Kamrui Pinova P2
Score: 64/100
Geekom AX8 Max
Score: 85/100Rankings
The GEEKOM AX8 Max is a compact, all-metal mini PC powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS APU with integrated Radeon 780M graphics, offering strong CPU and iGPU performance, quad-display support, dual 2.5 GbE LAN, and extensive connectivity in a VESA-mountable chassis.
The KAMRUI Pinova P2 Mini PC is a compact, budget-friendly desktop powered by an AMD Ryzen 3 4300U, offering 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD and triple 4K display support, targeting everyday productivity and media streaming.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4 | 8best | |
16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
4 | 16best | |
2.7 GHzbest | — | |
3.7 GHzbest | — | |
512 GB | 1,024 GBbest | |
1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 28 Wbest | — |
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Performance(2) | ||
CPU Cores | 4 | 8 |
CPU Threads | 4 | 16 |
Memory(2) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 | DDR5 |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 512 GB | 1024 GB |
Storage Type | SATA | NVMe |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6 | Wi‑Fi 6E |
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.4 |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Pinova P2 for its plug-and-play Windows 11 experience, rare triple-4K support, quiet operation and solid upgrade options, but note single-channel memory, integrated graphics limits and occasional missing OS.
Everyday users highlight the device's value, silent fan, easy setup and reliable multi-monitor support, while recurring complaints focus on single-channel RAM performance hit and OS inconsistencies.
Professional reviewers praise the AX8 Max as a compact powerhouse with excellent CPU and iGPU performance, premium metal chassis, and a rich port selection that includes dual 2.5 GbE and USB4. They commend its quiet IceBlast cooling and upgrade flexibility, but criticize misleading specifications, Bluetooth version confusion, lack of front USB-C, and early firmware bugs.
Everyday users appreciate the fast performance, solid build quality, quiet operation, and the ability to easily add more RAM or storage. Common frustrations revolve around missing advertised features such as the M.2 SATA slot and SD card reader, Bluetooth version mismatches, lack of front USB-C, and the need to apply a BIOS update to resolve early firmware protection issues.
“Quiet operation - fans are barely audible under normal use”
“Value for money”
“Excellent connectivity with 7 USB ports”
