Geekom · Updated July 2026
Geekom A8: price, specs & release date
Geekom A8, released 2024-05. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: geekompc.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Geekom A8 is listed at $709 on geekompc.com as of 2026-07-26, #7 cheapest of 9 mini pcs (median $629); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 47/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 9 in class.
Verified Jul 26, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Premium aluminum/metal build and very compact 0.5-liter design; Strong CPU and snappy everyday/office performance.
- Skip if Fan clearly audible under sustained load is a dealbreaker.
Price history
$709Is the Geekom A8 a good buy?
At $709, the Geekom A8 is #6 cheapest of the 9 mini pcs we track, where the median is $629. On the spec sheet, its max RAM of 64 GB is at the median of the 9, and its release year of 2024 is at the median of the 9. By release date, it is among the newer of the 9 we date.
Evidence of Record
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3 independent labs measured this product, logging 18 distinct physical metrics between them — cinebench r23 multi-core, cinebench r23 single-core, geekbench single-core and 15 more. That is how much independent evidence stands behind any claim about it — not a rating of the product.
cinebench r23 multi-core · cinebench r23 single-core · geekbench single-core · geekbench multi-core · 3dmark time spy · 3dmark fire strike · speed · pcmark 10 · noise · thermal · power · battery · weight · pcmark 10 total · pcmark 10 essentials · pcmark 10 productivity · pcmark 10 digital · 3dmark steel nomad
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Geekom A8
Three whitelisted outlets tested the Geekom A8 hands-on: TechRadar and Notebookcheck benchmarked the Ryzen 9 8945HS flagship, while PCWorld reviewed the Ryzen 7 8745HS trim. All three praise the premium aluminum build, the compact 0.5-liter form factor, strong CPU performance for office and multimedia, and a very fast SSD, and all three note an audible fan under sustained load. PCWorld and TechRadar caution the integrated Radeon 780M is not suited to demanding or 4K gaming (Notebookcheck rated the iGPU more favorably), and TechRadar alone flags the high price outside the US and the single M.2 slot.
Based on 3 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2024-05-30–2026-02-12
Tested by TechRadar, Notebookcheck, PCWorld
Consistently praised
- Premium aluminum/metal build and very compact 0.5-liter design · 3 sources
- Strong CPU and snappy everyday/office performance · 3 sources
- Very fast SSD storage · 3 sources
- Generous, modern port selection including USB4 · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Fan clearly audible under sustained load · 3 sources
- Integrated Radeon 780M not suited to demanding / 4K gaming · 2 sources
- Expensive, especially outside the US (Ryzen 9 trim)
- Single M.2 slot and no Thunderbolt (limited internal expansion)
Where reviewers disagree Load noise is universally acknowledged, but idle fan behavior diverges even on the identical Ryzen 9 8945HS chip: TechRadar's unit ran hot with the fan often at full speed even when idle, whereas Notebookcheck measured a near-silent idle on the same chip (~4.93 W, ~24 dB(A), noting the 'fan hardly works at idle'). PCWorld's Ryzen 7 8745HS trim was likewise 'usually inaudible' during simple office work.
The sources (3)
Cinebench R23 multi-core: 16317 · Cinebench R23 single-core: 1799 · Geekbench single-core: 1979 · Geekbench multi-core: 12375 · 3DMark Time Spy: 3241 · 3DMark Fire Strike: 7278 · CrystalDiskMark sequential read: 7101 MB/s · CrystalDiskMark sequential write: 6453 MB/s · PCMark 10 (Office): 7613
This mini-system is remarkably powerful and can handle applications that use multi-threading to reduce processing times.
the A8 stood out as one that generated excessive fan noise, oddly sometimes when it wasn't running any major applications.
What was less expected was how expensive the A8 can be, especially outside the USA.
Noise under load (peak): just over 49 dB(A) · CPU temperature (stress peak): 85.5 °C · CPU temperature (sustained): just under 77 °C · Idle power draw: 4.93 watts · Average-load power draw: 71 watts · Peak power draw: 93.2 watts · SSD throughput (DiskSpd): 4786 MB/s · Cinebench R15 endurance loop: 2605 points · Weight: just over 400 grams
The Geekom A8 is a stylish mini-PC with excellent performance.
At its peak, we measured a sound pressure level of just over 49 dB(A).
The noise level under load is another point of criticism.
PCMark 10 total: 6470 · PCMark 10 Essentials: 9912 · PCMark 10 Productivity: 9129 · PCMark 10 Digital Content Creation: 8125 · 3DMark Time Spy: 1877 · 3DMark Steel Nomad Light: 12.41 FPS · SSD sequential read: 7160 MB/s · SSD sequential write: 6129 MB/s · Idle power draw: 5-11 watts · Full-load power draw: 35-50 watts avg (peaks 90 watts) · Fan noise under full load: 45-55 dB(A)
In testing, the Geekom A8 proved to be an extremely versatile work computer for private use and the modern home office.
