GMKtec EVO-X3 Mini PC Shows Strong SteamOS Gaming Performance at 1440p
The GMKtec EVO-X3 is shaping up to be one of the most powerful mini PCs available for gamers who want high-end performance in a compact desktop. After already showing impressive results in synthetic benchmarks and Windows-based gaming tests, the EVO-X3 has now been tested with SteamOS, and the results suggest that this small machine can work surprisingly well as a dedicated gaming PC.
At the heart of the GMKtec EVO-X3 is AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395, a powerful chip with a 16-core Zen 5 CPU and Radeon 8060S integrated graphics. The system also features 128 GB of RAM, with up to 96 GB allocated to the APU, giving the integrated GPU far more memory headroom than most conventional mini PCs. With a maximum TDP of 140 W, the EVO-X3 has enough power available to push demanding modern games at high resolutions and smooth frame rates.
SteamOS appears to be a strong match for this hardware. Since SteamOS is based on Linux, it can often deliver efficient resource management compared to Windows. This can help games run more smoothly, especially on systems that rely on integrated graphics. The lighter operating system overhead may also give the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and Radeon 8060S more room to perform, making the EVO-X3 feel more like a compact console-style gaming machine.
In Cyberpunk 2077, one of the more demanding open-world games even years after launch, the GMKtec EVO-X3 delivered performance close to 80 FPS at 1440p. The game was tested using high graphics settings with FSR set to Quality mode. For a mini PC running on integrated Radeon graphics, that is a standout result and shows how far AMD’s latest APU technology has come.
The performance remains strong in other AAA titles as well. Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered reportedly runs above 80 FPS at 1440p with Very High settings and FSR Quality enabled. That makes the EVO-X3 capable of delivering a smooth and visually rich experience without needing a dedicated graphics card.
Spider-Man 2 also performs well on the GMKtec EVO-X3. At 1440p resolution with Very High graphics settings and FSR Quality mode, the mini PC averages more than 85 FPS. This makes it a compelling option for players who want strong performance in modern action-adventure games while keeping their setup small and efficient.
These results show that the GMKtec EVO-X3 is more than just a productivity-focused mini PC. With SteamOS installed, it becomes a capable living-room gaming system or compact desktop replacement for users who want high frame rates at 1440p. The combination of the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, Radeon 8060S graphics, large memory allocation, and Linux-based gaming environment gives the EVO-X3 a major advantage in performance-per-liter.
For gamers looking for a small form factor PC that can handle demanding titles without relying on a bulky tower or discrete GPU, the GMKtec EVO-X3 is an exciting option. Its SteamOS performance suggests that high-quality 1440p gaming on a mini PC is becoming far more realistic, especially as AMD’s latest APU hardware continues to improve.
