GMKtec K10

The GMKtec K10 runs a 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900HK, a 14-core, 20-thread chip that reaches 5.4GHz. That places it closer to a workstation than to a casual desktop replacement. It ships with 32GB of DDR5 and three M.2 NVMe slots, which makes it appealing to content creators, developers, and other people who work with large files. Prices start around $600, and the footprint is small enough to mount behind a monitor.

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GMKtec K10 Comparison Chart

	GMKtec K10	GMKtec K10
Price	List Price: $599.99 Amazon Prices: Check Price on Amazon	List Price: $659.99 Amazon Prices: Check Price on Amazon
Version	---	---
Performance Rating	5.7	5.7
Operating System	Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Processor	Fourteen-core 2.60 Ghz (max 5.40 Ghz) Intel Core i9-13900HK	Fourteen-core 2.60 Ghz (max 5.40 Ghz) Intel Core i9-13900HK
GPU	Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics	Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics
RAM	32 GB DDR5	32 GB DDR5
Internal Storage	1 TB	2 TB
Dimensions width x length x thickness	7.42 x 7.01 x 1.53 inches (188.47 x 178.05 x 38.86 mm)	7.42 x 7.01 x 1.53 inches (188.47 x 178.05 x 38.86 mm)
Weight	2.35 lbs (1.07 kg)	2.35 lbs (1.07 kg)
WiFi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.2	Bluetooth 5.2
Ethernet	1 Ethernet port at 2.5 Gbps	1 Ethernet port at 2.5 Gbps
HDMI	2 Full-Size HDMI Ports	2 Full-Size HDMI Ports
DisplayPort	1 DisplayPort (1.4 (8K @ 60Hz))	1 DisplayPort (1.4 (8K @ 60Hz))
VGA	No VGA Ports	No VGA Ports
USB Ports	4 USB 2.0, 4 USB 3, 1 USB-C USB-C supports DP Alt Mode (no PD)	4 USB 2.0, 4 USB 3, 1 USB-C USB-C supports DP Alt Mode (no PD)
Thunderbolt Ports	No	No
OCuLink	No	No
Internal SATA Ports	No SATA ports	No SATA ports
Card Reader	No Card Reader	No Card Reader
Headphone Jack	3.5mm combo	3.5mm combo
Fanless	No	No
VESA Mount	Yes	Yes
In the Box	--	--
Expandability	--	--

Three M.2 slots and a COM port in a 7.4-inch shell

A metal chassis wraps the whole machine at 188.6 x 178 x 38.9mm (roughly 7.4 x 7 x 1.5 inches) and just over a kilogram, and the bundled VESA bracket mounts it behind a monitor. The front panel carries USB ports and the audio jack for easy access; the rear hosts dual HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4 capable of 8K output, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, and the external WiFi antenna connections. The COM port on the back handles serial equipment for industrial and embedded work, which would otherwise need a USB adapter.

The Intel Core i9-13900HK carries a PassMark CPU Mark around 27,000. ETA PRIME’s testing covered video editing in DaVinci Resolve and audio latency. Cooling comes from dual fans in a turbofan layout, measured at around 30dB at idle and climbing to 39 to 43dB under sustained load. The SSD can reach 79C during extended operations, because GMKtec did not fit a thermal pad on the drive slot.

WiFi 6 comes from an Intel AX201 module with external antennas, and the 2.5G Ethernet port carries network-intensive tasks. Two of the three M.2 slots run at PCIe Gen 4 x4 and the third at Gen 3 x3, which theoretically allows up to 24TB of NVMe storage. The dual-channel DDR5 memory runs at 5200MHz and can go to 96GB, though the 32GB it ships with should satisfy most workloads. Windows 11 arrives as a clean installation, free of bloatware.

Reviewer Insights

ETA PRIME on where the Iris Xe graphics run out

In ETA PRIME’s run, the Core i9-13900HK delivered on the CPU side while the Iris Xe integrated graphics showed their limitations in demanding games: “Still a good performer on the CPU side, but the Iris XE integrated graphics, not so much.” The benchmarks demonstrated strong Cinebench and Geekbench scores, placing the K10 solidly in workstation territory. He also ran audio-latency and video-editing tests, and he concluded that the K10 represents “a pretty impressive mini PC” for users focused on CPU-intensive tasks rather than gaming.

Last Rax rates it a fit for home labs and media centers

The tool-less access panel was the first thing Last Rax covered, commenting that “the top cover is also really easy to remove with a single thumb screw securing it.” Thermal testing in the same video showed the system maintaining reasonable temperatures with measured fan noise at 30dB idle and 39dB under full load, and the clean Windows installation and the I/O got a mention as selling points. The final assessment praised the K10 as “good value if you’re looking for a powerful, quiet, and compact system” that would fit well in a home lab or serve as a capable media center.

TechRadar rated it 4.25 out of 5 for workplace use

TechRadar’s Alastair Jennings scored it 4.25 out of 5 and noted that “as a powerful workplace mini PC, there’s a lot to like about the GMKtec NucBox K10,” highlighting its suitability for office tasks and multimedia work. The review praised the tool-less upgradability, quiet operation, and extensive storage expansion options while acknowledging limitations like the lack of USB-C Power Delivery and the weaker integrated graphics.

Customer Reviews

Across 427 ratings on Amazon, the GMKtec K10 averages 4.5 stars, with 81% of buyers leaving five stars and a smaller tail of roughly 9% sitting at one or two stars. The strongest praise comes from owners running the Core i9-13900HK configuration for everyday and light creative work. Vince, a verified buyer, wrote that his “new GMK Core i9-13900HK (NucBox_K10) has put a smile on my face,” noting it replaced an aging machine for “research, email, entertainment, surfing, and some gaming” and came preloaded with Windows 11 Pro.

The complaints are about after-sale support rather than the hardware. Erin T., a verified buyer who bought the i9 32GB/1TB model, summed it up bluntly in a four-star review titled “I9, 32/1TB, Sweet PC, Performs well. Support is non-existent.” She wrote that the “Device works exceptionally well, support is non-existent,” describing a failed attempt to swap the NVMe drive because “their website instructions and files didn’t work” and the support line went unanswered. Read more owner reviews on Amazon.

A quiet i9 desktop for CPU-bound work

Content creation, software development, home lab experimentation, and general productivity all sit inside what the Core i9-13900HK can handle. The COM port and the headroom for 96GB of memory suit professional and enthusiast setups that need serial hardware or large in-memory workloads, and the storage expansion covers the rest.

The Iris Xe graphics cannot handle modern AAA titles, and the lack of USB4, Oculink, or Thunderbolt means there is no path to adding external graphics acceleration later. Buyers who want workstation-class CPU performance and gaming capability should consider the GMKtec K12, which offers an OCuLink port for external GPU connectivity. For CPU performance and quiet operation in the $600-700 price range, this one earns its keep. Starry Hope’s Mini PC Comparison Chart lines it up against other models.

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