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Known for its wide range of mini PCs (some of which have made it to our list of the best mini PCs), Geekom has now made its first foray into laptops this year with the GeekBook X16 Pro and smaller GeekBook X14 Pro, which mimic Apple’s naming convention while sporting Microsoft’s operating system.
We at Windows Central have tested and reviewed several of Geekom’s mini PCs over the years and have been impressed with the company’s offerings, so we were curious to check out its new laptops.
Rebecca Spear (She/Her)
I’ve spent the last nine years testing and reviewing various tech. My experience allows me to determine when a device is built well and whether or not it’s worth spending your hard-earned money on.
This review was made possible thanks to a review sample provided by Geekom, which had no input nor saw the contents of this review prior to publication.
My Geekom GeekBook X16 Pro review
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Design & Price ⭐⭐⭐⭐
With its sleek chassis, full number pad, and lightweight, the GeekBook X16 Pro is a classy-looking laptop, with a design that fits into any casual or formal setting.
Geekom GeekBook X16 Pro specs
• Display: 16-inch IPS LCD, 16:10, WQXGA (2560 x 1600) resolution, up to 120Hz refresh rate, 400 nits, 100% of sRGB
• CPU: Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (16 cores, 22 threads, up to 5.1GHz Turbo Boost)
• NPU: Intel AI Boost (Up to 34 TOPS)
• GPU: Intel Arc GPU
• Memory: Up to 32GB LPDDR5 @ 7,500MT/s
• Storage: Up to 2TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
• Features: Windows Hello facial recognition, MUX Switch support, per-key RGB lighting
• Dimensions: 35.3 x 24.9 x 0.68cm (13.9 x 9.8 x 0.27in)
• Weight: 1.27 kg (2.8 pounds)
• Starting price: $1,399.00 at Amazon
There are two configurations available for this 16-inch laptop, purchasable at both Amazon and Geekom’s website. The first features an Intel Core Ultra 5-125H processor with Intel Arc Graphics, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. It has an MSRP of $1,399, but is selling for $1,149.00 at Geekom at the time of writing.
The second configuration features an Intel Core Ultra 9-185H with Intel Arc Graphics, 32GB RAM, and 2TB SSD. This more premium option has an MSRP of $1,599.00, but is also on sale at the time of writing for $1,349.00 at Geekom.
You can get 10% off this laptop when buying from Amazon or Geekom using code WINDX16PRO. The discount code is valid until it expires on March 5, 2026.
Although less expensive than some AI laptops on the market, the GeekBook laptops also use older 100 Series Intel Core Ultra processors, which feels like an odd choice given that 200 Series were standard in 2025 and Intel just revealed its Core Ultra 300 Series chips at CES 2026 for this year’s laptops. In other words, the 100 Series is old in tech years.
Typically, laptops with these 100 Series chips range from $800 to $1,800, depending on the other specs involved. As such, what you’re getting with the X16 Pro is a more affordable 16-inch AI laptop than the latest Core Ultra Series 300 flagship offerings put out by the likes of Lenovo, Dell, HP, and other OEMs. As long as you don’t need the latest and greatest AI processors to fit your needs, this laptop can be a more affordable choice while still netting you an AI PC.
Connectivity-wise, a healthy range of ports that includes two USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, an HDMI port, an audio jack, and a microSD card reader provides ample opportunities for displays and accessories. Even so, the laptop only weighs 1.27kg (2.8 pounds) and is only 0.68cm (0.27in) thick, making it easy to transport.
Overall, the GeekBook X16 Pro offers a sleek design with plenty of ports while not costing as much as some of 2026’s other latest 16-inch AI laptops.
Display ⭐⭐⭐⭐
You won’t be wowed by the GeekBook X16 Pro’s IPS LCD display, but it definitely gets the job done without eliciting any negative comments, with a respectable color range, peak brightness, 2.5k resolution, wide viewing angle, 120Hz refresh rate, and 16:10 aspect ratio.
In a color gamut test using a colorimeter, the display produced 98% of sRGB, 74% of AdobeRGB, and 74% of P3. Meanwhile, in a brightness and contrast test, it produced 425 nits peak brightness and 1250:1 contrast.
As I previously said, it isn’t a premium screen experience, but it’s well-suited to most office, school, and personal uses.
Performance ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Is the GeekBook X16 Pro one of the most powerful laptops of 2026? No, it certainly isn’t, especially considering it uses older 100 Series Intel Core Ultra processors that were released in 2023.
