Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	DDR4	Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)
Memory Speed	7500 MT/s	3200 MT/s	Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)
Memory Capacity	64 GB	32 GB	Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)
Storage Capacity	1 TB	512 GB	Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)
CPU Model	AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388	AMD Ryzen 7 7730U	Different strengths
Memory Configuration	Soldered (non-upgradeable)	Dual-channel	Different strengths
GPU Model	AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics	AMD Radeon Graphics (8 cores, up to 2000 MHz)	Different strengths
Rating	4.3	4.3	Tie

Winner

Geekom

Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)

$2399.00

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Warranty: 3 years
+ Memory Type: LPDDR5X
+ Memory Speed: 7500 MT/s
- Price: $2399.00 vs $559.99

GMKtec

GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)

$559.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $559.99
- Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- Memory Type: DDR4 vs LPDDR5X

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) or GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?

The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) wins overall on warranty, memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage capacity. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) wins on price.

What is the biggest difference between Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) and GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?

Platform generation. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) pairs a Ryzen AI Max+ 388 with Radeon 8060S graphics and soldered 64GB LPDDR5X. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) uses a Ryzen 7 7730U, 32GB of DDR4 and integrated Radeon graphics with no USB4.

Which mini PC is better for a home server?

The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) is the more natural home-server pick: dual 2.5G Ethernet, upgradeable SODIMMs and two M.2 slots at a much lower cost. The Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB) also has dual 2.5G Ethernet, but it is sized and priced for local AI and GPU work rather than pfSense.

Who should buy the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who need Radeon 8060S graphics, 64GB of fast shared memory and Wi-Fi 7 in a Windows 11 Pro mini PC should choose the Geekom A9 Mega (64GB + 1TB).

Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?

Buyers who want a quiet, cheaper eight-core box with dual 2.5G Ethernet for Proxmox, Linux development or a budget desktop should choose the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB).

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