GMK's upgraded EVO-T2 mini PC features Intel's Panther Lake processor, delivering up to 50% graphics gains, PCIe 5.0 storage, and soldered high-speed memory.
The GMK EVO-T2 mini PC represents a significant upgrade over its predecessor, packing Intel's upcoming Core Ultra X9 388H Panther Lake processor. This powerhouse chip enables notable performance improvements, including up to 50% faster graphics and 10% better single-core CPU speeds compared to last year's EVO-T1 model. Most impressively, AI performance nearly doubles to 180 TOPS (from 99 TOPS), positioning this compact machine for demanding AI workloads.
Key specifications include:
- Memory: Up to 128GB of soldered LPDDR5x-9600 RAM (faster and more power-efficient than DDR5, but non-upgradeable)
- Storage: Dual M.2 slots supporting PCIe 5.0 SSDs (upgrade from PCIe 4.0 in EVO-T1)
- Networking: Hybrid dual LAN with one 10GbE and one 2.5GbE port
- Connectivity: Thunderbolt 4 and OCuLink ports with support for up to four displays
While the soldered memory improves efficiency, it eliminates user upgrades—a trade-off from the previous model's SODIMM slots. The EVO-T2 maintains a similar industrial design but enhances thermal solutions to handle the new chip's power demands.
GMK plans to launch the EVO-T2 in Q1 2026, with pricing announced closer to release. Given the EVO-T1's $820 starting price for barebones units, expect premium pricing for this performance-oriented mini PC. The combination of Panther Lake silicon, bleeding-edge memory, and PCIe 5.0 support makes this one of the most technically advanced mini PCs on the horizon for developers and power users needing desktop-level performance in a compact form.
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