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# Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, 12C/14T @ 4.3GHz 48GB DDR5 4800MHz RAM + 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD Quad 4K/8K Display via HDMI 2.1 & DP 1.4 GMKtec K15 AI Mini PC Oculink with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U Processor, 48GB DDR5 RAM 1TB SSD, Desktop Computer AI Boost, 3X M.2 2280 Storage Expansion, Dual NIC 2.5GbE, HDMI 2.1, USB4

**Brand:** gmktec
**Price:** ₱121217
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## Summary

> 🚀 Compact Powerhouse: Big Performance, Tiny Footprint, Zero Compromise

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GMKtec K15 AI Mini PC Oculink with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U Processor, 48GB DDR5 RAM 1TB SSD, Desktop Computer AI Boost, 3X M.2 2280 Storage Expansion, Dual NIC 2.5GbE, HDMI 2.1, USB4 by gmktec
- **How much does it cost?** ₱121217 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- gmktec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gmktec brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Stunning Multi-Display Setup:** Supports up to 4 screens in 4K/8K resolution via HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB-C—perfect for multitasking pros and creatives.
- • **Next-Level Connectivity & Speed:** Dual 2.5GbE NICs plus WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 ensure blazing-fast, stable connections for seamless collaboration and streaming.
- • **Massive Memory & Storage Expansion:** 48GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD with triple M.2 slots supporting up to 24TB total—future-proof your workflow effortlessly.
- • **Silent Cooling with Custom RGB Vibes:** Dual quiet fans with 13 RGB modes keep your rig cool and stylish—turn off lighting for stealth mode or light up your workspace.
- • **Powerhouse Performance in a Mini Frame:** 12-core Intel Ultra 5 processor with 14 threads delivers desktop-level speed at just 15W TDP—work smarter, not harder.

## Overview

The GMKtec K15 AI Mini PC packs a 12-core Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor with 14 threads, 48GB DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD into a sleek, energy-efficient chassis. It supports quad 4K/8K displays, offers triple M.2 expansion slots for up to 24TB storage, and features dual 2.5GbE Ethernet alongside WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for ultra-fast connectivity. With advanced cooling and customizable RGB lighting, this mini PC is designed for professionals seeking powerful multitasking, gaming, and AI workloads in a compact, stylish form factor.

