Geekom A6

Name: Geekom A6
Brand: Geekom
SKU: 32420

Manufacturer: Geekom

The Geekom A6 is a compact mini PC designed for efficient performance in a small form factor. It offers a balance of processing power with a 64GB RAM configuration and a 1000GB SSD, making it suitable for demanding tasks in a minimalistic design.

Key technical specifications of the Geekom A6 include an 8-core, 3.2 GHz CPU with a turbo clock speed of 4.7GHz, alongside a Radeon 680M GPU with 3.379 TFLOPS of floating-point performance. It supports up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM and features Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, ensuring robust and modern system performance for various applications.

Pros

Compact Mini-ITX form factor, making it suitable for tight spaces and small builds.
Equipped with 64GB of DDR5 RAM and high-speed memory at 4800 MHz for efficient multitasking and performance.
Supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2, ensuring fast and reliable wireless connectivity.
Includes multiple high-speed USB ports, including USB 4 40Gbps and Thunderbolt 4, for versatile connectivity options.
Offers integrated graphics with support for ray tracing and 3D content, enhancing multimedia and gaming experiences.

Cons

Lacks support for air-water cooling, which may limit thermal performance in high-demand scenarios.
No support for DLSS or XeSS, limiting some advanced graphical features in compatible applications or games.
Maximum memory support is limited to 64GB, which may not be sufficient for extreme workloads requiring more memory.

Who is this for?

This product is ideal for users who need a compact system with powerful multitasking and connectivity capabilities. The Mini-ITX form factor makes it perfect for small builds or constrained spaces, while the 64GB of DDR5 RAM and high-speed memory at 4800 MHz allow for efficient performance in multitasking and light gaming or creative workloads. Additionally, its support for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 ensures fast and reliable wireless connections, making it well-suited for users who require stable and speedy network access.

Who is this NOT for?

This product may not be the best fit for users who require extreme graphical performance or extensive memory for intensive workloads. While it supports ray tracing, it lacks DLSS and XeSS support, limiting its performance in certain gaming or professional applications. Additionally, with a maximum memory support of 64GB, it may not meet the demands of users working with very large datasets or running memory-intensive software. Users who require air-water cooling or advanced thermal solutions may also find the lack of such support limiting for high-performance tasks.

General info:

SSD storage capacity	1000GB
form factor	Mini-ITX
release date	January 2025
Is an NVMe SSD	✓
thickness	112.4 mm
height	37 mm
width	112.4 mm
weight	900 g
volume	467.44912 cm³

The Geekom A6 is a Mini-ITX form factor mini PC with a compact design, measuring 112.4 mm in both width and thickness, and standing at just 37 mm tall. It weighs 900 g and has a total volume of 467.44912 cm³. For storage, it includes a fast 1000GB NVMe SSD, ensuring quick data access and transfer speeds.

CPU:

Thermal Design Power (TDP)	45W
CPU speed	8 x 3.2 GHz
turbo clock speed	4.7GHz
CPU threads	16 threads
Has integrated graphics	✓
uses multithreading	✓
L3 cache	16 MB
L2 cache	4 MB
L1 cache	512 KB
L2 core	0.5 MB/core
L3 core	2 MB/core
clock multiplier	32
Has an unlocked multiplier	✕
Supports 64-bit	✓
CPU temperature	95 °C

The CPU of the Geekom A6 features 8 cores running at a base speed of 3.2 GHz, with the ability to turbo boost up to 4.7GHz. It supports 16 threads for enhanced multitasking and comes with a total of 16MB of L3 cache, ensuring smooth performance. The processor also integrates graphics and supports multithreading, making it capable of handling a variety of tasks efficiently.

Graphics card:

floating-point performance	3.379 TFLOPS
GPU clock speed	2000 MHz
GPU turbo	2200 MHz
texture rate	105.6 GTexels/s
pixel rate	70.4 GPixel/s
supports ray tracing	✓
supports DLSS	✕
PCI Express (PCIe) version	4
texture mapping units (TMUs)	48
shading units	768
render output units (ROPs)	32
DirectX version	DirectX 12
OpenGL version	4.6
OpenCL version	2.2
semiconductor size	6 nm
supported displays	4
has LHR	✕
Supports multi-display technology	✓
Has Double Precision Floating Point (DPFP)	✓
number of transistors	13100 million

The Geekom A6 is equipped with a Radeon 680M GPU, offering impressive 3.379 TFLOPS of floating-point performance. The GPU runs at a base clock speed of 2000 MHz, which can turbo boost up to 2200 MHz. It supports modern features such as ray tracing and can drive up to 4 displays simultaneously, making it well-suited for graphical tasks and multi-display setups.

Memory:

RAM	64GB
RAM speed	4800 MHz
DDR memory version	5

The Geekom A6 is equipped with 64GB of DDR5 RAM, offering high-speed performance at 4800 MHz. This ample memory capacity ensures smooth multitasking and high-performance computing for demanding tasks and applications.

Connectivity:

Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has Bluetooth	✓
Bluetooth version	5.2
USB 2.0 ports	1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)	4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A)	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C)	1
USB 4 40Gbps ports	1
USB 4 20Gbps ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C)	0
Thunderbolt 4 ports	1
Thunderbolt 3 ports	0
DisplayPort outputs	0
HDMI version	HDMI 2.0
HDMI ports	2
RJ45 ports	1
has an AUX input	✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
has a VGA connector	✕
Has S/PDIF Out port	✕

The Geekom A6 offers extensive connectivity options, including support for Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2, ensuring fast wireless communication. It also provides multiple USB ports, including USB 4 40Gbps and Thunderbolt 4 ports, as well as two HDMI 2.0 ports for video output. For wired connections, it includes an RJ45 port and an AUX input, making it versatile for various peripheral and display needs.

Benchmarks:

PassMark result	23052
PassMark result (single)	3210
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	8905
Geekbench 6 result (single)	1851
Cinebench R20 (multi) result	5074
Cinebench R20 (single) result	587

The Geekom A6 has demonstrated solid performance across several benchmark tests. It achieved a PassMark score of 23052, with a single-threaded result of 3210. In Geekbench 6, it scored 8905 in multi-core performance and 1851 in single-core. For additional testing, the device recorded 5074 in Cinebench R20 (multi) and 587 in single-core performance, showcasing its ability to handle demanding tasks efficiently.

Miscellaneous:

maximum memory amount	64GB
has an external memory slot	✓
GPU name	Radeon 680M
Supports ECC memory	✓
Has NX bit	✓
GPU execution units	12
memory channels	2
Type	Laptop
instruction sets	SSE 4.2, SSE 4.1, AVX, AES, FMA3, F16C, MMX
RAM speed (max)	6400 MHz
GPU architecture	RDNA 2.0
Has air-water cooling	✕
Supports 3D	✓
has XeSS (XMX)	✕
Uses flash storage	✓

The Geekom A6 supports a maximum memory of 64GB and offers an external memory slot for additional storage. It is equipped with a Radeon 680M GPU based on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, featuring 12 execution units. The system also supports ECC memory for enhanced reliability and includes features such as NX bit for improved security and the ability to handle 3D content.

Final Verdict

The product offers a solid performance package, especially for users seeking a compact yet powerful system with 64GB of DDR5 RAM and reliable connectivity options like Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Its Mini-ITX form factor makes it ideal for small builds or space-constrained environments, while multitaskers can benefit from its strong RAM and CPU capabilities. However, its limitations in extreme graphical performance and lack of advanced cooling options may make it less suitable for high-end gaming or intensive professional workloads. Overall, this product is a great choice for general computing and light gaming needs, offering reliable performance and modern features.