GMKtec G3 PRO, Core i3-10110U, 16GB, 512GB SSD
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
What Buyers Say
GMKtec G3 PRO, Core i3-10110U, 16GB, 512GB SSD
The GMKtec G3 mini PC offers impressive hardware for its price, with snappy performance and a compact design. However, some users experienced severe issues after Windows updates, including system lockups and boot loops, requiring technical expertise to resolve. Bluetooth connectivity problems were reported but often resolved after updates. Overall, it's a great value for basic tasks and specific uses like Clone Hero or as a server, but reliability concerns and the need for manual recovery may deter less technical users.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Compact and lightweight design
- Snappy performance for basic tasks
- Windows 11 Pro included
- Low power consumption
Cons
- Windows update can cause system lockups
- Bluetooth connectivity issues initially
- Limited storage for gaming
- RAM may be insufficient for heavy multitasking
- Product key may be invalidated after reinstall
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Mac Studio with M5 Max, praising its performance, especially for media production and 4K editing. The upgrade from older Macs or PCs is seen as a significant improvement, with many noting the speed and capability of the M5 Max chip. Some mention the value of catching it on sale, and the build quality and ecosystem integration are appreciated.
Pros
- Blazing fast M5 Max chip
- Excellent for 4K editing
- Smooth upgrade path
- Good value when on sale
- Reliable Apple build quality
Cons
- Pricey without sale
- Base storage may be limiting
- Latest macOS required for new features
Scores
Specifications
| GMKtec G3 PRO | Apple Mac Studio M5 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i3 10110U | Apple M5 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 18★ |
| Frequency | 4.1 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Intel Graphics 1000MHz | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mini | mini |
| PSU | — | 480W★ |
| Weight | 0.95 kg | 2.70 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | — | 6★ |
| USB Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 x 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2★ | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Ethernet | 2.5GbE | 10GbE |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
GMKtec G3 PRO, Core i3-10110U, 16GB, 512GB SSD
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (71st percentile)
- Below average cpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average ram (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average port selection (34th percentile)
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 25 specs.