## Description

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Review: I Bought One GMKtec Mini PC. Now We Have Seven. That Pretty Much Says It All. - The first time I came across one of these GMKtec mini PCs, I dismissed it. I figured it was just another tiny computer being pushed online with specs that probably looked better on paper than they performed in real life. Then GMKtec started showing up on literally every app I have on my phone. At some point I thought, okay, maybe this isn't just clever marketing. Maybe there really is something to these mini PCs, specifically the ones from GMKtec. So I bought one. The price was right, the hardware specifications were almost ridiculous for the money, and the price to performance ratio looked too good not to try. When it arrived, it instantly became the fastest computer we had in the shop. Now we have seven of them. That probably tells you most of what you need to know. These little things are seriously tiny. We mount ours directly to the back of standard VESA compatible monitors. We use Sceptre monitors in our shop, and once the GMKtec is mounted behind one, you basically can't even see the computer. It completely changes your idea of what a desktop computer needs to look like. Setup has been extremely easy. Everything you need is accessible, the ports are spaced well enough that you can actually use them without cables fighting each other, and even when the machine is mounted behind a monitor, everything remains practical to reach and connect. And the performance is where these little computers really surprise you. They will absolutely destroy whatever assumptions you once had about computer performance being related to physical size. For normal day to day work, these things fly. Noise levels are about what you would expect from something this small with active cooling, but most of the time they are surprisingly quiet. You can enable the higher performance modes when you need additional power, but obviously that comes with more fan noise. If you don't need something pulling around 45 watts for what you're doing, the lower power modes are perfectly capable for most everyday operations and are much more pleasant acoustically. But now that I've talked about the computers, I want to talk about something that might actually be more impressive: GMKtec's customer support. GMKtec is based in China. I'm in America. Normally, that combination makes me assume that if I ever need support, I'm going to be sending emails into the abyss and waiting forever for somebody to eventually respond. That has absolutely NOT been my experience with GMKtec. I don't know whether they have a really good support team, a really big support team, or both, but every time I've contacted them, I've received a response generally within about 24 to 72 hours. And I need to emphasize something here: I have NEVER consistently had that kind of experience with any other computer manufacturer or supplier. Not the big brands. Not the household names. Not the companies with enormous American support departments. With some major manufacturers, getting an actual problem resolved can turn into a week or two of emails, transfers, scripts, troubleshooting steps you've already completed, and trying to convince somebody that the problem actually exists. GMKtec has been different. I've had them take machines back. I've had them replace machines. I've had them replace individual parts. When something legitimately goes wrong and you didn't cause the problem, they actually try to help you fix it. That shouldn't feel unusual in the computer industry, but unfortunately, it does. I also want to be fair about the warranty side of this review. I haven't been sitting here with a calendar carefully measuring every warranty interaction against the exact warranty period because, frankly, that isn't how most of us use computers in the real world. What I can tell you is this: We've been using GMKtec computers for about a year now, and every legitimate issue I've brought to them has been resolved promptly and professionally. That matters to me far more than a warranty statement printed on a webpage. These machines are worth the money. You're getting an incredible amount of hardware packed into an unbelievably small enclosure, already assembled, configured, and ready to become an actual working computer. And depending on the GMKtec model you choose, if you pair one of these little machines with an external GPU, you can take the concept even further and build an incredibly compact, hidden HTPC or living room gaming setup without needing a giant traditional tower sitting next to your television. I started with one because I was curious. We now have seven because the first one proved itself. And these won't be the last ones I, or the company I've built, buys. We WILL get more. The performance is excellent. The size is almost comical. The price to performance ratio is fantastic. The machines are easy to deploy. And, perhaps most importantly, when something goes wrong, there are actual people on the other side willing to help. For an American customer buying computers from a company based in China, GMKtec has exceeded basically every expectation I had going into this. Thank you, GMKtec, for making your products available here in America. You've earned a lifelong customer. I love these little computers.
Review: Small, powerful, FAST! - My wife’s laptop is old and SLOW. I decided to buy a better unit, not bigger, to handle some additional tasks and “gift” my other unit to her. The older unit is a GMKtec also and is still working well and still does all the basic things and is 10 times faster than her laptop which is all she needs. I am moving to do some video editing and picture manipulation and some CAD drawing, so I wanted something with a little more “kick”. This unit seemed to fit the bill and the price was reasonable considering the extra speed, storage and expansion capabilities, and after putting it through its paces – it fits better than expected! As always, my goal is to try everything I can as quickly as I can to try to see if I can find any issues that would cause me to return it or to have to contact the manufacturer. The harder I tried the more I liked the unit, I tried things like playing 4K Video (need to get more of that). 3D modeling and rotating the objects, standard CAD drawings, picture editing and storage, all without any issue and I noticed a distinct increase in the speed from my other units. This will be the third GMKtec unit I have purchased. Because of that I can heartily recommend their products and service. I had one issue with my first unit, and they took care of it quickly and answered all my questions. The unit came nicely packaged in a clean box. Everything came out easily and I have a picture of all of the components attached to this review. I followed the startup instructions and plugged everything in and turned it on, went through the startup process with windows and was on my way. One thing to consider with a minicomputer is that it doesn’t come with peripherals, specifically a monitor and keyboard and mouse. I already have a minicomputer, so I already have these. When my wife moves to the older box we will need to get replacements for her. I will buy a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse to minimize USB port use. This unit comes with 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, and the unit is expandible to 4 TB. On my other units I quickly upgraded the RAM and Storage to what this one comes with so at this time I don’t see the need to add more which is a savings in time and money. I am now a fan of disconnected peripherals, keyboard, mouse, screen, portable drives, etc. it gives me the flexibility to disconnect and move them as I see fit or carry them with me while I travel. After I got the unit up and running, I started loading software and setting it up the way I like. There were no difficulties and it seemed to load and execute the installations faster than I am used to. I did do some speed tests and I know the modem has a lot to do with speed, but I was getting 96 mbps upload and download connected to the LAN with a cable and 94 mbps upload and download using the Wi-Fi connection. Plenty fast for my needs. I hooked up a pair of older speakers that use usb power and the earphone jack and they worked fine. Shows that it is downward compatible with older equipment. I left the computer on overnight to ensure there were no problems. It went to sleep and woke up without any issues. Earlier models had an issue with this, and I wanted to make sure it wasn’t there. I played avatar on the computer monitor and it worked great no lag no hesitations beautiful color. I figured 4K would test its graphics capability and my living room TV is 4K compatible. I hooked it up to the TV using the HDMI and found some 4K sample videos to play. They worked without a hitch, no hesitation, no buffering, and beautiful color, quite stunning I should add. I might start looking for more 4K stuff to play on the TV. I Downloaded Freecad which is a 3D modeling software, again flawless. I was able to reorient the 3D picture as fast as I could, and it looked like a movie. Along those lines I used a CAD drawing program also with no issues. Decided to do some graphic manipulation for a sales project I’m working on and edited pictures and moved them around again. It worked beautifully. Lastly as a graphics / speed trial I downloaded the starcraft game and played for a while. No issues. Other software I downloaded and used: Quicken, iTunes, Sonos (we have a system in the house), DropBox, Microsoft 365, Pumble So, this computer will take me to the next level I am looking for with speed, processing power, graphics and more. I had no trouble setting it up, using it and there were no manufacturing defects or problems. Since I have 3 GMKtec units now I can wholeheartedly recommend their products, and based on the interactions I have had they stand behind their products and provide support as needed to help. They are based out of China, so email has been my communication tool of choice even though there is a delay due to the time difference, but they have been very quick and responsive to my questions as their literature says “no question to big or small”

