The GMK NucBox K8 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS CPU and two DDR5-5600 SODIMM memory slots, dual M.2 2280 slots for high-speed PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs, and excellent connectivity options, including USB4, HDMI, DisplayPort, and dual 2.5Gb Ethernet ports.
While it was initially available in China, it is now available in the US market, with the base model starting at $500. For those needing more power, a configured version with 32GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage is available for $650.
With dimensions of 129 x 127 x 48mm (5.1" x 5" x 1.9"), the NucBox K8 incorporates an effective dual-fan cooling system. GMK has designed it to support the Ryzen 7 8845HS processor operating at up to 65 watts, higher than its standard 54-watt configuration in similar devices, ensuring peak performance without overheating.
This device stands out with its AMD Ryzen 8040 series processor, featuring Zen 4 CPU cores, RDNA 3 integrated graphics, and a cutting-edge Ryzen AI neural processing unit. It's a powerhouse with 8 cores, 16 threads, capable of reaching CPU speeds of up to 5.1 GHz, a 12-core GPU maxing out at 2.7 GHz, and a 16 TOPS capability for the NPU. Operating at a 65-watt TDP allows the NucBox K8 to maintain its maximum performance for extended periods, thus providing enhanced sustained output.
It includes powerful connectivity options with the AMD RZ616 wireless card supporting WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Note the following ports:
- 1 x USB4 (with DisplayPort Alt Mode and 100W USB power delivery)
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
- 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A
- 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
- 1 x HDMI 2.0
- 2 x 2.5 Gbps Ethernet
- 1 x 3.5mm audio jack
The GMK NucBox K8 can be purchased in various memory and storage options directly from GMK's website or through Amazon.
https://www.gmktec.com/products/amd-ryzen-7-8845hs-mini-pc-nucbox-k8
