- GMK G3 Pro uses a seven-year-old dual-core Comet Lake i3 processor
- Intel UHD Graphics 620 can’t match modern integrated GPU performance levels
- Memory options are flexible, supporting up to 64GB in two SO-DIMM slots
GMKtec has launched the G3 Pro, an entry-level mini PC powered by Intel Core i3-10110U, a dual-core, quad-thread processor from the Comet Lake series.
That CPU is more than six years old, but it still offers basic processing power for light tasks like web browsing, document editing, and multimedia playback.
The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 lags behind modern iGPUs in performance, but can still handle standard video playback and everyday graphics workloads.
Memory and storage options
Despite its older processor, the G3 Pro supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory in two SO-DIMM slots.
Storage options are also generous, with two M.2 slots that can each hold up to 4TB of SSD, allowing for a total capacity of 8TB, and users can also choose pre-configured options with 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD or 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, offering flexibility for different usage scenarios.
The G3 Pro includes a decent selection of ports, including four USB 3.2 Type-A ports, two HDMI ports, a 2.5G Ethernet port, and a 3.5mm audio jack, and also supports Bluetooth 5.2 and WiFi 6, allowing for reliable wireless connections.
The device measures 114x106x42.5mm, maintaining a compact profile suitable for tight desk spaces or portable setups.
The G3 Pro feels like a device designed for casual computing without demanding high-end hardware, with its design and specifications catering to users who want a compact device with ample memory and storage while keeping costs down.
If you need a mini PC for serious tasks like video editing, gaming, or professional workstation use, you should avoid this model.
Despite its limitations, the G3 Pro costs around $130 for the barebone configuration in China, with upgrades driving up the price, and feels overpriced compared to competing models that offer better hardware out of the box, around $150.
For example, the GMKtec G3 Plus with an Intel N150 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD sells for around $126 and includes usable memory and storage without requiring additional purchases.
Similarly, the Kamrui GK3 Plus with Intel N95, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD drops to about $132 with coupons and offers double the RAM and ample SSD capacity for casual tasks.
This makes the G3 Pro less attractive to hobbyists and casual users who want the flexibility of a mini PC.
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