Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Geekom site.
2026 verdict
The Geekom GT13 Max is the newer and better-connected mini PC of this pair, though the Geekom IT13 (2TB) answers with more memory and storage out of the box.
The GT13 Max runs a sixteen-core Core Ultra 9 185H with DDR5-5600, Wi-Fi 7, two 2.5G Ethernet ports and a dedicated AI Boost NPU. The IT13 ships 32GB of DDR4 and a 2TB drive across three bays, double the GT13 Max's 16GB and 1TB, and it is the better reviewed choice for editing, audio work and media servers. Both carry two USB4 ports, dual HDMI and a three-year warranty. Choose the GT13 Max for the newer platform and networking, and the IT13 (2TB) when capacity matters more than generation.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Memory Capacity2×Geekom IT13 (2TB)32 GB vs 16 GB
- Storage Capacity2×Geekom IT13 (2TB)2 TB vs 1 TB
| Feature | Geekom GT13 Max | Geekom IT13 (2TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.4 | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 | Geekom GT13 Max |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 3200 MT/s | Geekom GT13 Max |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 2 TB | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core i9-13900HK | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
What the differences mean
Processor
The Geekom GT13 Max runs the newer sixteen-core Core Ultra 9 185H with Intel Arc graphics and an AI Boost NPU; the Geekom IT13 (2TB) uses the older Core i9-13900HK with Iris Xe graphics. The GT13 Max is the more current platform.
Memory
The GT13 Max has 16GB of DDR5-5600; the IT13 (2TB) has 32GB of DDR4-3200. The GT13 Max is faster, the IT13 larger from the start, and both reach 64GB.
Storage
The IT13 (2TB) ships 2TB and offers three bays, an M.2 2280 Gen 4, an M.2 2242 SATA and a 2.5 inch SATA slot. The GT13 Max ships 1TB with two M.2 slots.
Networking
The GT13 Max carries two 2.5G Ethernet ports plus Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4; the IT13 (2TB) has a single 2.5G port with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.
Ports
Both offer two USB4 ports and two HDMI 2.0 outputs. The GT13 Max adds a Mini DisplayPort 1.4; the IT13 (2TB) routes DisplayPort over USB4.
Warranty and positioning
Both carry a three-year warranty. The GT13 Max is the newer, better-connected machine, while the IT13 (2TB) trades the newer chip for more memory and storage out of the box.
Which one to buy if
- you want more memory and storage out of the box
The Geekom IT13 (2TB) ships 32GB of RAM and a 2TB drive across three bays.
- you want the newer platform and dual wired ports
The Geekom GT13 Max has a newer Core Ultra 9, two 2.5G ports and Wi-Fi 7.
- you run local AI features
The GT13 Max includes an Intel AI Boost NPU the IT13 does not have.
- you want a proven creator machine
The Geekom IT13 (2TB) is the reviewed pick for editing, audio work and media serving.
Winner
$849.00
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.4
- - Memory Capacity: 16 GB vs 32 GB
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- + Rating: 4.4
- + Memory Capacity: 32 GB
- + Storage Capacity: 2 TB
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
- - Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s vs 5600 MT/s
What owners say
Geekom IT13 (2TB) owners describe it as a small, quiet powerhouse that stays near-silent at idle and handles far more than office work, including 4K video editing, large RAW photo batches, professional audio software and 24/7 Plex or NAS duty. They praise the solid metal chassis, the dual HDMI output for large monitors and the three-year warranty, and several bought more units after replacing older towers. The recurring caveats are that the integrated Iris Xe graphics are only for casual games, that it runs warm and audible under long heavy loads, and that customer support has been inconsistent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom GT13 Max or Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
The Geekom GT13 Max is the newer and better-connected machine, with DDR5-5600, Wi-Fi 7, two 2.5G Ethernet ports and an AI Boost NPU. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) is the pick for capacity, shipping 32GB of RAM and a 2TB drive across three bays, and it is the better reviewed for creative work.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom GT13 Max and the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
Generation versus capacity. The GT13 Max uses a newer Core Ultra 9 with DDR5 and a dedicated NPU, while the IT13 (2TB) offers double the memory and storage on an older Core i9 platform.
How much memory and storage do the Geekom GT13 Max and the Geekom IT13 (2TB) offer?
The Geekom GT13 Max ships 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD; the Geekom IT13 (2TB) ships 32GB of DDR4 and a 2TB SSD. Both support up to 64GB of memory.
Does the Geekom IT13 (2TB) have an NPU?
No. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) has no dedicated neural engine. The Geekom GT13 Max includes an Intel AI Boost NPU for on-device AI features.
Who should buy the Geekom GT13 Max?
Buyers who want the newest compact Intel platform, dual 2.5G Ethernet for always-on network roles and DDR5 memory with an NPU.
Who should buy the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
Anyone who needs more RAM and storage out of the box for editing, audio production, virtual machines or a media server, and who values the reviewed creator performance.
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