Geekom IT15 Review: Powerful Mini PC with Intel Ultra 9 & Arc Graphics

The world of mini PCs continues to evolve, and the new Geekom IT15 is no exception. Compact, powerful, and well-equipped, it stands out as a serious contender for anyone seeking high performance in a small form factor. Here's our full review.

Unboxing and Design

Inside the box, you’ll find:

• The Geekom IT15 Mini PC

• A 120W power adapter

• An HDMI cable

• A VESA mounting bracket

• Standard documentation

In terms of design, the IT15 has a clean, conservative look, very similar to the IT13. Its metal structure and plastic top cover offer impressive durability. Geekom even offers a 3-year warranty and boasts about extreme durability tests.

Comparison with Other Geekom Models

The IT15 stands out with its high-end specs compared to:

• Geekom A8: More stylish and compact.

• GT1 Mega: Bigger and with more ports.

• IT13: Same size, but less powerful than the IT15.

Connectivity and Cooling

The IT15 offers a wide range of ports:

• 2 x USB 4 (40 Gbps, 8K video, Power Delivery)

• 2 x HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz)

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1 x USB 2.0

• 1 x SD card reader

• 1 x RJ45 2.5Gb Ethernet

• 1 x 3.5mm audio jack

Its active cooling system, "IceBlast 2.0," includes a large heatsink, heatpipes, and quiet fans.

Internal Access

Easy access with just 4 screws to reveal:

• 2 x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots (up to 64GB)

• 1 x M.2 2280 Gen4 SSD

• 1 slot for a second SSD

• Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4

No SATA 2.5" support—logical for heat reduction and prioritizing SSDs.

Benchmarks and Performance

OS: Windows 11 Pro preinstalled

• Unigine Heaven: 78 FPS average — impressive for an integrated GPU

• Nova Bench: Solid overall score, lower in DirectX

• Cinebench R23: 14,623 Multi-Core / 2,171 Single-Core (Top-ranked on Québec Test)

• GeekBench 6: 3,116 (Single) / 15,507 (Multi)

• CrystalDiskMark: 4066 MB/s read, 3595 MB/s write

Video Editing and Office Use

Great for professionals:

• 4K export (2m31) completed in 17 seconds using Quick Sync

• Zero lag during multitasking, smooth multi-monitor setup

Perfect for editing, graphic design, AI workflows, and heavy office work.

Gaming

Not a dedicated gaming PC, but surprisingly capable:

• Forza Horizon 5 (1080p, high): 43 FPS

• Tomb Raider: Playable with lowered details

• Overwatch 2: Very smooth even in competitive settings

Enable XeSS or FSR on compatible games for a 10–20% performance boost.

Pricing

• Canada : 1600 $ CAD (modèle unique)

  • GEEKOM Canada

  • Amazon Canada

• France : 900 € (Ultra 5 / 1 To), 1100 € (Ultra 9 / 2 To)

  • GEEKOM France

  • Amazon France

✅ Pros and ❌ Cons

Pros:

• Ultra-powerful CPU with AI Boost

• Arc 140T GPU with ray tracing + XeSS

• Extensive connectivity

• Quiet, compact, and extremely durable

• 3-year warranty

Cons:

• No front USB-C port

• No HDMI 2.1

• Price is on the high side

• Lacks originality in design

Conclusion

The Geekom IT15 is an impressive mini PC that balances power and versatility. Ideal for professionals, content creators, and even casual gamers. Despite a few minor drawbacks, it checks nearly all the boxes.

A top pick for 2025 if you're looking for a compact, future-ready powerhouse (Wi-Fi 7, USB4, AI acceleration).