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Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) vs Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
Between Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) and Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB), Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on rating, memory type, and memory capacity. What pushes it ahead is rating, memory type, and memory capacity, and storage capacity keeps the advantage from looking narrow. There is still a case for Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB), but mainly if price is what you value most. For most setups, Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) is the smarter buy.
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FeatureAsus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)Winner
Price$402.99$629.00Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)
Rating4.44.5Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)
Memory TypeDDR4DDR5Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)
Memory Capacity4 GB24 GBBeelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)
Storage Capacity128 GB512 GBBeelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)
CPU ModelIntel Celeron 7305Intel Core 3 304Different strengths
GPU ModelIntel UHD GraphicsIntel Xe3-LPGDifferent strengths

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) or Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)?

Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, memory type, and memory capacity.

What is the biggest difference between Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) and Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) lists $402.99, while Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) lists $629.00.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) is listed at $402.99, while Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) is listed at $629.00. Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) (better spec).

Who should buy Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)?

Choose Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)?

Choose Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) if your priority is rating and memory type and that matters more than price.

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