The First Ryzen 7 8845HS Mini PC! GMKTec Nucbox K8 Review

00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Unboxing
01:39 - Build and design
04:06 - Upgrades possible
05:31 - Bios and interesting settings
07:12 - Benchmarks, windows, and 8845HS rebrand
10:47 - 4k video decoding
11:49 - Gaming tests
15:33 - 4k120, USB 4.0, thermals and fan noise sample
17:46 - Final thoughts with Pros and Cons
18:32 - Why I will be reviewing fewer Mini PCs

[Techtablets]

K8 barebone version:
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Code discount: $190
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Final price: $499.99, $20 extra discount if your exclusive code is applied.


K8 32GB+1TB version:
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Code discount: $200
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K8 32GB+2TB version:
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Code discount: $200
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K8 32GB+1TB
List price: $849.99
On-page Coupon: $200
Final price: $649.99

K8 32GB+2TB
List price: $899.99
On-page Coupon: $200
Final price: $699.99

[ymeshulin]

Kudos for not tagging along with those 'other' review channels that are just shills for these manufacturers. 'This is all you will ever need' reviews every day not only look lame, but beg a question of who's actually watching them. Clearly not those who are after proper reviews.

Amazing job, Chris! A long-time subscriber here, as you have proved your integrity many times over.

[DJCJ]

... The reviews we need that manufacturers don't want us to hear!.. nice one mate.

[jasonc]

I think those companies are doing themselves a disservice. Im more unlikely to get a product if everything's too perfect. I watch videos for a real review, not a "everything's good" review. Keep up the good work chris.

[craigosullivan]

Absolutely love your videos. They are so good and thorough.

[cbmamiga]

NPU was available in previous gen too. At least 7800/7900 has it. However I was never able to find any demo proving it works better than GPU/CPU based. Unfortunately Win11 has no special tab for NPU like in case of Intel. But HWINFO has some info about NPU in Ryzen.

[Frici]

The GMKtec K8 NucBox is a great value item at a low price. Shipping was surprisingly fast. Customer service was quick and helpful.

[DreQueary]

No product is perfect, so I really appreciate you being honest with the pros AND cons in your reviews.

[Suryasis]

@Chris, love the review as always. Just one correction about the NPU, they did not add a NPU, just increased the performance of it in this revision, from 10 TOPS to 16 TOPS and total of 39 TOPS using CPU+GPU+NPU. The normal Zen 4 7040HS/U series has the NPU all the time, using AMD XDNA architecture. AMD just did not make much fuss about it, unlike Intel with its Meteor lake.

[astralpowers]

I already have a 7840u, and I'll hold off getting a new device until Strix point or Strix halo comes out.

[covid_is_lie]

chris reviews are better than ETA prime

[Xfade]

Downside for me of gmktec is the lack of more usb-c ports.

[catman]

Your reviews are great....most other reviewers just seem to parrot the spec sheets...

[eddievet]

As always...an honest review without BS

[metalmanofwar]

You could go further with the disassembly after you do the tests.

[leedaq]

i really wish they allow 120mm fan for cooling so we can change it if needed

[marcopn]

Rebranded or not. It's amazing value for the money still, and now a NPU in addition. Nothing bad about it

[Ntigen]

AS recent leak
Windows 11 24h2 version has upscaling resolution.
But NPU required.
So this pc can match next update requirment.

[AWEG-qubz]

Isnt very good using recycled plastic bottles for this?
Think that would be a good idea.

[c.m.]

@Chris, in your opinion for 2024 what is the best top of the line Mini PC at the moment? I have an old 10th gen Intel NUC I am wanting to upgrade. I do like the dual NIC's. I have been looking at the Minisforum, GMKtec and Geekom any other brands to consider?