Key Takeaways
1. The GTBox T1 mini-PC resembles an Apple HomePod and is marketed under names like Soayan EXR1 and Chatreey EX1.
2. It features a Ryzen 7 8745HS APU with 8 Zen 4 cores, operating at 4.9 GHz, and has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 W.
3. The device includes built-in stereo speakers, making it suitable for video conferences, and is equipped with AMD’s Radeon 780M iGPU for gaming at 1080p.
4. It offers connectivity options like USB 4, Ethernet, DisplayPort 2.0, and HDMI 2.1, with multiple USB Type-A ports.
5. The GTBox T1 comes with 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and 1 TB of storage for $549.99, with a warning that disassembly is destructive.
Last week, information surfaced about a new mini-PC that resembles an Apple HomePod (currently priced at $339 on Amazon) more than a typical mini-PC. As we previously mentioned, this device is marketed under different names on AliExpress, such as Soayan EXR1 or Chatreey EX1. Now, GTBox has joined the ranks as a global distributor, introducing the GTBox T1.
Similarities with Other Models
Available through MiniXPC or directly from GTBox, the GTBox T1 seems to be a direct replica of the Soayan EXR1 or the Chatreey EX1. This means that the GTBox T1 comes equipped with built-in stereo speakers, ideal for video conferences. Moreover, the mini-PC is powered by a Ryzen 7 8745HS APU from AMD’s Hawk Point series. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process and boasts 8 Zen 4 cores operating at a speed of 4.9 GHz. The Ryzen 7 8745HS also has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 W, similar to the more powerful Ryzen 7 8845HS we reviewed in the Geekom A8 Max mini-PC and several laptops.
Graphics Capabilities
Due to this, the GTBox T1 is equipped with AMD’s Radeon 780M iGPU, which should be capable of running many AAA games at 1080p with low graphics settings. Alternatively, users can enhance their graphics performance by connecting an eGPU through its USB 4 port. As depicted in the image below, the GTBox T1 is fitted with Ethernet, DisplayPort 2.0, HDMI 2.1, and several USB Type-A ports located on the back panel of the device.
Memory and Storage Details
Additionally, this mini-PC comes with SODIMM DDR5 RAM and an M.2 SSD. Unfortunately, GTBox has cautioned that taking apart its mini-PC, which measures 167 x 112 mm, is a destructive endeavor. Presently, the GTBox T1 can be found on GTBox’s website with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage for $549.99, which includes a $50 introductory discount. Alternatively, Minixpc is offering the same configuration for $599.99.
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