However, this laptop does offer solid performance that you can rely on, as long as you don’t need the very latest and greatest hardware. I regularly used it to edit images in Photoshop, browse the internet, watch shows, and type up assignments, and it never gave me any issues in the dozens of hours I used it.
- Geekbench 6 — 2,375 single-core | 7,926 multi-core
- Cinebench R24 — 103 single-core | 685 multi-core
- 3DMark Time Spy — 4,109 score
- CrossMark — 1,865 score
- CrystalDiskMark — Read: 6,994MB/s | Write: 6,121MB/s
- Handbrake — 3,428 seconds
As far as thermals go, the laptop has never felt hot to the touch while I’m typing or it’s set on my lap, even when I’ve stressed the CPU for 20 minutes straight.
That said, my biggest complaint with the GeekBook X16 Pro is its loud fans, which turn on at the least provocation and are accompanied by a high-pitched whine that can be hard to listen to.
Battery life ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Over the course of two weeks, I used the laptop from a full battery until it turned off a few times to get a feel for its real-world battery life.
While doing typical activities like surfing the web, typing up articles, and working within projects in Photoshop, the laptop tended to last around 10 hours and 53 minutes, which isn’t the longest we’ve seen, but definitely long enough to keep up with a typical workday.
Keyboard & touchpad ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
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Overall, the keyboard buttons press down nicely and are well-spaced. However, I did have to get used to the placement of the Shift and Enter keys, which I accidentally kept pressing when I didn’t mean to.
The keyboard also offers several useful function keys, media control keys, and a full number pad. Altogether, these features make this laptop incredibly convenient to use.
Meanwhile, a large and responsive touchpad not only makes navigation convenient but also ensures that I can make all of the selections I need without having to reattempt my efforts.
Software & AI ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Unlike other computer manufacturers, Geekom doesn’t load up its devices with a bunch of unnecessary extra software, but there are a few programs to be aware of, including Geekom PC Manager, DTS Sound Unbound, and DTS:X Ultra. As you can surmise, the first program mentioned helps you check laptop hardware performance, adjust settings, and make it easier to update drivers or run system cleanups.
Meanwhile, the two DTS programs help you maintain and manage the DTS audio system. You can change to different presets and adjust EQ settings until the speakers sound the way you want them to.
Since the GeekBook X16 Pro uses an AI processor with an NPU (neural processing unit), it is technically an AI PC, but since that processor is a two-times previous-gen chip, it doesn’t offer the very best AI processing. Still, it can handle certain AI tasks better than non-AI laptops.
Everything else ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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It’s not always guaranteed that a laptop will have a physical webcam cover, but the GeekBook X16 Pro does, so you can better ensure your privacy by sliding it into position.
While not the most impressive speakers, microphone, and webcam I’ve ever used, I was able to communicate and listen to my co-workers clearly during video calls. The audio gets plenty loud and works effectively when listening to music or streaming shows as well. Meanwhile, the webcam does a decent job with accurate coloring as long as I’m in a well-lit room. Just note that it does not support Windows Hello facial login.
However, the power button above the keyboard’s right side also doubles as a fingerprint reader. I set up this biometric login option when I first booted up the laptop, and it’s worked accurately to quickly log me in every time I’ve used it.
Geekom GeekBook X16 Pro: My final thoughts
✅You should buy this if …
- You want a reliable AI laptop that doesn’t cost as much as other options.
- You’d prefer a laptop with a full number pad and a fingerprint reader.
❌You should not buy this if …
- You specifically are looking for a laptop with the latest and greatest AI processors.
- You’re looking for a laptop that supports facial recognition login.
While other laptop manufacturers are releasing new flagship devices with the latest AI chips, the GeekBook offers solid performance at a lower price by utilizing older processors.
There’s still ample memory and storage to keep up with modern office, school, and personal workflows, and the laptop’s performance is solid, even if it isn’t the most impressive option out there. It would be better if the fans weren’t as loud and if it supported facial recognition in addition to the fingerprint reader.
Still, there’s no denying that the GeekBook X16 Pro is a reliable laptop with plenty of useful features.
With its Intel Core Ultra 9-185H AI processor, Intel Arc Graphics, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD, and 16-inch IPS display, the GeekBook X16 Pro makes for a more affordable AI laptop that still offers ample memory and storage space.
DISCOUNT: 10% off at Amazon or Geekom using code WINDX16PRO, expires March 5, 2026.
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