Introduction
In the competitive market of compact computers, Geekom has made a significant impact with its mini PC offerings, including the Geekom Mini A7. This review examines the Mini A7, which is powered by a Ryzen 9 7940HS processor and equipped with 32 GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD, operating on Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the Mini A7 includes advanced features such as WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and quick USB ports. While larger PCs have the advantage of fitting bigger components and better cooling systems, small form factor PCs like the A7 offer a viable alternative for those with moderate computing needs, providing a space-efficient option for various environments. The A7 can also support up to 64GB of DDR5 5,600MHz RAM, catering to a range of user requirements. The A7 maintains respectable graphical performance with AMD’s Radeon Graphics 780M, capable of running contemporary games at reasonable settings and handling professional tasks. It supports up to four 4K displays, enhancing its multitasking capability. For connectivity, the A7 features a USB 4 Type-C port that supports 100W PD charging and DisplayPort 1.4 for video output.
Specification |
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SoC (Option 1) | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS 8-core/16-thread processor up to 4.0GHz with 16MB cache, AMD Radeon 780M Graphics; TDP: 35 to 54W |
SoC (Option 2) | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS 8-core/16-thread processor up to 3.8GHz with 16MB cache, AMD Radeon 780M Graphics; TDP: 35 to 54W |
System Memory | Up to 64GB dual-channel DDR5-5600 via 262-pin SODIMM sockets |
Storage | Up to 2TB NVMe PCIe x4 Gen 4 SSD Full-size SD card reader |
Video Output | 2x HDMI 2.0 ports up to 4Kp60 2x USB-C ports with DisplayPort Alt. mode |
Audio | 3.5mm audio jack, digital audio via HDMI ports |
Connectivity | 2.5GbE RJ45 port via a Realtek RTL8125BG-CG controller WiFI 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 |
USB | 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports 1x USB 4 Gen3 Type-C port 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A port |
Misc | Power button with LED, Kensington lock |
Power Supply | 19V (120W) via DC jack |
Dimensions | 112.4 x 112.4 x 37 mm |