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GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) vs MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

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Updated October 2026
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2026 verdict
For a quiet, low-power desktop the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) wins this mini PC matchup over the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB).
GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
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GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
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It runs an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V with Arc 140V graphics and a 47 TOPS NPU, uses LPDDR5X-8533 memory, and fits a 460g metal chassis with a USB4 port, Wi-Fi 6E, an HDMI cable and a VESA mount in the box. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro is the gaming machine of the pair, with a desktop RTX 5060, a 16-core Ryzen 9 8945HX, a built-in 350W supply, two M.2 slots and a two-year warranty. Choose the GMKtec K17 Plus for efficient everyday Windows work and on-device AI, and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro when you need discrete graphics.
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FeatureGMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)Winner
Price$1099.99$1719.00GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Rating4.74.6GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Warranty1 year2 yearsMINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
Memory TypeLPDDR5XDDR5GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
Memory Speed8533 MT/s5200 MT/sGMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)
CPU ModelIntel Core Ultra 7 258VAMD Ryzen 9 8945HXDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationSoldered (non-upgradeable)Dual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel Arc 140VNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7)Different strengths
Memory Capacity32 GB32 GBTie
Storage Capacity1 TB1 TBTie

What the differences mean

Graphics

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro carries a desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7, while the GMKtec K17 Plus uses Intel Arc 140V integrated graphics. For gaming and GPU work the G1 Pro is in a different class.

Processor

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro runs a 16-core, 32-thread Ryzen 9 8945HX, and the GMKtec K17 Plus runs an eight-core Intel Core Ultra 7 258V. The G1 Pro has more threads for heavy multitasking; the GMKtec targets efficiency.

Memory

The GMKtec K17 Plus uses 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533, soldered and fast. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro uses 32GB of DDR5-5200 in SO-DIMM slots that reach 96GB, so the G1 Pro is the one you can expand.

Power and size

The GMKtec K17 Plus uses a 100W adapter and weighs 460g, while the MINISFORUM G1 Pro has an internal 350W supply and weighs 3.81kg. The GMKtec is the machine that mounts behind a monitor.

Warranty

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro is covered for two years and the GMKtec K17 Plus for one. For a long-lived purchase, the G1 Pro offers the longer term.

AI acceleration

The GMKtec K17 Plus includes an Intel AI Boost NPU rated at 47 TOPS, while the MINISFORUM G1 Pro's Ryzen 9 8945HX has no NPU. For on-device AI acceleration, the GMKtec has the dedicated hardware.

Which one to buy if

  • you want a quiet, efficient desktop for work
    GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)

    The GMKtec K17 Plus runs a low-power Intel Core Ultra 7 258V in a 460g chassis with a 100W adapter.

  • you play games or render on the GPU
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro's desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7 is built for gaming and GPU work.

  • you want on-device AI acceleration
    GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)

    The GMKtec K17 Plus includes a 47 TOPS NPU, while the MINISFORUM G1 Pro's gaming processor has none.

  • you want no power brick on the desk
    MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)

    The MINISFORUM G1 Pro has a built-in 350W supply, while the GMKtec K17 Plus uses an external 100W adapter and the VESA mount hides it.

  • you want to mount the PC behind a monitor
    GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)

    The GMKtec K17 Plus weighs 460g and includes a VESA mount, unlike the 3.81kg MINISFORUM G1 Pro.

What owners say

What owners of the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) talk about is density: a real desktop graphics card and a 16-core processor in under four litres, with a built-in power supply and no external brick. They describe smooth 1440p gaming with DLSS, easy access to the two M.2 slots and memory, and noise that stays low in everyday use. The bundled control app is the one recurring gripe, since some antivirus tools flag its older executable; owners remove it or replace it with third-party software. A few mention the tight interior, wish for more USB ports, and note the machine can get warm during long sessions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) or MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)?

For an efficient, quiet everyday Windows desktop the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) wins, with a low-power Intel chip, fast LPDDR5X memory, a 47 TOPS NPU and a VESA mount. For gaming and GPU work the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) is the better machine, with a desktop RTX 5060 and an internal power supply.

Which is better for gaming, the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) or the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)?

The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB). It has a dedicated desktop RTX 5060 with 8GB of GDDR7 and a 16-core Ryzen 9 8945HX, while the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) relies on Intel Arc 140V integrated graphics.

Which of the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) and the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) has an NPU?

Only the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) has an NPU, an Intel AI Boost unit rated at 47 TOPS. The MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) uses a Ryzen 9 8945HX with no NPU.

Can the memory of the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) or the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) be upgraded?

Only the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB) is upgradeable, using two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots up to 96GB. The GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB) uses soldered LPDDR5X fixed at 32GB.

Who should buy the GMKtec K17 Plus (32GB + 1TB)?

Buyers who want a compact, efficient Windows 11 Pro desktop with fast memory, USB4, a 47 TOPS NPU and a VESA mount for everyday work and light AI.

Who should buy the MINISFORUM G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)?

Gamers and creators who want a real desktop RTX 5060, a 16-core Ryzen 9, an internal power supply and easy memory and storage upgrades in a small chassis.

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