GMKtec M5 PLUS
Score: 80/100
Peladn WI-4
Score: 68/100Rankings
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 PELADN WI-4 is a compact, fan-cooled mini PC that excels at dual-4K display support and low-power operation, making it ideal for office and media streaming. Its Windows 11 Pro installation and upgradeable memory/storage add flexibility, though connectivity and cooling are modest.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8best | 4 | |
16 GBbest | 8 GB | |
16best | 4 | |
— | 2 GHzbest | |
4.5 GHzbest | 2.9 GHz | |
512 GBbest | 256 GB | |
2.5 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbps | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 Wbest | 15 Wbest |
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Performance(3) | ||
CPU Cores | 8 | 4 |
CPU Threads | 16 | 4 |
Boost Clock (GHz) | 4.5 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
Memory(1) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 512 GB | 256 GB |
Storage Type | SSD | NVMe/SATA |
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(1) | ||
Power Adapter Wattage (W) | 60 W | 36 W |
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 dual-4K HDMI capability and Windows 11 Pro value, but note the lack of modern ports and occasional driver issues.
Users love the tiny footprint, VESA mounting, and smooth 4K streaming, while some complain about heat and limited USB-C connectivity.
“solid performance for productivity, media streaming, and light virtualization”
“Fast boot times (<15 seconds with PCIe SSD)”
“Perfect for office use and media streaming.”
