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  • GMK AMD Mini PC with 128GB RAM Unveiled

    GMK AMD Mini PC with 128GB RAM Unveiled

    Key Takeaway

    – Global launch set for June 29, 2026, with early access registration on June 22 unlocking a $20 discount.
    – Core specs include the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 CPU, with a Ryzen AI Max+ 495 variant planned for later in 2026.
    – Features an OCuLink Gen 4 port (missing on EVO-X2) plus a 40Gbps USB4 port for expansion.
    – Radeon 8060S iGPU delivers RTX 4070 Laptop-level performance, reducing need for an eGPU.
    – Supports up to 128GB RAM, 16TB PCIe 4.0 storage, WiFi 7, and a triple-fan system for 140W peak performance.


    GMKtec Confirms Global Launch Date for EVO-X3 Mini PC

    The GMKtec EVO-X3 was teased in China not so long ago, and now the company has officaly confirmed that the mini PC will be introduced to the global market. Specifically, the launch is set for June 29, 2026, and those who are interested can sighn up for an “early access registration” starting on June 22, 2026. This registration will unlock a $20 discount on the purchase.

    Pricing and Core Specifications Revealed

    The company did not share the retail price of the mini PC yet, but it has confirmed many of the core specs. At launch, the GMK EVO-X3 will be availible with the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, but they plan to add a Ryzen AI Max+ 495 configuration later on in 2026. For reference, the GMKtec EVO-X2 is also powered by the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, so the EVO-X3 would stand as a slight refresh at launch.

    Key Connectivity and Performance Details

    Of course, it brings one OCuLink Gen 4 port, which is missing on the EVO-X2, but it’s worth noting that the Radeon 8060S iGPU of the mini PC can deliver RTX 4070 Laptop-level performance. So, an eGPU might not be necessary for most people. Even so, it’s still good to see the OCuLink port, as it will enable easy PCIe expansion. The EVO-X3 also has a 40Gbps USB4 port, but it would’ve been better to see a USB4 v2 port as well.

    Display Output, Cooling, and Other Highlights

    There’s support for dual-display output through the USB4 and HDMI 2.1 ports, and GMKtec highlights that the triple-fan setup of the mini PC will enable the AMD APU inside to deliver up to 140W of peak performance. Other highlights include WiFi 7, a sleek chassis, and support for up to 128GB of RAM and 16TB of PCIe 4.0 storage (2TB Samsung 990 Pro curr. $369.99).


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