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| Feature | Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 | Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1149.00 | $1399.00 | Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.3 | Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 |
| Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 1 TB | Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Arc 140T GPU | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | NPU Intel AI Boost | 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
Processor generation
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) carries the newer Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, a 16-core Arrow Lake chip, while the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 runs the earlier Core Ultra 9 185H. On paper the newer silicon is the quicker of the two, which is the main reason to weigh them at all.
Graphics
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) uses Intel Arc 140T graphics with ray tracing and XeSS upscaling, a step beyond the Arc graphics in the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9. Neither is a gaming machine, but the newer iGPU handles light titles and encoding work better.
Storage
The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 ships with a 2 TB SSD, double the 1 TB in the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB), so it needs an external drive later for large libraries. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) counters with three internal bays, including a 2.5-inch SATA slot, for separate fast and bulk volumes.
Networking and ports
The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 has two 2.5G Ethernet ports and five USB 3.2 Type-A ports, better for a firewall, router or NAS role. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) drops to one 2.5G Ethernet port and three USB 3.2 Type-A ports, though both offer two USB4 Type-C ports and dual HDMI.
Memory ceiling
Both ship with 32 GB of dual-channel DDR5, but the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) takes up to 128 GB against 64 GB in the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9. For virtual machines or heavy AI workloads, the higher ceiling leaves more room to grow.
Which one to buy if
- you want the most storage and wired ports out of the box
The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 brings 2 TB, two 2.5G Ethernet ports and more USB ports than the newer sibling in the same compact format.
- you want the newest chip and the most upgrade room
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) runs the newer Core Ultra 9 285H, takes up to 128 GB of memory and holds three internal drives.
- the box will be a firewall, router or NAS
Two 2.5G Ethernet ports on the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 let you split LAN and WAN or aggregate bandwidth, where the sibling has only one.
- you want to run several drives inside one case
The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) fits an M.2 2280 NVMe drive, an M.2 2242 SATA drive and a 2.5-inch SATA drive, a rare combination at this size.
- + Price: $1149.00
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Storage Capacity: 2 TB
- - Price: $1399.00 vs $1149.00
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.5
What owners say
Reviews of the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 come from owners using it as a desktop replacement, and they describe the same picture: quick boots, smooth multitasking and enough headroom for Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and DaVinci Resolve, with the dual HDMI and USB4 outputs driving a multi-monitor desk without a dock. They like the three-year warranty and the Kensington lock for office deployments, and many call it quiet during normal use. What they complain about is fan noise once a heavy task runs long, a turbo clock that is capped below its rating, an HDMI cable they call basic, and the occasional unit that failed after months of use, which warranty support helped resolve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 or Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 takes this comparison on storage and wired connectivity, with 2 TB, two 2.5G Ethernet ports and more USB ports. The Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) is the more modern machine underneath, with a newer CPU, stronger integrated graphics and more upgrade room, so the choice comes down to what you value.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 and the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
Storage and generation. The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 gives you a 2 TB drive and two 2.5G Ethernet ports, while the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB) moves to the newer Core Ultra 9 285H and Arc 140T graphics with three internal drive bays but a single wired port.
Which of these two Geekom mini PCs is faster?
On paper the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB), which uses the newer Core Ultra 9 285H and Arc 140T graphics against the Core Ultra 9 185H and Arc graphics in the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9. In everyday office use the difference is small; in heavier tasks the newer chip pulls ahead.
Which has more storage, the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 or the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
The Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9 ships with 2 TB against 1 TB in the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB). The IT15 makes up for that with three drive bays, so you can add an M.2 and a 2.5-inch drive inside rather than by USB.
Who should buy the Geekom GT1 Mega Ultra 9?
Buyers who want a compact workstation with 2 TB of fast storage, dual 2.5G Ethernet for a lab or network role, and a broad set of ports, all backed by a three-year warranty.
Who should buy the Geekom IT15 (32GB + 1TB)?
Anyone who wants the newest available chip, the option of up to 128 GB of memory and room for three internal drives, which suits home servers, Proxmox hosts and storage-heavy builds.
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