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GEEKOM A5 (AMD Ryzen 7 5800H) Review / Ultra-compact high cost performance mini computer

GEEKOM/Jiteng is a manufacturer of ultra-compact desktop mini computers in Shenzhen, China and Taiwan. Product sales in Japan have just started in June 2023. Currently, the mini PC market in Japan is dominated by MINISFORUM's products, but GEEKOM's products are by no means inferior in terms of quality and cost performance.
For more information on other mini PCs, please see our Reviews of popular mini PCs page.
  • GEEKOM A5, AMD Ryzen 7 5800H(8C/16T, up to 4.4GHz), Vega 8 Graphics

    GEEKOM 2023/07 USD399.00

    GEEKOM Mini A5 mini computer is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800H processor (8C/16T, 16MB Cache, up to 4.4GHz). Its Zen 3 architecture and 7nm process have drastically improved performance, providing super-fast responsiveness, and allowing for an unparalleled work and gaming experience. It is designed for a variety of solutions such as education, home office, media center, HTPC, digital signage, etc.

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Introduction of GEEKOM A5

GEEKOM A5

Overview


Equipped with an affordable yet high-performance 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 5800H CPU (released in 2021). 32GB of memory is sufficient. If you replace it, you can install up to 64GB. The storage is equipped with M.2 2280 SSD 512GB, which can be replaced with up to 2TB. (The entire storage capacity is allocated to the C drive.) Since Windows11 Pro edition is preinstalled, remote desktop connections can be made as is, making it convenient for server use.
It has processing speed approaching that of the 13th generation Core i9 and graphic performance exceeding that of Iris Xe. The only drawback is that it doesn't have a high-speed USB version 4 port. Recommended for those looking for a cheap and fast mini PC.

Exterior


It has a palm-sized footprint of 117 x 112mm, which is common to GEEKOM machines. The color of the casing looks pink in the product photo, but it is actually a more subdued metallic champagne gold, giving it a luxurious feel. The edge of the top lid has a mirror finish border that shines beautifully depending on the light. There are also random vertical slits in the intake vents on the sides. You can also use the Vesa mount to hang it behind the display.

Performance


The performance of AMD Ryzen CPU is high, and depending on the job, it can reach performance approaching Intel's latest 13th generation Core i9. It can withstand not only office work but also photo and video editing. And with the AMD Radeon Vega 8 graphics engine built into the CPU, you can enjoy even light 3D games. Also, since it is a low-speed rotating fan, it is usually almost silent.

