Winner
Updated September 2026
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2026 verdict
DDR5 and a longer warranty outweigh the extra RAM, so the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) wins this mini PC comparison.
It leads on a 3 year warranty, DDR5-5600 versus DDR4-3200, and 1TB versus 512GB, with Radeon 780M behind a Ryzen 7 8745HS. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) is cheaper and the one that ships 32GB, plus two 2.5G Ethernet ports and a dedicated DisplayPort. Pick the AX8 Max as the faster-memory daily driver; pick the M5 Ultra when 32GB of DDR4 and a second M.2 2280 slot matter more than Gen4 speed.
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| Feature | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) | GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $584.10 | $559.99 | GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 3200 MT/s | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB | GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 512 GB | Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 780M | AMD Radeon Graphics (8 cores, up to 2000 MHz) | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.3 | Tie |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
Winner
10% OFF
$584.10
$649.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- - Price: $584.10 vs $559.99
- - Memory Capacity: 16 GB vs 32 GB
$559.99
- + Price: $559.99
- + Memory Capacity: 32 GB
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) or GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?
The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) is better overall on warranty, memory type, memory speed and storage. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) wins on price and on 32GB of memory.
What is the biggest difference between Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) and GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?
DDR5 versus more RAM. The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) uses 16GB of DDR5-5600 and a 1TB Gen4 SSD. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) uses 32GB of DDR4-3200 and 512GB across two M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 slots.
Which of these two has USB4?
The Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB) has two USB 4.0 Type-C ports. The GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB) does not list USB4; it uses USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C.
Who should buy the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who want DDR5-5600, Radeon 780M, 1TB of Gen4 storage, USB4 and a three-year warranty should choose the Geekom AX8 Max (16GB + 1TB).
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)?
Buyers who want 32GB installed, a dedicated DisplayPort, dual 2.5G Ethernet and a second PCIe 3.0 SSD slot at a lower price should choose the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra (32GB + 512GB).
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