The GMKtec Evo T2 mini PC features an Oculink port for external GPU support

The GMKtec Evo T2 is a compact mini PC powered by an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor, which includes an integrated Intel Arc B390 GPU. A standout feature of this device is its dedicated Oculink port, which provides a direct PCI Express connection for external GPUs, enabling significantly higher data transfer speeds (64 Gbps) compared to standard USB4 or Thunderbolt 5 interfaces. The system comes equipped with 64GB of DDR5 RAM and supports up to 16TB of storage via two M.2 slots. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE, and 10GbE LAN ports. The device is housed in a small form factor chassis that incorporates a cooling system for both the CPU and SSD. While the unit offers strong performance for tasks like 4K video editing and gaming, it is priced at approximately $2,000. The included SSD is relatively slow, and the system lacks PCIe 5.0 support for its expansion slots. The BIOS is unlocked, allowing for advanced configuration, and the device supports Windows 11 Pro as well as Linux.

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The GMKtec Evo T2 is a compact mini PC powered by an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor, which includes an integrated Intel Arc B390 GPU. A standout feature of this device is its dedicated Oculink port, which provides a direct PCI Express connection for external GPUs, enabling significantly higher data transfer speeds (64 Gbps) compared to standard USB4 or Thunderbolt 5 interfaces. The system comes equipped with 64GB of DDR5 RAM and supports up to 16TB of storage via two M.2 slots. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE, and 10GbE LAN ports. The device is housed in a small form factor chassis that incorporates a cooling system for both the CPU and SSD. While the unit offers strong performance for tasks like 4K video editing and gaming, it is priced at approximately $2,000. The included SSD is relatively slow, and the system lacks PCIe 5.0 support for its expansion slots. The BIOS is unlocked, allowing for advanced configuration, and the device supports Windows 11 Pro as well as Linux.

The GMKtec Evo T2 includes an Oculink port for high-speed external GPU connectivity. The device is powered by an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor with 12 Xe cores.

It features 64GB of DDR5 RAM and supports up to 16TB of total storage. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GbE, and 10GbE LAN ports for high-speed networking.

The system is priced at approximately $2,000 and includes Windows 11 Pro. The BIOS is unlocked, providing users with access to advanced system configuration settings.

Chapter guide

IntroductionOverview of the GMKtec Evo T2 and its Oculink port capabilities.Design and PortsDetailed examination of the physical chassis, ports, and cooling system.Internal ComponentsDemonstration of how to open the device and access internal components for upgrades.BIOS SettingsOverview of the unlocked BIOS and available performance settings.Pricing and SpecificationsBreakdown of the hardware specifications and current pricing.Software and PerformanceTesting of AI software, video editing, and gaming performance.Network TestingSpeed tests for Wi-Fi 7 and 10GbE LAN connections.Thermals and PowerAnalysis of power consumption and thermal performance under load.ConclusionFinal assessment of the device's pros and cons.

Worth noting

  • The reviewer notes that the included SSD is relatively slow and the system lacks PCIe 5.0 support.
  • The $2,000 price point is noted as high for a mini PC.
  • The reviewer encountered an unresolved error when attempting to export video in Adobe Premiere Pro.

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