Scalability


It has many interfaces and is expandable, and a total of 3TB of storage can be added inside the body with an M.2 2242 (SATA) SSD slot (maximum 1TB) and a 2.5 inch SATA HDD/SSD slot (7mm) (maximum 2TB). (There is no mention of the M.2 2242 SATA SSD (M Key) slot on the official website, but we confirmed with GEEKOM that it can be used.) It also has a built-in microSD card slot, WiFi6, and Bluetooth5.2. Equipped with 2 HDMI (4K compatible) ports and 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps) (8K compatible) ports, up to 4 displays can be connected.
Although there is no hardware restriction on adding a storage device with a capacity exceeding the catalog value to each slot, the manufacturer does not guarantee it.
PC It arrives in a sturdy and beautifully finished box. This is a size comparison with an iPhone.
PC This photo shows the contents of the box. From the top left: Thank you card, user manual, screws (for Vesa mount and HDD/SSD installation), Vesa mount panel. From the bottom left, the AC adapter, power cable, PC body, and HDMI cable.
User manual and images/drivers for reinstalling Windows can also be downloaded from GEEKOM's support page .
PC This photo is a comparison between the PC and the iPhone. The size of the top surface is 117 x 112mm, which I think is particularly small among mini PCs. The rim of the top lid is beautifully shiny.
The manufacturing quality of the housing and packing box is also high, and there is no flaw in comparison with MINISFORUM's products, which are popular in Japan recently.
PC This is a photo from the front. From the left: 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A) ports, 3.5 mm audio output, and power button. The USB connector on the left side also supports charging external devices.
A common feature of GEEKOM machines is that the power button is very light. A slight touch may cause it to start up unintentionally. Therefore, I think it is best to attach the power cable last when assembling, and remove it first when disassembling.
PC This is a photo from the right side. The entire surface is an intake port. Random vertical slits are stylish. The bottom right corner is the Kensington lock mounting hole for anti-theft. Since this PC supports Kensington lock, it is advantageous for introduction to companies.
PC This is a photo from the back.
The exhaust ports are lined up at the top. Airflow is common to all GEEKOM products, with air taken in from the intake ports on the left and right sides of the body, and exhausted from the back. For ventilation, the area around the PC installation site should be wide open. However, when using office software, the fan does not spin and the unit does not generate heat.
The interfaces on the back are, from the left, a DC port for power input, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps) and HDMI 2.0, 2.5G LAN, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB 2.0 (both Type-A) ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps) and HDMI2.0. The two Type-C ports also support video output, so you can connect a display using an HDMI or DisplayPort conversion cable.
PC This is a photo from the left side. This is also an air intake all over. There is one SD card slot on this side.
PC This is a photo from the bottom.
Marked as manufactured by " Shenzhen Jiteng Network Technology Co., Ltd. ", made in China.
To access the interior, unscrew the four rubber feet. After loosening the screw sufficiently, pull the screw to remove the bottom cover.
The top direction of this photo is the front.
PC This is what it looks like when you remove the bottom cover. GEEKOM A5 is equipped with 32GB of memory and 512GB of storage.
The upper part is the M.2 SSD (512GB: Lexar NM620) of form factor 2280, and the lower part is the DDR4-3200 memory (16GBx2: Wooposit WPBH32D408SWM). Both are easily replaceable.
Between the M.2 2280 SSD and the memory is an empty M.2 2242 SATA SSD (M Key) slot.
There are two USB interface pin heads on the board.
A 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD (thickness 7mm) can be installed inside the cover.
PC Here is a picture of the AC adapter. Input is 100~240V, 2.0A. Output is 19V, 6.32A, 120.0W. The size of the AC adapter is approximately 155mm x 62mm x 30mm. Weight is 520g including cable. It has a volume and weight comparable to a PC body. When purchasing this PC, you should also consider the location of the AC adapter.
In addition, the outlet plug is a 3-pin with ground.

Windows 11 setup

This site explains how to set up Windows 11. Please see each page below.

How to install a hard disk/SSD

PC This PC can contain one 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD (thin 7mm thick model) and one M.2 2242 SATA SSD (M Key). After loosening the four rubber foot screws sufficiently, pull the screws to remove the bottom cover.
For 2.5-inch HDD/SSD, use the holes on the back (the part indicated by the arrow in the photo) to fasten with screws. Remove the rubber bush indicated by the arrow.
PC Install the HDD/SSD as shown in this picture. Insert the HDD/SSD from the left side of the photo by going through the metal fittings. And fix it using the attached screws.
The metal fittings cannot be removed even if the screws attached to that are removed. Due to this structure, it is impossible to install HDD/SSD with a thickness exceeding 7mm.
The maximum expandable capacity according to the specifications is 2TB, but when I tested it, even a 4TB SSD ( Gigastone Game Pro (Amazon) ) could be used with Windows.
PC Install the M.2 2242 SATA SSD (M Key) as shown in this picture (Photo is GEEKOM IT13). Insert the module diagonally into the socket and secure it with the screw from above. The module cannot be inserted horizontally. Please note that screws for fixing the module (2 mm in diameter x 3.8 mm in length) must be prepared separately.
Note: The interface of the M.2 2242 slot of GEEKOM A5 is "SATA" instead of "NVMe". Please be careful when purchasing SSD.
PC For information on how to make Windows recognize the added HDD/SSD, see How to add an SSD or hard disk to a Windows 11 computer/How to change the drive name .

GEEKOM A5 BIOS

PC After pressing the power button, you can open the BIOS screen by repeatedly hitting the [Del] key before Windows starts. The installed BIOS is AMI BIOS.
The installed memory is DDR4 32GB and the speed is 3200MTs.
PC Scroll to see the installed storage. Lexar NM620, 512GB.

AMD Radeon Vega 8 graphics memory capacity

The graphics engine installed in GEEKOM A5 is AMD Radeon Vega 8 (CEZANNE) built into AMD Ryzen 7 5800H CPU. The graphics engine's graphics memory is shared with the CPU, and the maximum available capacity is half of the system memory plus dedicated video memory. The PC I'm testing has 32GB of memory, so the maximum available graphics memory is about 16GB, as shown on the right.
(To display the screen on the right, open the [Settings] - [System] - [Display] - [Advanced Display Settings] screen, and select "Display adapter properties for Display 1" in the "Display Information" column. )

GEEKOM A5 startup time

Booting Windows and launching applications is blazing fast thanks to the M.2 SSD and 32GB of memory. Windows boot time is about 20 seconds from pressing the power button to displaying the desktop screen. In addition, the free office suite " LibreOffice " can be started in less than 2 seconds, and Writer and Calc can be started in 2 - 3 seconds from that menu.
However, boot time may slow down as you use your PC more.

