GMKtec has launched the EVO X5 Pro, a compact workstation marketed as a desktop AI supercomputer powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor. The miniature powerhouse packs up to 192GB of unified LPDDR5X memory to run 320B parameter AI models locally. Early bird pricing starts at $6599 for international buyers.
Running massive language models on local hardware usually demands server racks or multiple graphics cards. GMKtec bypassed that requirement by tapping AMD Strix Halo silicon. The EVO X5 Pro pairs its flagship processor with 192GB of unified LPDDR5X 8533 memory. That memory pool gives developers enough bandwidth and capacity to deploy 320B parameter artificial intelligence models directly on their desks without cloud subscriptions.
Internal expansion is surprisingly generous for such a small desktop chassis. The unit holds 3 separate M.2 2280 slots for PCIe Gen4 solid state drives, allowing users to configure terabytes of fast storage for huge data sets. Port selection is equally heavy duty. You get 2 USB C ports operating at 80Gbps, 2 USB C ports running at 40Gbps, and 2 separate 10GbE RJ45 ethernet connections for fast local network transfers.
Commercial data regulations require strict security protocols, and GMKtec built the hardware to meet those demands. The system carries a discrete TPM 2.0 chip and a biometric fingerprint scanner to protect sensitive company files. IT administrators can also oversee remote fleets using out of band management tools. Reports spotted on ITHome show the machine includes system wide operation audit logging, meeting procurement rules for finance, healthcare, and government agencies.
International buyers can order the machine through promotional tiers before regular pricing takes over. The base configuration with 192GB of memory and a 2TB drive carries an early price tag of $6599, which rises to $6799 at standard retail. Upgrading to a 4TB storage drive pushes the early cost to $6899 against a standard price of $7099. A limited batch of 30 units is also available at an extra discount for the fastest buyers, with general retail shipments scheduled to kick off next month.
