GeeFarce 5027 POS: The Compact PC That Fits Inside a GPU and Offers Double the VRAM of the RTX 5090
Some of the most fascinating hardware projects come from the most unexpected ideas. CherryTree Inc., known for its creative and often eccentric custom PCs, has unveiled a particularly unusual build: the GeeFarce 5027 POS , which repurposes an old graphics card chassis into a fully functional mini PC — and it might just be one of the strangest yet most imaginative DIY computer mods in recent memory.
When Gamers Nexus received the unit for testing, they discovered that this isn’t just a gimmick — it’s a real working system housed inside what used to be a Gigabyte GeForce RTX 20-series (Turing) GPU. While the original graphics hardware is outdated — dating back around six years based on the cooler design — CherryTree gave it new life by embedding a compact NUC motherboard inside the GPU shell.
Under the hood, the system is built around the ASUS NUC 13 Pro , featuring Intel’s Core i7-1360P processor (Raptor Lake architecture), a 12-core, 16-thread chip with performance cores capable of boosting up to 5.0 GHz . It also includes Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics with 96 execution units running at up to 1.5 GHz , making it suitable for light gaming and productivity tasks.
To give the system some serious punch, CherryTree upgraded the memory and storage:
- 64GB DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM RAM
- 2TB TeamGroup MP33 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD
While the GeeFarce 5027 POS won’t replace a high-end gaming rig anytime soon, it represents a clever and environmentally conscious approach to reusing older hardware — turning what could have been e-waste into a unique computing experience.
Inside the Cooling, Ports, and Performance of the GeeFarce 5027 POS
CherryTree made only partial use of the original Gigabyte GPU’s cooling system. While the NUC motherboard didn’t make contact with the stock heatsink, the three built-in fans were repurposed to provide active cooling for the internal components — a smart workaround to ensure thermal performance inside such an unconventional chassis.
Despite its GPU-like form factor, the PCIe slot interface is non-functional , meaning the GeeFarce 5027 POS doesn’t act as a traditional graphics card. Instead, CherryTree converted the 8-pin PCIe power connector into a barrel adapter , allowing the device to draw power directly from a wall outlet. Additionally, a hardwired power button was added to the side of the unit, making it easy to switch on and off even when installed inside a PC case.
Full Port Access in a Compact Design
The NUC 13 Pro is mounted close to the I/O bracket of the original GPU, which means all ports remain accessible even when the GeeFarce 5027 POS is installed inside a desktop PC. The connectivity options mirror those of the standard NUC 13 Pro:
- 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports
- 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port
- 1 USB 2.0 Type-A port
- 2 HDMI 2.1 ports
- 1 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port (Intel I226-V controller)
This makes the system fully functional as a standalone mini PC — just housed inside a graphics card shell.
Can It Game? A Bit — But Don’t Expect Much
Despite the limitations of Intel’s Iris Xe integrated graphics , the GeeFarce 5027 POS is capable of running some games — albeit at modest settings. Gamers Nexus tested titles like Doom , Doom II , and Quantum Break , all of which ran surprisingly well considering the hardware.
In synthetic benchmarks, the Iris Xe naturally fell short when compared to a dedicated GPU like the GeForce RTX 2070 Super , but that’s expected given the system’s design. Power consumption remained reasonable, peaking at around 87W , with component temperatures reaching:
- 75°C for the P-cores
- 70°C for the E-cores
- 60°C for the GPU cores
A Fun Build With No Plans for Sale
As impressive as the project is, the GeeFarce 5027 POS remains a one-off creation by CherryTree intended more for fun and experimentation than commercial release. As of now, it’s not available for purchase through the company’s online store, making it more of a showcase piece or collector’s item than a product you can buy.
Still, it’s a great example of how creative modders can breathe new life into old hardware — turning what might have been electronic waste into a quirky, fully functional computer.