GEEKOM A5 benchmark test results

Here, I tried running the representative benchmark programs, Geekbench, Cinebench, PCMark 10, and 3DMark (Time Spy).
During testing, only one display with a resolution of WQHD (2560x1440) was connected using a Type-C to DisplayPort conversion cable, and no adjustments were made to the BIOS, drivers, or other parameters, and the settings were as they were when shipped from the factory. . For reference, the values of two other GEEKOM PC models, GPD Win Max2 (2023) (AMD Ryzen 7 7840U), Core i7-6700 (2015) + RTX3060 (12GB Desktop) are also listed.
In terms of CPU performance and processing performance for office programs, this PC has top-class performance among general office PCs, and its performance approaches that of the Core i9. On the other hand, as a 3D gaming PC, it has the minimum performance for the time being, but it is high performance as a PC without an external GPU.
If you are considering replacing this PC, please compare the benchmark execution results on your machine.

Geekbench

PC First, I tried running Geekbench . This is the system information screen.
PC The result of CPU Benchmark was 2019(Single) / 9411(Multi).
Compared to recent PCs, the performance is somewhere between those with Core i7 and Core i9. I think this is a high performance PC for the price.
CPU Benchmark result
System Result (Single) Result (Multi)
GEEKOM Mini IT13
Corei9-13900H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
240711416
GEEKOM A5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Memory 32GB, Radeon Vega 8
20199411
GMKtec NucBox M3
Core i5-12450H, Memory 16GB, Intel UHD Graphics
22587884
GEEKOM Mini IT11
Corei7-11390H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
22316153
GPD Win Max2
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Memory 64GB, AMD Radeon 780M
248110997
Core i7-6700(2015), Memory 16GB, GeForce RTX3060(12GB Desktop)13514626
PC GPU Benchmark result was 17636.
In order to enjoy 3D graphics games, it can be said that it has the minimum performance for the time being. However, it is a very good result for a PC that does not have an external GPU.

GPU Benchmark result
System Result
GEEKOM Mini IT13
Corei9-13900H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
16294
GEEKOM A5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Memory 32GB, Radeon Vega 8
17636
GEEKOM Mini IT11
Corei7-11390H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
11008
GMKtec NucBox M3
Core i5-12450H, Memory 16GB, Intel UHD Graphics
8326
GPD Win Max2
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Memory 64GB, AMD Radeon 780M
28750
Core i7-6700(2015), Memory 16GB, GeForce RTX3060(12GB Desktop)89112

Cinebench

PC Next, I tried running Cinebench(2024) , a 3DCG rendering test using only CPU provided by Maxon.
This performance is also between the Core i7 and Core i9 machines. The MP Ratio is also high, and it seems that multi-process operation is possible efficiently.
Cinebench(2024) Benchmark result
System Result (GPU) Result (Multi) Result (Single) Result (MP Ratio)
GEEKOM Mini IT13
Corei9-13900H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
(none)6631026.47
GEEKOM A5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Memory 32GB, Radeon Vega 8
(none)604857.10
GMKtec NucBox M3
Core i5-12450H, Memory 16GB, Intel UHD Graphics
(none)427984.34
GEEKOM Mini IT11
Corei7-11390H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
(none)313833.75
GPD Win Max2
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Memory 64GB, AMD Radeon 780M
(none)714967.41
Core i7-6700(2015), Memory 16GB, GeForce RTX3060(12GB Desktop)7937286614.72
PC This is the execution result of Cinebench Release 23. Thanks to the large number of cores, it is far ahead of the 11th generation Core i7 and close to the 13th generation Core i9.
Cinebench R23 Benchmark result
System Result (Multi) Result (Single) Result (MP Ratio)
GEEKOM Mini IT13
Corei9-13900H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
1212217177.06
GEEKOM A5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Memory 32GB, Radeon Vega 8
1030514167.28
GMKtec NucBox M3
Core i5-12450H, Memory 16GB, Intel UHD Graphics
787316514.77
GEEKOM Mini IT11
Corei7-11390H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
564815243.71
GPD Win Max2
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Memory 64GB, AMD Radeon 780M
1236917297.16
Core i7-6700(2015), Memory 16GB, GeForce RTX3060(12GB Desktop)500510094.96