The Steel Nomad Light test delivers a clear signal with 12.41 FPS: this mini PC is not a gaming machine.
The integrated graphics reach their hardware limits not only in gaming, but also in demanding local AI image generation, 4K video editing or 3D applications.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $709 — current on record (was $649) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Geekom |
| Released | 2024-05 |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS (8C/16T, up to 4.9 GHz) base; Ryzen 7 8845HS / Ryzen 9 8945HS optional |
| Max RAM (GB) | 64 |
| Storage type | M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe |
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Ethernet | 2.5 GbE |
| Ports summary | 1x USB4 Gen3 (rear), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2 (rear), 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1x USB-A 2.0, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x SD card reader, 3.5mm audio |
| Dimensions (mm) | 112 x 112 x 38 |
Source: geekompc.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by cnx-software.com. Geekom official A8 page confirms dimensions 112.2x112.2x38 mm, Wi-Fi 6E, max 64 GB DDR5, 2x HDMI 2.0 (NOT 2.1), USB4 Gen3, SD reader, single 2.5G RJ45. Base CPU is Ryzen 7 8745HS at $649 (16GB/1TB) on geekompc.com (draft incorrectly listed 8845HS as base); 8845HS 32GB/1TB config ~$749; 8945HS top SKU. priceUsd set to verified base $649. May 2024 release per CNX Software.
Is the Geekom A8 worth it vs cheaper mini pcs?
Geekom A8 against its closest cheaper and pricier mini pcs on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 9 ranked
| Product | Price | CPU | Max RAM (GB) | Storage type | Wi-Fi standard | Ethernet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geekom A8 this | $709 | AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS (8C/16T, up to 4.9 GHz) base; Ryzen 7 8845HS / Ryzen 9 8945HS optional | 64 | M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe | Wi-Fi 6E | 2.5 GbE |
| Minisforum MS-01 | $655 | Intel Core i9-13900H (14C/20T, up to 5.4 GHz); i9-12900H and i5-12600H also offered | 64 | M.2 2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 NVMe + U.2 (3 storage slots) | Wi-Fi 6E (MediaTek MT7922) | 10 GbE SFP+ (dual) + 2.5 GbE RJ45 (dual) |
| Acer Revo Box AI | $799.99 | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V (base); up to Core Ultra 7 258V | 32 | M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe (two slots) | Wi-Fi 6E | 2.5 GbE (dual ports) |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Geekom A8?
Three whitelisted outlets tested the Geekom A8 hands-on: TechRadar and Notebookcheck benchmarked the Ryzen 9 8945HS flagship, while PCWorld reviewed the Ryzen 7 8745HS trim. All three praise the premium aluminum build, the compact 0.5-liter form factor, strong CPU performance for office and multimedia, and a very fast SSD, and all three note an audible fan under sustained load. PCWorld and TechRadar caution the integrated Radeon 780M is not suited to demanding or 4K gaming (Notebookcheck rated the iGPU more favorably), and TechRadar alone flags the high price outside the US and the single M.2 slot. Praised: Premium aluminum/metal build and very compact 0.5-liter design; Strong CPU and snappy everyday/office performance; Very fast SSD storage; Generous, modern port selection including USB4. Flagged: Fan clearly audible under sustained load; Integrated Radeon 780M not suited to demanding / 4K gaming; Expensive, especially outside the US (Ryzen 9 trim); Single M.2 slot and no Thunderbolt (limited internal expansion). (From 3 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)
How much does the Geekom A8 cost?
The Geekom A8 has a US price of $709, as of 2026-07-26.
How does the Geekom A8 compare on price?
At $709, the Geekom A8 is #6 cheapest of the 9 mini pcs we track, where the median is $629.
Has the Geekom A8's price dropped?
No — since 2026-06-27 the Geekom A8 has risen 9.2%, from $649 to $709; the lowest we have recorded is $649 (2026-06-27).
What is the lowest price the Geekom A8 has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Geekom A8 is $649 on 2026-06-27.
Is now a good time to buy the Geekom A8?
The Geekom A8 is currently $709; the lowest we have recorded is $649 (2026-06-27). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
When was the Geekom A8 released?
The Geekom A8 was released 2024-05.
What are the Geekom A8's key specs?
Geekom A8 (Geekom): cpu AMD Ryzen 7 8745HS (8C/16T, up to 4.9 GHz) base; Ryzen 7 8845HS / Ryzen 9 8945HS optional, max ram gb 64, storage type M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe, wifi standard Wi-Fi 6E, ethernet 2.5 GbE. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $709 at geekompc.com, 2026-07-26. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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