GMKtec is preparing to launch the EVO-X3, a compact mini PC built around AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor. The system is aimed at buyers who need strong local AI performance, high memory capacity, and desktop-class processing in a small vertical chassis.
The EVO-X3 will officially launch on July 6, 2026, with prices starting at $3,600 for a configuration with 128GB of memory and a 2TB SSD. A higher-capacity version with 128GB of memory and a 4TB SSD will cost $3,849.
The price places the EVO-X3 firmly in the premium category, but its hardware is closer to a compact workstation than a typical mini PC.
Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Brings 16 CPU Cores and Radeon 8060S Graphics
The EVO-X3 uses AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395, a Strix Halo processor with 16 Zen 5 CPU cores and 32 threads. It also includes Radeon 8060S integrated graphics and a powerful neural processing unit for AI workloads.
GMKtec says the platform can deliver up to 126 TOPS of AI performance, which could make it suitable for local language models, AI image generation, developer tools, coding assistants, and other inference workloads that would normally require cloud services.
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 |
| CPU configuration | 16 cores and 32 threads |
| CPU architecture | Zen 5 |
| Integrated graphics | Radeon 8060S |
| AI performance | Up to 126 TOPS |
| Memory support | Up to 128GB LPDDR5X |
| Memory speed | Up to 8000 MT/s |
| Storage support | Up to 16TB |
| SSD slots | Two M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots |
The Radeon 8060S is one of AMD’s most capable integrated GPUs. It should offer useful performance for light and moderate gaming, accelerated creative workloads, video processing, and GPU-assisted AI tasks without requiring a separate graphics card.
OCuLink Adds Support for External GPUs
The EVO-X3 also includes an OCuLink port with PCIe 4.0 x4 connectivity. This gives buyers the option to attach an external graphics card, including newer NVIDIA RTX 40 and RTX 50 series GPUs.
That could make the mini PC more flexible for workloads that need more GPU memory or stronger graphics performance than the integrated Radeon 8060S can provide.
However, PCIe 4.0 x4 provides less bandwidth than a full desktop PCIe x16 slot. High-end GPUs may not perform at their full potential through the external connection.
| Feature | Expected benefit |
|---|---|
| OCuLink PCIe 4.0 x4 | External GPU expansion |
| Radeon 8060S iGPU | Built-in graphics for gaming and creative tasks |
| 128GB LPDDR5X | Large local AI model support |
| Dual M.2 slots | Faster storage expansion |
| USB4 | High-speed peripherals and display output |
| HDMI 2.1 | Modern display support |
| Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.4 | Wireless connectivity |
GMKtec Is Targeting Local AI Workloads
One of the key features is GMKtec’s Claw+Wrangler AI agent, which is designed to run locally rather than relying on cloud servers. That could appeal to businesses and developers who want more control over private data or want to avoid recurring cloud computing costs.
The system also supports dual 8K display output, USB4 connectivity, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, and up to 100W USB Power Delivery.
Pricing Makes It a Specialist Mini PC
The EVO-X3 will be available in two configurations:
| Configuration | Price |
|---|---|
| 128GB memory and 2TB SSD | $3,600 |
| 128GB memory and 4TB SSD | $3,849 |
The EVO-X3 is not designed for casual users looking for a low-cost mini PC. Its price is closer to a workstation, but the hardware reflects that. With a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, 128GB of LPDDR5X memory, fast storage, and external GPU support, it is built for demanding local AI, productivity, and creative workloads in a much smaller footprint than a traditional desktop tower.
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