GMKtech Launches NucBox K16 Mini PC With Ryzen 7 7735HS and OCuLink eGPU Support Starting at 679$
GMKtech is expanding its mini PC lineup with the new NucBox K16, a compact system built around AMD’s Ryzen 7 7735HS APU and positioned as a flexible mid range option for gamers, creators, and home office users who want strong everyday performance plus an upgrade path through external graphics.
The NucBox K16 is powered by the 8 core 16 thread Ryzen 7 7735HS, a Rembrandt Refresh part that pairs with RDNA 2 based Radeon 680M integrated graphics. For users who want more GPU horsepower than the iGPU can provide, GMKtech includes an OCuLink port on the front I O, enabling external GPU setups. That port is limited to PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 bandwidth, which is typically faster than Thunderbolt 4 style eGPU connections, though it still will not match the full bandwidth of a desktop PCIe Gen 4.0 x16 slot.
GMKtech is offering 2 configurations, both with 32 GB LPDDR5X memory, with storage options targeting different budgets. The 32 GB and 512 GB SSD model starts at 679$, while the 32 GB and 1 TB model is priced at 729$. Both variants are currently bundled with a free USB C PD 30W power adapter.
Thermals and power tuning also look designed for real world flexibility. GMKtech lists 3 performance modes, with a high performance mode up to 50 W for heavier workloads, a balance mode at 45 W for daily mixed use, and a silent mode at 35 W for lower noise and lower power tasks. For a small chassis, that kind of configurable power envelope is a practical win, especially for users who alternate between productivity sessions, light gaming, and media playback.
On connectivity, GMKtech is checking the right boxes for a modern compact workstation. The NucBox K16 includes USB4 Type C, multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, a 3.5 mm audio jack, dual LAN, WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.2, giving it solid coverage for docks, fast storage, wired networking, and wireless peripherals.
From a value perspective, the differentiator is clear: Ryzen 7 7735HS plus 32 GB LPDDR5X and OCuLink at this price point is a direct appeal to users who want a small footprint system now, with a credible path to higher end gaming later by adding an external GPU.
Would you buy a mini PC like the NucBox K16 for its compact size and OCuLink eGPU upgrade path, or would you rather step up to a larger system with a built in desktop GPU?