## Features

- LOW ENERGY HIGH PERFORMANCE MINI PC - The Intel Core Ultra 5 125U is part of the Ultra 5 lineup, using the Meteor Lake architecture with BGA 2049. Intel Hyper-Threading technology is available and effectly doubles the core-count of the P-Cores, to a total of 14 threads. Core Ultra 5 125U has 12 MB of L3 cache and operates at 1300 MHz by default, but can boost up to 4.3 GHz, depending on the workload. With a TDP of 15 W, the Core Ultra 5 125U consumes very little energy but outputs high performance efficiency
- 48GB DDR5 RAM + 1TB SSD - The K15 mini computer is equipped with Dual 24GB (Total 48GB) SO-DIMM DDR5 4800MHz memory sticks. 1TB PCIE 4.0 SSD Drive with 3x M.2 2280 Expansion slots. Each slot capable of reading up to 8TB. (24TB MAX)
- QUAD SCREEN 4K DISPLAY SUPPORT - K15 Mini PC support 4-screen 4K/8K output via HDMI 2.1 (8K@60Hz), DisplayPort 1.4 (4K@60Hz), and USB Type-C Transfer speed (supporting PD3.0/DP1.4/DATA). Ideal for gaming, video editing, and multitasking, it provides expansive and crisp multi-display support
- OCULINK PORT - The Oculink port on the rear interface enables higher bandwidth capabilities, better frame rates and lower lag. The standard also operates at PCIe x4 speeds, compared to Thunderbolt's x3. Gamers and content creators can benefit from Oculink's higher bandwidth, resulting in better performance and lower lag for eGPU setups
- DUAL NIC FAST 2.5GBE + WIFI 6E + BT 5.2 - Dual Ethernet 2.5GbE LAN port design provides more applications, such as firewall, multichannel aggregation, soft routing, file storage server. Built-in WIFI 6E / Bluetooth 5.2 is more stable and efficient to connect multiple wireless devices such as projector, printer, monitor, speakers and etc
- DUAL COOLING FANS WITH LIGHTING - Turbo CPU fan + a massive DDR5/SSD cooling fan deliver silent, ultra-efficient cooling (just 35dB in Quiet Mode!), while the advanced heatpipes and 360° airflow keeps your Ryzen Mini PC frosty under heavy loads. Plus, 13 dazzling RGB lighting modes let you personalize your rig’s vibe
- GMKTEC WARRANTY - GMKtec offers a 3-year limited warranty (1 year replacement + 2 years parts replacement) for each mini PC, starting from the date of the purchase effective on all sales starting Oct. 2026. All defects due to design and workmanship are covered. With a professional after sales team always ready to attend to your needs, you can simply relax and enjoy your mini PC

