Updated October 2026
Data from the official Geekom and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) comes out ahead on price and memory speed in this 32GB matchup.
It pairs its Intel Core Ultra 7 258V with 32GB of LPDDR5X at 8533 MT/s and a 1TB drive, and it is both the cheaper and the better reviewed of the two. The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) answers on flexibility: its 16-core Core Ultra 7 356H and 50 TOPS NPU sit above the GMKtec's eight-core chip, its 32GB of DDR5 uses upgradeable SO-DIMM modules, and it carries three storage bays, two USB4 ports and a three-year warranty. The GMKtec is the value pick for a fixed compact desktop; the Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) is for buyers who want more cores, more drive bays and upgradeable memory.
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| Feature | Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) | GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1399.00 | $1099.99 | GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.7 | GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X | GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 7 356H | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Xe3 Graphics | Intel Arc 140V | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost NPU (50 TOPS) | Intel AI Boost NPU (47 TOPS) | Different strengths |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Processor
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) uses a 16-core Core Ultra 7 356H with a 50 TOPS NPU. The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) uses the eight-core Core Ultra 7 258V with a 47 TOPS NPU, so the Geekom has more cores for heavy multitasking while the GMKtec is the smaller, newer design.
Memory
Both ship 32GB, but the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) uses faster LPDDR5X at 8533 MT/s and the Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) uses DDR5. The Geekom's memory is in SO-DIMM slots and can be upgraded to 64GB; the GMKtec's is soldered and fixed.
Storage bays
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) offers three bays: an M.2 2280 NVMe, an M.2 2242 SATA and a 2.5-inch SATA slot. The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) has two M.2 slots, one Gen5-capable, which is faster but gives less room for bulk drives.
Display and USB4
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) has two USB4 ports and two HDMI 2.0 outputs for up to four displays. The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) has one USB4 port and two HDMI 2.1 outputs for three, but reaches 8K over one of them.
Warranty and value
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) is covered for three years and the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) for one. The GMKtec is nonetheless the more affordable of the pair, and it carries Wi-Fi 6E against the Geekom's Wi-Fi 7.
Which one to buy if
- you want the most cores and drive bays in one box
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) has 16 cores and three storage bays, more than the eight-core, two-slot GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB).
- you want to spend less and keep it simple
The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) is the cheaper, better reviewed machine and still gives 32GB, 1TB and USB4.
- you plan to upgrade memory later
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) uses DDR5 SO-DIMM modules up to 64GB, while the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) is soldered at 32GB.
- you need four displays or two USB4 ports
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) drives up to four screens and fits two USB4 ports; the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) offers three displays and one USB4.
- you want a single fast Gen5 storage slot
The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) pairs a PCIe Gen5 x4 slot with a Gen4 one, ahead of the Geekom's Gen4 and SATA bays.
$1399.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Price: $1399.00 vs $1099.99
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.7
Winner
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Prime exclusive deal$1099.99
$1299.99
- + Price: $1099.99
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5X
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) or GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?
The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) takes it on price, review score and memory speed. The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) is the better machine for heavy work, with more cores, three drive bays, two USB4 ports and upgradeable memory.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) and the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?
Memory and expansion. The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) uses DDR5 in SO-DIMM slots that reach 64GB and adds a third storage bay, while the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) uses faster but soldered LPDDR5X and two M.2 slots.
Do the Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) and GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) have Thunderbolt?
Neither has Thunderbolt. Both use USB4 for fast data and display output, with two USB4 ports on the Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) and one on the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB).
How many displays can each drive?
The Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB) supports up to four displays through two HDMI 2.0 and two USB4 ports. The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) supports three, one of them up to 8K over HDMI 2.1.
Who should buy the Geekom IT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who want a premium compact workstation with a 16-core CPU, a 50 TOPS NPU, three storage bays, four-display output, upgradeable memory and a three-year warranty.
Who should buy the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?
Anyone who wants a small, current Intel desktop at a lower price with 32GB of fast memory, USB4 power delivery and a 1TB drive, and who does not need to expand the memory or add bulk storage.
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