# GEEKOM IT13 Max review – Part 2: An Intel Core Ultra 9 185H mini PC tested with Windows 11 Pro (in 2026)

> Source: <https://www.cnx-software.com/2026/08/11/geekom-it13-max-review-part-2-an-intel-core-ultra-9-185h-mini-pc-tested-with-windows-11-pro-in-2026/>
> Published: 2026-08-11 10:21:05+00:00

We previously checked out the hardware of the GEEKOM IT13 Max mini PC with an unboxing and teardown of the 16-core Intel Core Ultra 9 185H mini PC in the first part of the review, before booting it up to Windows 11 Pro. We’ve now had time to test it in more detail. So we will report our experience with the GEEKOM IT13 Max on Windows 11 Pro, covering feature testing, system performance benchmarks, AI benchmarks, YouTube 4K and 8K video playback in Firefox, 2.5GbE and WiFi 6 network performance testing, and thermal performance, as well as measurements of fan noise and power consumption. Since we had already reviewed the GEEKOM GT1 Mega mini PC with the same Intel Meteor Lake CPU in 2024, we’ll compare the results to report any improvements or regressions since then. Software Overview and Feature Testing The System->About window confirms we have an “IT13_Max” computer [...]

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