GMKtec's 0.6-liter NucBox K13 mini PC features Intel's Core Ultra 7 256V processor with Arc 140V graphics, dual USB4 ports, and up to 16TB SSD storage, targeting compact productivity users at a $675 starting price.
GMKtec has introduced the NucBox K13 mini PC, featuring Intel's upcoming Lunar Lake architecture in a compact 0.6-liter chassis. The system centers around the Core Ultra 7 256V processor, an 8-core chip with four Lion Cove performance cores and four Skymont efficiency cores. This configuration delivers multithreaded performance comparable to Apple's M2 silicon, though the three-year gap in release timelines means users shouldn't expect class-leading speeds.
The device comes with 16GB of soldered LPDDR5X-8533 memory, making future upgrades impossible—a significant limitation for power users. Storage options scale remarkably to 16TB via dual SSD slots, accommodating massive local data needs. Graphics handling falls to Intel's Arc 140V integrated GPU with 8 Xe-cores, positioned between AMD's Radeon 780M and 890M in performance capabilities. While sufficient for productivity tasks and light gaming, demanding 3D workloads will require external GPU solutions via the dual USB4 ports (40Gbps bandwidth).
Connectivity includes HDMI 2.1 output, though GMKtec hasn't confirmed whether the K13 includes the OCuLink port found in its AMD-powered K12 predecessor. This omission could limit high-speed eGPU expansion options favored by creative professionals.
Pricing starts at $675 (4,699 Yuan) for the 512GB model, climbing to $718 (4,999 Yuan) for 1TB storage when sales begin in China on February 5. Global availability remains unconfirmed. These figures position the K13 notably higher than GMKtec's own Ryzen 7 8845HS-powered K12, currently available at $599 with 32GB RAM and OCuLink support on Amazon.
For buyers considering the K13:
- Pros: Compact Lunar Lake platform, exceptional storage expandability, modern USB4 connectivity
- Cons: Non-upgradeable RAM, premium pricing versus AMD alternatives, uncertain global availability
The NucBox K13 appears targeted at users prioritizing extreme storage density in a tiny footprint, accepting trade-offs in graphics performance and upgrade limitations. Those needing balanced performance may find better value in GMKtec's existing Ryzen models or competing Intel NUC alternatives with Thunderbolt 4 support.
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