GMKtec M5 PLUS
Score: 80/100
Acemagic K1 256GB Ryzen
Score: 62/100Rankings
The GMKtec Nucbox M5 Plus packs an AMD Ryzen 7 5825U into a compact metal chassis with dual 2.5 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6E and triple-4K display support, offering solid productivity performance but suffers from Wi-Fi overheating and fan noise.
The ACEMAGIC K1 is a compact, energy-efficient mini PC powered by a Ryzen 3 4300U, delivering solid 4K video playback and triple-display support. It offers generous connectivity and upgrade options but is held back by older Wi-Fi/Bluetooth standards and can become warm under load.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8best | 4 | |
16 GBbest | 16 GBbest | |
16best | 4 | |
— | 2.7 GHzbest | |
4.5 GHzbest | 3.7 GHz | |
512 GBbest | 256 GB | |
2.5 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbps | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 Wbest | 28 W |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(4) | ||
CPU Cores | 8 | 4 |
CPU Threads | 16 | 4 |
Boost Clock (GHz) | 4.5 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
CPU TDP (W) | 15 W | 28 W |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 512 GB | 256 GB |
Storage Type | SSD | NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 5 |
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.2 |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 2.5 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
Power & Warranty(2) | ||
Power Adapter Wattage (W) | 60 W | 65 W |
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 60 months |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the M5 Plus for its desktop-class CPU, dual 2.5 GbE ports and triple-4K display capability, calling it a solid choice for productivity, media streaming and light virtualization.
Everyday users appreciate the fast boot times, quiet operation in typical use, and reliable networking, while recurring complaints focus on Wi-Fi module overheating, a noisy top fan, and occasional SSD detection or display flicker issues.
Professional reviewers praise the K1 for delivering desktop-class performance from a 28 W Ryzen 3 4300U, noting its impressive 4K video playback, triple-display capability, and sustainable construction, while pointing out the outdated Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 and warm operation under load.
Everyday users highlight smooth 4K streaming, silent operation, compact footprint, and solid Linux support, with complaints about warmth, lack of built-in speakers, and occasional inaccurate product listings.
“solid performance for productivity, media streaming, and light virtualization”
“Fast boot times (<15 seconds with PCIe SSD)”
“Plays 4K films without any problems and the WiFi is very stable.”
