GoKawiilGMKtec’s mini PC mixes quiet, efficient CPU performance with Intel's B390 integrated graphics and 64GB of fast DDR5. But the current price is nearly $2,000, and the Evo-T2 chassis is bulkier and less premium than competitors at this level.
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Intel's Panther Lake processors have brought powerful graphics and efficient performance to laptops. Now, mini PC companies are packing them into small desktops. With the Evo-T2 GMKtec stretches the form factor by fitting it in a spacious - for mini PCs - twin fan chassis, and equipping one of the most capable of Intel’s 18A (laptop) processors with 64GB of fast DDR5. While GMKtec calls it an AI system in its marketing, the Arc B390 iGPU and OCuLink port mean that the potential gaming capabilities are one of the big focuses for this quiet, compact, and expensive device.
Design of the GMKtec Evo-T2
The GMKtec Evo-T2 is small, of course, but is rather more portly than the typical NUC, measuring in at 6.06 × 5.94 × 2.90 inches (1.72 liters). For context, a ‘standard’ NUC like the Asus NUC 14 Essential measures 5.31 x 4.53 x 1.42 inches (0.56 liters). Its functional plastic shell is lent extra style and strength thanks to a 2 mm-thick gold-colored anodized metal shell that wraps around three sides.
I had no issues with the form or construction of the Evo-T2. I like that it has rubber feet for both horizontal and vertical orientations. There’s even a VESA mounting plate in the box, so you can attach it to the back of a monitor. If you put it behind something, it may be tricky to reach the power switch, ports, and fan-mode switch button, though.
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GMKtec Evo-T2 specifications
Swipe to scroll horizontally Processor Intel Core Ultra X7 358H Graphics Intel Arc B390 RAM 64GB LPDDR5X-8533 dual-channel (onboard, non-upgradeable) Storage 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2280, user-replaceable), spare M.2 2280 slot Front Ports USB4 Type-C (PD 3.0 / DP 4K@60Hz / 40 Gbps), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, USB 2.0 Type-A, and a 3.5mm audio combo jack Rear Ports USB4 Type-C (PD 3.0, 100W Input / DP 4K@60Hz / 40Gbps), 2x USB 2.0 Type-A, HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, OCuLink, 10G Ethernet, 2.5G Ethernet, DC-in 19V ⎓ 7.8A, headphone jack Wireless Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 (M.2 2230 module) Dimensions 6.06 × 5.94 × 2.90 inches (154 x 151 x 73.6 mm) / 2.07 pounds (937g) OS Windows 11 Pro Price as configured MSRP $1,959 (64GB RAM + 1TB SSD)
Ports and Upgradeability
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