The GMKtec NucBox M8 is a mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H processor, up to 16 GB of RAM and Windows 11 Pro. The closest Thinvent match is the Thinvent Treo Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 5 7430U or 7530U. Both are AMD Ryzen 5 mini PCs with 6 cores, Wi-Fi and Windows 11 Pro, and the Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM.
GMKtec NucBox M8 vs Thinvent Treo Mini PC
| GMKtec NucBox M8 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Ryzen 5 7430U) | Thinvent Treo Mini PC (Ryzen 5 7530U) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U |
| Cores/Threads | 6 cores / 12 threads | 6 cores | 6 cores |
| RAM | Up to 16 GB | Up to 64 GB | Up to 64 GB |
| Storage | Up to 16 TB (M.2 slots) | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without OS) | Windows 11 Pro (also Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without OS) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), or No WiFi variant | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), or No WiFi variant |
| Ethernet | 2 x 2.5GbE | 1 x 1000 Mbps | 1 x 1000 Mbps |
| Displays | Up to 3 | HDMI and VGA | HDMI and VGA |
| Dimensions | 107 × 111 × 63 mm | 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm | 199.5 × 181.5 × 29.5 mm |
Key differences
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Memory: The Thinvent Treo supports up to 64 GB of RAM. The GMKtec NucBox M8 supports up to 16 GB.
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Operating system choice: Each Thinvent Treo can be ordered with Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux, Thinux Embedded Linux, DOS, or without an OS.
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Ethernet: The GMKtec NucBox M8 has two 2.5GbE ports. The Thinvent Treo has one 1000 Mbps Ethernet port.
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Display outputs: The GMKtec NucBox M8 can drive up to 3 displays. The Thinvent Treo has HDMI and VGA outputs.
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Storage expansion: The GMKtec NucBox M8 has two M.2 slots for SSD storage. The Thinvent Treo has a 2 TB SSD and no listed second drive slot.
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Size: The GMKtec NucBox M8 is a compact 0.75 L unit. The Thinvent Treo is larger, with a VESA mount for wall or monitor mounting.
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Processor: The GMKtec NucBox M8 uses the Ryzen 5 PRO 6650H, which has a higher maximum clock of 4.5 GHz. The Thinvent Treo's Ryzen 5 7530U also reaches 4.5 GHz, and the 7430U reaches 4.3 GHz.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the GMKtec NucBox M8 if you need a compact unit with dual 2.5GbE networking, three display outputs and expandable M.2 storage. Choose the Thinvent Treo Mini PC if you need up to 64 GB of RAM, a choice of operating systems including Linux, or a VESA-mountable unit.
