GMKtec recently released another NucBox Mini PC from the “K” series. More specifically, the GMK NucBox K3. Previous models NucBox K1 and NucBox K2 are powered by AMD Ryzen 7 chips, while NucBox K3 Mini PC is powers Intel Core i7-1260P (12 cores) Alder Lake processor. Besides, the new GMKtec’s NucBox K3 has the same features as its predecessors. It offers up to 64GB RAM, WiFi 6, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and supports a 4K triple display. GMKtec NucBox K3 sells for $479 (barebone version with discount coupon) and up.
Availability and price
The new GMKtec’s i7-1260P Alder Lake Mini PC can be found on the official website for $479 and up. The starting price is for the barebone version (without RAM, SSD storage, and preinstalled OS ). In addition, GMKtec has prepared discount coupons worth $100 and up. So when you buy, don’t forget to add it and save a lot of money. Below are the prices after using the discount coupon depending on the selected version/configuration.
- $479 for GMK NucBox K3 barebone version (after coupon K30-$120)
- $594 for 16GB DDR4 3200 and 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 M.2 2280 (after coupon K316-$145)
- $639 for 32GB DDR4 3200 and 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 M.2 2280 (after coupon K3512-$160)
In addition, NucBox K3 Mini PC is offered in GMKtec’s store on Aliexpress. With a $30 OFF coupon (SJKKZZX9YSW1) you can purchase the GMKteck K3 16GB/1TB Mini PC for around $619.
The Device is shipped with a VESA bracket and screws package, Power adapter, User manual, and Warranty card.
GMK NucBox K3 Alder Lake Mini PC Overview Features
When it comes to design, the K3 is no different from the NucBox K2 and NucBox K1. It’s still a compact mini desktop PC that you can take anywhere. The main difference is the processor used, which we could previously find in the GEEKOM Mini IT12 Mini PC. We mean the aforementioned Intel Core i7-1260P processor. i7-1260P is a mobile processor from the Alder Lake series that offers 12 Cores /16 Threads, max Turbo Frequency 4.7 GHz,18 MB Intel Smart Cache, and Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible,96EU.
Besides, NucBox K3 supports dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 64GB and has an M.2 2280 PCIe4.0 up to 2TB. The device supports 802.11ax WiFi 6 (Intel AX201), Bluetooth 5.2, and 2.5G Ethernet. In addition, Mini PCs allow for a 4K triple display via 2x HDMI 2.0 and USB-Type C/ USB4. Besides, the Mini PCs have active cooling, and support VESA mounting through the included bracket. The I/O ports of the Mini PC are as follows:
- 2 x HDMI 2.0 ports
- USB4 port (up to 40Gbps, supports USB PD+DP1.4 function)
- 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports
- USB 2.0 port
- 2.5 GbE Ethernet port
- 3.5mm audio jack
- DC jack (19V/3.42A)
It is worth noting that NucBox K3 versions equipped with storage come with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed. According to GMKtec, Mini PCs also work with Ubuntu and other Linux distributions. More details on the product page.
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