Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Geekom and GMKtec sites.
2026 verdict
Does the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) beat a 13th Gen Core i9 anywhere but price?
The Geekom IT13 (2TB) carries a higher owner rating, triple the warranty coverage at three years against one, quadruple the memory and eight times the storage, and a Core i9 13900HK built for the kind of 4K editing, DAW work and local AI use the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)'s four-core N95 cannot take on. What the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) offers instead is a genuinely low entry price for a licensed Windows 11 Pro machine that still covers browsing, documents and streaming without complaint. Choose the Geekom IT13 (2TB) for serious multitasking or creative work with room to spare, and choose the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) for the cheapest capable mini PC in this pairing.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Storage Capacity8×Geekom IT13 (2TB)2 TB vs 256 GB
- Memory Capacity4×Geekom IT13 (2TB)32 GB vs 8 GB
- Warranty3×Geekom IT13 (2TB)3 years vs 1 year
| Feature | Geekom IT13 (2TB) | GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €1995.51 | $249.99 | GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.2 | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 8 GB | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 256 GB | Geekom IT13 (2TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core i9-13900HK | Intel Processor N95 | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Single-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics (up to 1200 MHz) | Different strengths |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 | Tie |
Winner
€1995.51
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Memory Capacity: 32 GB
- - Price: €1995.51 vs $249.99
29% OFF
$249.99
$349.99
- + Price: $249.99
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Geekom IT13 (2TB) or GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)?
The Geekom IT13 (2TB) wins overall, ahead on owner rating, a three-year warranty against one year, and far more memory and storage than the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB). Price is the only column the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) takes.
What is the biggest difference between the Geekom IT13 (2TB) and the GMKtec NucBox G3S?
The processor class. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) runs a 13th Gen Intel Core i9 13900HK meant for sustained, demanding workloads, while the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) runs a four-core Intel N95 built for lighter everyday computing.
Is the extra storage on the Geekom IT13 (2TB) worth it?
For anyone storing large video libraries, game installs or virtual machines, yes. The 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD is eight times the 256GB drive in the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB), and pairs with 32GB of RAM to keep large working sets responsive.
Which one is easier to upgrade later?
The GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB) has a lower ceiling but is still upgradeable, with a single SODIMM slot capped at 16GB. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) supports up to 64GB of DDR4 across two slots, giving it far more room to grow.
Who should buy the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB)?
Buyers who want the lowest-cost complete Windows desktop for browsing, office work and media playback should choose the GMKtec NucBox G3S (8GB + 256GB).
Who should buy the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?
Buyers who need serious multitasking headroom, large local storage or the power for creative and AI workloads should choose the Geekom IT13 (2TB).
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