The GMK NucBox K1 and GMK NucBox K2 are the latest Mini PCs that have appeared in the quite rich GMKtec portfolio. Although both models look identical are powered by different AMD Ryzen 7 chips. Ryzen 7 6800H processor powers NucBox K1 Mini PC. In contrast, NucBox K2 Mini PC is powered by Ryzen 7 7735HS processor. New GMKtec’s Ryzen 7 Mini PC offers up to 64GB RAM, WiFi 6, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and supports a 4K triple display. When it comes to prices, they start at $409 (NucBox K1 in the barebone variant, price with coupon) and up.
Availability and price
Both models GMK NucBox K1 and GMK NucBox K2 pre-order now. Below you will find all prices for individual variants. Both mini PCs are available in the barebones version, i.e. without RAM and SSD storage. Versions equipped with storage come with pre-installed Windows 11 Pro. GMKtec has prepared discount coupons for the new Ryzen 7 Mini PCs. $50 OFF (coupon: $50OFFK2) for NucBox K2 and $90 OFF (coupon: $90OFFK1) for NucBox K1 Mini PC. By the way, shipment starts at end of April. Below prices after applying the appropriate coupon.
- GMK NucBox K1
- GMK NucBox K2
We’ll let you know when the Mini PCs arrive on Amazon.
Also Read: GMK NucBox G1 is another Alder Lake N95 Mini PC
GMK NucBox K1 and GMK NucBox K2 Overview Features
GMKtec offers two compact desktop computers that are sized at 4.8″ x 4.4″ x 1.7″ and are compatible with a maximum of 64GB DDR5-4800 RAM and up to 2TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD storage. As we mentioned, both models are powered by AMD Ryzen 7 processors.
The GMK NucBox K1 mini PC runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H Mobile Processor with AMD Radeon Graphics, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads, a 6nm manufacturing process, FP7 package, a base clock speed of 3.2GHz, and a maximum clock speed of 4.7GHz. It also has a 4 MB L2 Cache, 16 MB L3 Cache, and a TDP of 45W based on the AMD “Zen 3” Core Architecture. Additionally, it comes equipped with an AMD Radeon 680M graphics card with 12 graphics core count and a graphics frequency of 2200MHz.
Whereas, the GMK NucBox K2 Mini PC is fueled by the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads, a 6nm FP7 package, and a clock speed of 3.2GHz with a maximum clock speed of 4.75GHz. It is equipped with a 4 MB L2 Cache, 16 MB L3 Cache, and has a TDP that ranges from 35W to 54W. The mini PC also boasts an AMD Radeon™ 680M graphics card with 12 graphics core count and a graphics frequency of 2200MHz. By the way, the same processor will also be found in Minisforum UM773 SE or Beelink SER6 Pro.
Both models support 802.11ax WiFi 6 (RZ608), 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
GMKtec has stated that their latest Ryzen 7 Mini PCs not only come with Windows 11 Pro (for SSD versions), but also have compatibility with various Linux distributions. By the way, recently, the NucBox K3 Mini PC also appeared. For further information, please refer to the manufacturer’s website.