Today we are talking about the mini PC in the store that has the AMD 8000 series, the GMKtec K8 is a powerful mini PC that leaves no one indifferent. you may also like GMKtec K5 Mini PC
GMKtec K8 Mini PC
Inside this computer we find the new eight-core AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS chip and integrates a dedicated AI processor with 38 power caps. As for its gaming hardware, we have the Radeon 780M GPU with the new RDNA3 architecture that we have already seen in some reviews.
In addition, we have DDR5 5600 MHz memory, network connectivity with Wifi 6E, full USB4 ports and two 2.5G Ethernet ports. A good set if we are looking for high capacity for any app. As we can see, this mini PC from GMKtec offers us an attractive package of specifications for its price and does not take up anything on our desk.
Specification of GMKtec K8
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen R7 8845HS Octa Core |
| Threads | 16 |
| Processor Speed | Up to 5.1 GHz |
| AI Processor | Integrated NPU with 38 TOPS |
| GPU | Radeon 780M iGPU (12-core) |
| GPU Architecture | RDNA3 |
| Memory (RAM) | Up to 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz |
| Storage (SSD) | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe x4, up to 8 TB |
| Additional Storage | Internal 2.5″ SATA storage drive can be added |
| Networking | Wifi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, 2x RJ45 2.5G Ethernet ports |
| USB Ports | 3x USB 3.2-A, 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB4 Type-C, with data, power, and DisplayPort 1.4 output |
| Audio | 3.5mm audio jack |
| Video Outputs | HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, supporting up to 4K@144Hz |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Power Supply | Small external transformer |
| Mounting Option | VESA plate included for anchoring behind monitors or TVs |
| Price (Barebone Version) | Starting at $549 on AliExpress (shipping included with the store’s discount) |
This GMKtec K8 computer integrates an AMD Ryzen R7 8845HS octa core processor with sixteen threads, speeds of up to 5.1 GHz and an NPU of up to 38 TOPS for AI.
It has a powerful 12-core Radeon 780M iGPU that reaches a speed of 2.7 GHz. A processor built in 4 nm with Zen 4/4c technology. With which we can migrate any demanding design application or perform computationally demanding tasks that require maximum performance.
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For RAM we have variants of up to 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz and an M.2 2280 NVMe Pcie x4 SSD that reaches up to 8 TB. Inside this small box we can also mount another 2.5″ SATA internal storage unit. It can be purchased in a basic format without RAM or disk.
Connectivity and Other Features
For network connectivity our Wifi 6E has a good combination with Bluetooth 5.2 and two RJ45 2.5G network ports. As for interfaces, we see 3 USB 3.2-A ports on the perimeter of the box, a USB 2.0, 3.5 mm audio jack and HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 video output up to 4K@144Hz. We have an additional USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 data, power and video outputs.
This new GMKtec K8 computer comes with a small external transformer, a VESA plate is included to anchor it to the back of any monitor or television, and the operating system is Windows 11 Pro.
Price and availability
The GMKtec K8 mini PC can be purchased on AliExpress from $549 for the basic version with shipping using store discounts.
