
Qazipo JND13
Score: 82/100
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 QAZIPO Mini PC combines an octa-core Intel i3-N305, dual 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and triple-4K display support in a compact VESA-mountable chassis. It offers excellent connectivity and performance for productivity and home-lab tasks, though memory bandwidth and graphics are limited.
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16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
8 | 16best | |
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512 GB | 1,024 GBbest | |
2.5 Gbpsbest | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
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Performance(1) | ||
CPU Threads | 8 | 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 | NVMe SSD | NVMe |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6 | Wi‑Fi 6E |
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.4 |


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Professional reviewers note that the i3-N305's eight cores and high turbo frequency give the QAZIPO Mini PC a clear performance edge over legacy N100/N95 and J4125-based devices, while its dual 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity place it among the best-connected mini PCs in its segment. The triple-4K display support and dense I/O are highlighted as strong productivity features, though the lack of ECC memory and single-channel RAM are seen as drawbacks for server-grade reliability.
Everyday users rate the device around 4.5/5, praising its smooth day-to-day performance, ability to drive three 4K monitors, and the dual 2.5 Gbps LAN for homelab router or NAS builds. The compact form factor and VESA mounting are frequently mentioned as convenient, while occasional overheating and the non-PD USB-C port are the most common complaints.

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.
“smooth performance for office work, web browsing, and video conferencing.”

“dual 2.5G LAN is lauded by homelab enthusiasts using it as a PfSense firewall, OPNsense router, or UnRAID server.”

“Excellent CPU performance with 8-core/16-thread Ryzen 7 8745HS”


