Rating: 8.5. The Geekom A9 Max is a compelling mini PC, featuring AMD’s powerful Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor and the Radeon 890M integrated graphics. Paired with 32GB of DDR5 RAM and 2TB of NVMe storage, all packed into a compact metal chassis under 1L in size, it looks impressive on paper. But how does it perform in everyday use, and could it genuinely serve as a desktop replacement? Let’s dive in and see…

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction
00:52 Price and key specifications
01:52 Build quality and initial impressions
02:25 Port selection and connectivity
03:37 Opening the unit & upgrade potential
04:46 CPU performance and power profiles
06:06 Overall system responsiveness
06:29 AI benchmarks and iGPU VRAM allocation tests
07:59 Gaming test configuration
08:28 Counter Strike 2 gameplay results
09:02 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 performance
09:29 Cyberpunk 2077 benchmark
09:58 F1 25 frame rate analysis
10:31 Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 test
10:53 Marvel Rivals gaming experience
11:18 Thermal performance and fan noise
12:29 Final verdict

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 135 mm × 132 mm × 46.9 mm
• Processor: AMD Ryzen? AI 9 HX 370
• TDP: 54W
• Graphics: AMD Radeon? 890M
• RAM: Dual-channel DDR5 262PIN 5600MHz
• Max RAM Support: Up to 128GB
• Audio: HDA CODEC
• Storage Options:
  • 1 × M.2 2280 NVMe SSD (Gen 4 ×4)
  • 1 × M.2 2230 NVMe SSD slot (Gen 4 ×4)
• Ports:
  • 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (rear)
  • 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A (rear)
  • 3 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (front)
  • 1 × Always-On USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (front)
  • 1 × USB 4.0 Type-C DP-Alt / PD (rear)
  • 1 × USB 4.0 Type-C DP-Alt (rear)
  • 1 × 3.5mm front headphone/mic combo jack
  • 2 × RJ45 Ethernet ports (rear)
  • 2 × HDMI 2.1 FRL (rear)
  • 1 × DC power input (rear)
  • 1 × Power button
  • 1 × Kensington Lock
  • 1 × SD 4.0 card reader
• Networking: Dual 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps Ethernet
• Ethernet LEDs: Off = 10/100 Mbps | Orange = 1000 Mbps | Green = 2500 Mbps
• Wireless: M.2 slot for Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.4
• Security: Kensington Lock compatible
• TPM: DTPM 2.0 support
• Battery: RTC coin cell
• Power Adapter: 19V / 120W (IEC C5 connector, region-specific cable)
• PCB Size: 127.6 × 127.2 × 1.6 mm
• Certifications: CE, FCC, CB, CCC, SRRC, RoHS
• OS: Windows 11 24H2 (64-bit)
• OS Features: Modern Standby supported
• Included Accessory: VESA Mount (121.8 mm × 116.5 mm × 1.0 mm)

Priced at ￡999 on both Geekom’s official site and Amazon, the A9 Max also comes with an exclusive 6% discount code (A9MAXKT6) for purchases through Geekom's store. Please note this is not an affiliate link, and we receive no commission from any sales.

Advantages

• Sleek, all-metal design with a tiny 0.8L footprint.
• Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 delivers excellent multi-core and single-core performance.
• Radeon 890M handles 1080p gaming at low-to-medium settings surprisingly well.
• Additional M.2 2230 slot for extra storage expansion.
• Supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory.
• Rich array of ports including dual 2.5GbE and USB4.
• BIOS enables manual iGPU memory allocation—configurable up to 24GB.
• Efficient thermal management even under load.

Drawbacks

• No front-facing USB-C or OcuLink support.
• High fan noise in Performance mode (Normal mode remains quiet).
• Reattaching Wi-Fi antennas during reassembly is awkward.
• Premium price reflects its compact size and high-end components.

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