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0G7YVNFWZ |
| Additional Features | Dual Large Cooling Quiet Fans with RGB Lighting. (Able to turn off the lighting with Fan Mode button), Dual NIC 2.5GbE Ethernet, Dual 3.5mm CTIA Ports (Front and Rear), Entry AI PC using Intel AI Boost NPU (11 TOPS), Oculink Port (Rear Port), HDMI 2.1, DP Quad Display 4K/8K Video Ports, Triple M.2 2280 Slot Expansion. Each Slot 8TB Max. (Total 24TB) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,507 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #85 in Mini Computers |
| Brand | GMKtec |
| Built-In Media | GMKtec Nucbox K15 Intel Ultra 5 125U Mini PC Computer, HDMI Cable, Power Supply & Cable, User Manual, VESA Mount with Screws |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| CPU Model Number | Intel Core 5 Ultra 125U 12C/14T, Intel 4 process technology, MAX 4.3GHz; 12 MB Cache; Total Peak TOPS (Int8): 21TOPS; |
| CPU Model Speed Maximum | 4.3 GHz |
| CPU Speed | 4.3 GHz |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 48 GB |
| Cache Size | 48 GB |
| Color | Gunmetal Black(K15) |
| Compatible Devices | Headphone, Keyboard, Monitor, Mouse, Television |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 468 Reviews |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 7680 pixels |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00199874388083 |
| Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Graphics Card Ram | 48 GB |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Intel Graphics GPU 1.85GHz |
| Graphics Description | Integrated |
| Graphics Ram Type | Shared |
| Hard Disk Description | PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 SSD Triple Slots Max.24TB |
| Hard Disk Interface | PCIE x 16 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio, 802.11 ac/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5, DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type C |
| Human-Interface Input | Buttons, Keyboard, Mouse, Touchscreen |
| Keyboard Description | USB keyboard |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Manufacturer | Shenzhenshi Jimokekejiyouxiangongsi |
| Memory Clock Speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory Speed | 5600 mt_s |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 48 GB |
| Model Name | K15 |
| Model Number | K15 |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Native Resolution | 7680×4320 |
| Number of Component Outputs | 4 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Personal Computer Design Type | Mini PC |
| Power Consumption | 15 watts |
| Power Plug Type | Type B - 3 pin (North American) |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 12 |
| Processor Series | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Processor Socket | FCBGA2049 50x25mm |
| Processor Speed | 4.3 GHz |
| RAM Memory Installed | 48 GB |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR5 4800MT/S |
| RAM Type | DDR5 RAM |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 96 GB |
| Resolution | 7680×4320 |
| Screen Size | 75 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Everyday Use, Gaming, Video Editing |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 1 |
| Total Usb Ports | 7 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Video Output | HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Type-C |
| Video Output Interface | DisplayPort, HDMI, Type-C, USB4 |
| Video Processor | Intel |
| Warranty Description | 3-Year Limited Warranty (1 Year Replacement + 2 Years Parts Replacement) |
| Wireless Compability | 2.4 GHz Radio Frequency, 5 GHz Radio Frequency, 5.8 GHz Radio Frequency, 802.11ax, Bluetooth |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** GMKtec
- **CPU Model:** Intel Core Ultra 5 125U
- **CPU Speed:** 4.3 GHz
- **Cache Size:** 48 GB
- **Graphics Card Description:** Integrated
- **Graphics Coprocessor:** Intel Graphics GPU 1.85GHz
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 48 GB
- **Operating System:** Windows 11 Pro
- **Personal computer design type:** Mini PC
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Everyday Use, Gaming, Video Editing

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I Bought One GMKtec Mini PC. Now We Have Seven. That Pretty Much Says It All.
*by D***E on August 13, 2026*