PCMark 10


Before installing PCMark 10 and 3DMark, you need to register and install a game platform: Steam . We recommend registering a new Steam account from your iPhone's (Safari), as it often results in a CAPCHA error if you do it on a computer.
PC Next, I tried running PCMark 10 . In this bench, you can see the performance of the entire PC assuming various use cases.
Good results overall. This performance is likely to overtake the Corei9 machine.
PCMark 10 Benchmark result
System Result Essentials Productivity Digital Content Creation
GEEKOM Mini IT13
Corei9-13900H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
58471049968427553
GEEKOM A5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Memory 32GB, Radeon Vega 8
62471028193456286
GMKtec NucBox M3
Core i5-12450H, Memory 16GB, Intel UHD Graphics
5073977369955204
GEEKOM Mini IT11
Corei7-11390H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
4759922366484771
GPD Win Max2
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Memory 64GB, AMD Radeon 780M
65171034186048442
Core i7-6700(2015), Memory 16GB, GeForce RTX3060(12GB Desktop)5168757967377336
PC The ranking looks like this. It is judged that it is faster than a general office laptop. It ranks in the top 30% of all users who tried PCMark 10.

3DMark(Time Spy)

PC Finally, I tried running 3DMark (Time Spy) to see the performance as a gaming PC. On this bench, you can see the rendering performance of 3D graphics, mainly assuming recent heavyweight games.
At WQHD (2560x1440) resolution, the performance in the heavy Time Spy demo was around 8~9FPS. Again, the score is between the Core i7 and Core i9 machines.
3DMark Benchmark result
System Time Spy Score Result (Graphics) Result (CPU)
GEEKOM Mini IT13
Corei9-13900H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
194617059898
GEEKOM A5
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Memory 32GB, Radeon Vega 8
165514498600
GEEKOM Mini IT11
Corei7-11390H, Memory 32GB, Iris Xe
148713304520
GMKtec NucBox M3
Core i5-12450H, Memory 16GB, Intel UHD Graphics
9928646293
GPD Win Max2
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Memory 64GB, AMD Radeon 780M
298426788482
Core i7-6700(2015), Memory 16GB, GeForce RTX3060(12GB Desktop)773488314539
PC The ranking looks like this. It ranks in the bottom 3% of all users who have tried 3DMark (Time Spy). This result is reasonable, as the majority of users who try 3DMark use GPU-equipped PCs.

Specifications of GEEKOM A5

GEEKOM A5 Specification
Item Description
CPUAMD Ryzen™ 7 5800H (8 Cores, 16 Threads, 16MB Cache, 3.2 GHz~ 4.4 GHz) TDP 35W
GraphicsAMD Radeon™ Vega 8 Graphics
MemoryDual-channel DDR4-3200 SODIMM 32GB (Max 64GB)
StorageM.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3x4 NVMe/SATA 512GB (Max 2TB)
Storage expansion I/F 1 x M.2 2242 SATA SSD slot (Max 1TB)
1 x 2.5" SATA HDD / SSD (7mm) (Max 2TB)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6
LAN2.5G RJ45 LAN
Video output2 x HDMI 2.0 port / 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports
Audio output1 x 3.5 mm headphone jack
AdapterAutomatic Voltage adjustment between 100 and 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 3 pin, 120 Watts (19V/6.32A)
OSWindows 11 Pro 64bit
BluetoothBluetooth® v5.2
I/O Ports3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 2 x HDMI 2.0b ports, 1 x 3.5 mm headphone jack, 1 x 2.5G RJ45 LAN port, 1 x SD card reader, 1 x DC jack, 1 x Power button
Size117 x 112 x 49.2 mm
Weight652g (Actual measurement: 556g)
List price$399.00 (Sale price)
What’s In The Box1 x A 5 Mini PC, 1 x VESA Mount, 1 x Power Adapter, 1 x HDMI Cable, 1 x User Guide, 1 x Thank You Card

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  • GEEKOM Mini IT13 Mini PC, 13th Gen Intel i9-13900H NUC13 Mini Computers

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