GEEKOM A6

The GEEKOM A6 delivers exceptional value at $449, pairing AMD’s Ryzen 7 6800H (8C/16T, 4.7GHz) with Radeon 680M graphics—a rare combo in this price range. The RDNA 2 iGPU outperforms Intel’s Iris Xe by 40–60% in gaming (GTA V at 1080p/Medium hits 72fps) and supports 8K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 ports. With 32GB DDR5 and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD pre-installed, it’s ready for content creation, rivaling pricier systems like the Beelink SER6 Pro. The matte silver chassis (2.42lbs) is compact but lacks premium materials, using plastic for 60% of its body. USB4 (40Gbps) enables eGPU support, though the 120W power adapter limits high-end GPU options.

Productivity performance impresses: Cinebench R23 scores (12,987 multi-core) edge out Intel’s i7-1260P, while the 680M’s 12 compute units handle light 3D rendering in Blender. Dual SODIMM slots and dual M.2 NVMe slots (PCIe 4.0 + PCIe 3.0) allow upgrades to 64GB RAM and 8TB storage. However, the single cooling fan hits 52dB under load, and the USB4 port’s placement near the power input causes cable clutter. WiFi 6 (Realtek chip) delivers middling speeds (~600Mbps vs. Intel AX210’s 900Mbps), and the USB 2.0 port feels outdated at this price.

At $449, the A6 undercuts competitors like the Minisforum UM773 Lite ($499) while offering better graphics. It’s ideal for budget-conscious creators or gamers who prioritize GPU performance over ultra-compact designs. The Amazon-exclusive configuration includes a VESA mount, but the lack of OCuLink or Thunderbolt 4 limits future expansion. If you need max frames-per-dollar with competent integrated graphics, the A6 is a standout—just expect trade-offs in noise and build quality.

- GhostKeyboard Review.