The first time I came across one of these GMKtec mini PCs, I dismissed it. I figured it was just another tiny computer being pushed online with specs that probably looked better on paper than they performed in real life. Then GMKtec started showing up on literally every app I have on my phone. At some point I thought, okay, maybe this isn't just clever marketing. Maybe there really is something to these mini PCs, specifically the ones from GMKtec. So I bought one. The price was right, the hardware specifications were almost ridiculous for the money, and the price to performance ratio looked too good not to try. When it arrived, it instantly became the fastest computer we had in the shop. Now we have seven of them. That probably tells you most of what you need to know. These little things are seriously tiny. We mount ours directly to the back of standard VESA compatible monitors. We use Sceptre monitors in our shop, and once the GMKtec is mounted behind one, you basically can't even see the computer. It completely changes your idea of what a desktop computer needs to look like. Setup has been extremely easy. Everything you need is accessible, the ports are spaced well enough that you can actually use them without cables fighting each other, and even when the machine is mounted behind a monitor, everything remains practical to reach and connect. And the performance is where these little computers really surprise you. They will absolutely destroy whatever assumptions you once had about computer performance being related to physical size. For normal day to day work, these things fly. Noise levels are about what you would expect from something this small with active cooling, but most of the time they are surprisingly quiet. You can enable the higher performance modes when you need additional power, but obviously that comes with more fan noise. If you don't need something pulling around 45 watts for what you're doing, the lower power modes are perfectly capable for most everyday operations and are much more pleasant acoustically. But now that I've talked about the computers, I want to talk about something that might actually be more impressive: GMKtec's customer support. GMKtec is based in China. I'm in America. Normally, that combination makes me assume that if I ever need support, I'm going to be sending emails into the abyss and waiting forever for somebody to eventually respond. That has absolutely NOT been my experience with GMKtec. I don't know whether they have a really good support team, a really big support team, or both, but every time I've contacted them, I've received a response generally within about 24 to 72 hours. And I need to emphasize something here: I have NEVER consistently had that kind of experience with any other computer manufacturer or supplier. Not the big brands. Not the household names. Not the companies with enormous American support departments. With some major manufacturers, getting an actual problem resolved can turn into a week or two of emails, transfers, scripts, troubleshooting steps you've already completed, and trying to convince somebody that the problem actually exists. GMKtec has been different. I've had them take machines back. I've had them replace machines. I've had them replace individual parts. When something legitimately goes wrong and you didn't cause the problem, they actually try to help you fix it. That shouldn't feel unusual in the computer industry, but unfortunately, it does. I also want to be fair about the warranty side of this review. I haven't been sitting here with a calendar carefully measuring every warranty interaction against the exact warranty period because, frankly, that isn't how most of us use computers in the real world. What I can tell you is this: We've been using GMKtec computers for about a year now, and every legitimate issue I've brought to them has been resolved promptly and professionally. That matters to me far more than a warranty statement printed on a webpage. These machines are worth the money. You're getting an incredible amount of hardware packed into an unbelievably small enclosure, already assembled, configured, and ready to become an actual working computer. And depending on the GMKtec model you choose, if you pair one of these little machines with an external GPU, you can take the concept even further and build an incredibly compact, hidden HTPC or living room gaming setup without needing a giant traditional tower sitting next to your television. I started with one because I was curious. We now have seven because the first one proved itself. And these won't be the last ones I, or the company I've built, buys. We WILL get more. The performance is excellent. The size is almost comical. The price to performance ratio is fantastic. The machines are easy to deploy. And, perhaps most importantly, when something goes wrong, there are actual people on the other side willing to help. For an American customer buying computers from a company based in China, GMKtec has exceeded basically every expectation I had going into this. Thank you, GMKtec, for making your products available here in America. You've earned a lifelong customer. I love these little computers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small, powerful, FAST!
*by K***T on May 14, 2024*

