Compare exact AMD and Intel configurations, different installed RAM and network-port counts.
The decision in brief
How the options differ
The selected A8 has Ryzen 7 8745HS with 32 GB / 1 TB. The IT13 Max selection has Core Ultra 9 185H with 16 GB DDR5 SO-DIMM / 1 TB. These are not equal-memory benchmarks, and the reused merchant URLs contain other configurations and older content.
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The buying guide
Package and specification details
Compare the actual board and memory package
IT13 Max also offers a 24 GB / 500 GB configuration with onboard LPDDR5. That is not the selected SO-DIMM package and must not inherit its upgrade path. Likewise, the A8 page offers other processors; the 8745HS selection does not inherit a review of an 8945HS unit.
The documented A8 has one USB4 port and one 2.5 Gb/s Ethernet connector; IT13 Max lists two of each. Both list two HDMI outputs. More ports can make cabling easier, but do not automatically double transfer speed or establish every simultaneous display mode.
The selected A8 page explicitly advertises Windows 11 Pro. IT13 Max states preinstalled Windows 11 without establishing the edition in the retrieved source. The latter is not silently upgraded to Pro in the catalogue. Confirm licence, regional cord and supplied accessories at purchase.
These manufacturer specifications do not establish measured performance, noise, long-term reliability or running cost. We have not independently tested these products. Check current prices, stock and operating-space instructions with the seller and manufacturer.
Documented memory technology and package-specific module layout.
Do not transfer SO-DIMM upgrade claims to a soldered LPDDR configuration. Verify the board revision before ordering replacement memory.
A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS 32 GB / 1 TB (US)DDR5 SO-DIMM; the selected option has 32 GB. Exact supplied module count was not established.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H 16 GB / 1 TB (US)DDR5 SO-DIMM design for the 16 GB / 1 TB option, not the onboard LPDDR5 24 GB / 500 GB board.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Supplied operating system
The OS and edition explicitly stated for the selected preconfigured unit.
Operating-system compatibility is not a supplied licence. Do not apply a preconfigured-unit claim to a barebones kit.
A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS 32 GB / 1 TB (US)Windows 11 Pro is stated for the selected preconfigured unit.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H 16 GB / 1 TB (US)Windows 11 is stated; the installed edition was not established.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Documented USB4 ports
Number of ports explicitly identified as USB4.
USB-C describes a connector, not a guaranteed USB4, display or charging capability. Check the specific port and cable.
Documented Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support for the selected hardware.
Wireless standards are not measured throughput, reception or driver support for every operating system.
A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS 32 GB / 1 TB (US)Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Published external adapter output and the required regional selection.
Adapter ratings are not idle or typical wall consumption. Confirm the US plug and do not assume a USB-C connector can power the computer.
A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS 32 GB / 1 TB (US)19 V / 6.32 A external adapter; confirm the US regional cord.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H 16 GB / 1 TB (US)19 V / 120 W external supply; confirm the US regional AC cord.Source · 2026-10-13GEEKOM: IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H US configuration and specificationsChecked 2026-10-13. We reviewed the official page text on the check date. Checkout options were not verified.
Questions to check before buying
A8 Ryzen 7 8745HS 32 GB / 1 TB (US)Read the source notes for the exact package and operating conditions.
IT13 Max Core Ultra 9 185H 16 GB / 1 TB (US)Read the source notes for the exact package and operating conditions.
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