GMKtec NucBox K17 Mini PC Intel Core TM Ultra 5 226V
The GMKtec NucBox K17 is a compact mini PC built around the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V processor with integrated Intel Arc 130V graphics and AI Boost NPU, offering up to 53 TOPS of AI performance. It packs 16GB of onboard LPDDR5X memory and dual M.2 SSD slots supporting up to 16TB. Connectivity includes 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.2, plus triple display output up to 8K via HDMI and USB4. It runs Windows 11 Pro.
Full Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core TM Ultra 5 226V Processor8 Cores / 8 ThreadsTSMC N3B ProcessBase Frequency 2.1GHzMax Turbo: P-core 4.5GHz / E-core 3.5GHz8MB Intel Smart CacheUp to 97 TOPS (AI Performance)TDP Modes: 20W / 25W / 35W (Peak 37W)Dual heat pipes + single fan (Low noise design) |
| Processor Model | Intel Core TM Ultra 5 226V |
| Graphics | Intel Arc TM 130V GraphicsBase 400MHz, Boost up to 1.85GHzUp to 53 TOPS (AI Performance) |
| Display Support | Supports up to 3 Displays2 x HDMI 2.11 x USB4Supports up to 8K Resolution |
| Memory | LPDDR5X Memory (Onboard)16GB Standard ConfigurationUp to 8533 MT/sNon-upgradable |
| Storage | PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD512GB / 1TB / 2TB Options |
| Storage Expansion | 2 x M.2 Slots Supported1 x PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe1 x PCIe Gen4 x2 NVMeMaximum Expansion up to 16TB (8TB x2)SATA SSD Not Supported |
| I/O Ports | Front:1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps)1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps)1 x USB4 (40Gbps / PD / DP)1 x 3.5mm Audio JackRear:3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps)1 x USB 2.02 x HDMI 2.11 x RJ45 2.5G LAN1 x DC Power Input |
| Network | Wi-Fi 6E (up to 2.4Gbps)Bluetooth 5.22.5G Ethernet LAN |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro Supported |
| Operating System Options | US, EU, UK, AU |
| Power | DC 20V / 5A100W Adapter |
| Power Options | US, EU, UK, AU |
| Dimensions | 127.5 x 127 x 44.5 mm |
| Package Contents | Mini PCPower AdapterHDMI CableVESA MountUser Manual |
| Features | This model does not support OCulink. |
| Overview | GMKtec NucBox K17 is powered by Intel Core TM Ultra 5 226V processor, integrated with Intel Arc TM 130V GPU and Intel AI Boost NPU delivering up to 53 TOPS (GPU) and 40 TOPS (NPU) AI performance. It comes with 16GB LPDDR5X high-speed memory and dual M.2 2280 SSD slots supporting up to 16TB storage with PCIe 4.0 (and PCIe 5.0 compatible) for ultra-fast expansion. The device features 2.5G Ethernet, WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.2 for high-speed connectivity, and supports up to triple 8K display output. Designed with an advanced cooling system (superconducting copper turbine fan + dual air intake), it ensures stable performance under load. It also includes a full-function USB4 port (40Gbps, PD 100W, DP 4K@60Hz) and comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro, making it a powerful and compact AI mini PC solution for professional workloads. |
| Configurations | 16GB RAM+512GB SSD | 16GB RAM+1TB SSD | 16GB RAM+1TB SSD (Z.AI 3-Month Coding Plan) |
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Comments
Just got the GMKtec K17. The Intel Ultra 5 226V is snappy for daily work and light gaming. 16GB soldered RAM is a bummer if you wanted more, but the dual SSD slots are great. The cooling is quiet, even during longer loads. Triple 8K display support is overkill but nice to have. For $600, it’s a solid little box for a home office setup.