My wife’s laptop is old and SLOW. I decided to buy a better unit, not bigger, to handle some additional tasks and “gift” my other unit to her. The older unit is a GMKtec also and is still working well and still does all the basic things and is 10 times faster than her laptop which is all she needs. I am moving to do some video editing and picture manipulation and some CAD drawing, so I wanted something with a little more “kick”. This unit seemed to fit the bill and the price was reasonable considering the extra speed, storage and expansion capabilities, and after putting it through its paces – it fits better than expected! As always, my goal is to try everything I can as quickly as I can to try to see if I can find any issues that would cause me to return it or to have to contact the manufacturer. The harder I tried the more I liked the unit, I tried things like playing 4K Video (need to get more of that). 3D modeling and rotating the objects, standard CAD drawings, picture editing and storage, all without any issue and I noticed a distinct increase in the speed from my other units. This will be the third GMKtec unit I have purchased. Because of that I can heartily recommend their products and service. I had one issue with my first unit, and they took care of it quickly and answered all my questions. The unit came nicely packaged in a clean box. Everything came out easily and I have a picture of all of the components attached to this review. I followed the startup instructions and plugged everything in and turned it on, went through the startup process with windows and was on my way. One thing to consider with a minicomputer is that it doesn’t come with peripherals, specifically a monitor and keyboard and mouse. I already have a minicomputer, so I already have these. When my wife moves to the older box we will need to get replacements for her. I will buy a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse to minimize USB port use. This unit comes with 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, and the unit is expandible to 4 TB. On my other units I quickly upgraded the RAM and Storage to what this one comes with so at this time I don’t see the need to add more which is a savings in time and money. I am now a fan of disconnected peripherals, keyboard, mouse, screen, portable drives, etc. it gives me the flexibility to disconnect and move them as I see fit or carry them with me while I travel. After I got the unit up and running, I started loading software and setting it up the way I like. There were no difficulties and it seemed to load and execute the installations faster than I am used to. I did do some speed tests and I know the modem has a lot to do with speed, but I was getting 96 mbps upload and download connected to the LAN with a cable and 94 mbps upload and download using the Wi-Fi connection. Plenty fast for my needs. I hooked up a pair of older speakers that use usb power and the earphone jack and they worked fine. Shows that it is downward compatible with older equipment. I left the computer on overnight to ensure there were no problems. It went to sleep and woke up without any issues. Earlier models had an issue with this, and I wanted to make sure it wasn’t there. I played avatar on the computer monitor and it worked great no lag no hesitations beautiful color. I figured 4K would test its graphics capability and my living room TV is 4K compatible. I hooked it up to the TV using the HDMI and found some 4K sample videos to play. They worked without a hitch, no hesitation, no buffering, and beautiful color, quite stunning I should add. I might start looking for more 4K stuff to play on the TV. I Downloaded Freecad which is a 3D modeling software, again flawless. I was able to reorient the 3D picture as fast as I could, and it looked like a movie. Along those lines I used a CAD drawing program also with no issues. Decided to do some graphic manipulation for a sales project I’m working on and edited pictures and moved them around again. It worked beautifully. Lastly as a graphics / speed trial I downloaded the starcraft game and played for a while. No issues. Other software I downloaded and used: Quicken, iTunes, Sonos (we have a system in the house), DropBox, Microsoft 365, Pumble So, this computer will take me to the next level I am looking for with speed, processing power, graphics and more. I had no trouble setting it up, using it and there were no manufacturing defects or problems. Since I have 3 GMKtec units now I can wholeheartedly recommend their products, and based on the interactions I have had they stand behind their products and provide support as needed to help. They are based out of China, so email has been my communication tool of choice even though there is a delay due to the time difference, but they have been very quick and responsive to my questions as their literature says “no question to big or small”

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Performance and Resources For a Mini Computer
*by J***N on July 9, 2024*

