- The GMK G3 Pro uses a seven-year-old dual-core Comet Lake i3 processor
- The Intel UHD 620 graphics cannot match modern integrated GPU performance levels
- The memory options are flexible and support up to 64 GB across two SO-DIMM slots
GMKtec has launched the G3 Pro, an entry-level mini PC powered by the Intel Core i3-10110U, a dual-core, four-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 such as web browsing, document editing and media playback.
The integrated Intel UHD 620 graphics lags behind modern iGPUs in performance, but can still handle standard video playback and daily graphics workloads.
Memory and storage options
Despite its older processor, the G3 Pro supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory across two SO-DIMM slots.
Storage options are also generous with two M.2 slots each accommodating up to 4TB SSDs, allowing a total capacity of 8TB, and users can also choose pre-configured options with 8GB RAM and a 256GB SSD or 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD, providing 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, providing reliable wireless connections.
Measuring 114x106x42.5mm, the device maintains a compact profile suitable for tight desk spaces or portable setups.
The G3 Pro feels like a device designed for casual computing without requiring high-end hardware, with its design and specifications suited 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 such as video editing, gaming or professional workstation use, you should avoid this model.
Despite its limitations, the G3 Pro costs around $130 for the barebones configuration in China, with upgrades pushing the price higher, and it feels overpriced compared to competing models that offer better out-of-the-box hardware near $150.
For example, the GMKtec G3 Plus with an Intel N150 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD sells for about $126 on sale and includes usable memory and storage without requiring additional purchases.
Similarly, the Kamrui GK3 Plus with an Intel N95, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD drops to around $132 with coupons and delivers twice as much RAM and plenty of SSD capacity for casual tasks.
This makes the G3 Pro less appealing to hobbyists and casual users who want the flexibility of a mini PC.
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