GMKTEC K9 Mini Computer BASIC SPECS: Intel Core Ultra 5 125H up to 4.5Ghz 14 Core 18 threads. Intel Arc Graphics Meteor Lake IGPU Enhanced Graphics 32GB of DDR 5 5600 Dual channel RAM configured in 2 x 16GB laptop sized modules. (Upgradeable to 96GB) M.2 Lexmar NVMe PCIe 4.0 1Tb SSD drive with heat sink. (Upgradeable to 4Tb in two NVMe slots.) 2 x 2.5 Gigabit LAN Ports One HDMI and one Display Port video out USB 3.2 10Mbs x 4 (2 in front-2 in back) USB 4.0 Type C My set up uses a 30 inch Samsung monitor, and an HP 25 inch monitor each 1920 x 1080 60hz. I use this for business, word processing, internet and audio processing of larger files, typically Wav files 90 to 180 minutes long.(600Mb to 1500Mb) as well as VST virtual instruments and music composition. INSTALLED APPS BY ME: 1) ATTO (Disk Benchmark Utility) 2) CrystalDiskInfo9_3_1 (Disk Benchmark Utility) 3) Office 2021 Pro Plus (Excel Word Power Point etc) 4) Firefox (Web Browser) 5) Nuance PaperPort Professional.14.5.15168.1450 (Scan and Document App) 6) Thunderbird (Email Client) 7) WinRAR 6.3 x64 (File Compression and Archiving) 8) Stardock Fences (Desktop Organizer) 9) VLC (Media Player & More) 10) Adobe Audition 3 (Audio Multitrack Recording) 11) Virtualbox 7.0.18 (I use a Virtual XP 32 Bit to run archaic 16 Bit Apps) 12) 7-Zip (File Compression and Archiving) 13) Shadow Protect 3.5.0.3570 (Archaic 20 year old backup software) 14) Team Viewer (Remote View Other Computers) 15) Auto Hotkey (Script writing tool to automate functions in Windows and in other programs) 16) jv16 Power Tools (A Suite of Admin Tools for Registry, Uninstalling, File management, Performance Monitoring, and much more) 17) Canon MG600 Printer-Scanner 18) Scan Utility From Microsoft 19) Speedtest (Utility to test internet bandwidth speed) 20) Adobe Acrobat Reader 21) Coretemp (CPU Temperature Monitor Utility) 22) Macromedia Fireworks MX 2004 (Old Graphics Program) 23) Macrium Reflect (Modern Current Backup Software) 24) Easeus Partition Manager Free Version 18.5.0 25) Cubase 5.1 (Older MIDI Music composition software) UNBOXING: 5in x 5in x 2in (approx.) 120W power supply. (A little bulky but still OK...like a typical laptop power supply) Power supply seems to have adequate head room to power all my peripherals (i.e. mouse / keyboard / External Drives etc.) HDMI cable and mounting bracket included. Upgrading is easy...The top cover pries off. Then 4 screws on each corner allows removal of the chassis fan. (Be careful to note the fan has a power cable that can be inadvertently yanked.) This exposes the NVME and RAM slots. SEE Photo #1 / Photo #2 / Photo #3 BOOT TIME AFTER ALL INSTALLS: Initially, boot time from pressing power button to fully loading all processes was 19 seconds. 14 sec to desktop fully revealed. This settled into a consistent 17 seconds and 12 seconds to fully revealed desktop. See Video #1 and Photo #4 / Photo #5 BIOS: An interesting BIOS feature that I could not figure out to configure was RAM disk. The high performance of this computer and the large amount and speed of RAM would make a RAM disk likely not worth the effort for most people. Researching RAM disk issues on line shows a significant number of computer enthusiasts with this sentiment. The Power Mode parameter in BIOS on the Advanced tab has 3 settings: Quiet / Balance / Performance I chose performance. Other BIOS categories are shown in photos. See Photo #6 / Photo #7 CPU THERMAL: My CPU temperatures rarely got above 60C to 65C and on a very few occasions into the 70's. Typical idle temperatures are between 35C and 40C. Fan cooling seems to be dynamic so that fan speed ramp up as temperature rises. My chassis fan never ramped up enough for me to even hear it. I had to open the case to confirm it was spinning at a low RPM. See Photo #8 NVME DISK BENCHMARK Lexmark 1TB PCIe 4.0 : I did two benchmark tests with ATTO and CRYSTAL DISK utilities. ATTO scores were slightly lower overall but it is safe to say this drive reads at 4.8 - 5 GB/s and reads at 4.3 to 4.5 GB/sec. This is a reasonable exploit of PCIe 4.0 potential. See Photo #9 / Photo #10 PRACTICAL TESTS: To give you an idea of just how fast this computer can be: I have a 2TB NVMe drive in an enclosure as an external drive for computer backups. I use Macrium Reflect backup software. On the USB 4.0 Type C port, my Macrium Reflect backup of this computer took 1 minute and 3 sec to create a 53GB backup image. Keep in mind though that the data transfer here is from an NVMe drive to another NVMe drive on a USB 4 port. I also tried opening 15 Excel spreadsheets at once and they all loaded in less than 10 seconds. GRAPHICS: I do no gamimg so I cant say too much but the Display Port supports 4K @ 144Hz so some gaming is definitely possible. There are certainly sufficient computing resources here for gaming though. I streamed 1080p for long periods with absolutely no problems. CONCLUSION: When travelling (which I do frequently) I used to bring a copy of all desktop files with me on an external drive and then work from a laptop where I would migrate email and internet browser profiles to the laptop and then resync everything from laptop back to desktop when I got home but I can now just bring this computer with me and a small monitor. Furthermore, I used to have a desktop in my office and one in the bedroom. Now I just carry the K9 from room to room as needed since I have keyboards and monitors in both places. With the fast NVMe drive and the huge amount of fast RAM I can't find any downside to this machine. Its performance rivals any desktop that I've ever used and it's portability means that I can pack it up and bring it with me anywhere. There are enough USB Ports to cover peripherals like printers, portable optical drives, hard drive docks etc. It is a completely adequate full desktop replacement..... a mini power house. Whether it is audio or video editing, music composition and multitracking, VST instruments, a gazillion internet tabs opened at once, there are adequate resources to do anything I can think of. I can't think of a downside to this computer with regard to performance. You may need USB extenders to provide clearance when using many peripherals because it can get a little crowded with some ports configured close together but it isn't any worse than what you would find in a laptop. This machine shows an impressive performance for a computer of any size. I am very happy with it and do not regret this purchase.

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