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Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) vs Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)

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Updated October 2026
Data from the official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
ChromeOS 4 GB box versus a 96 GB 10G workstation.
Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
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Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
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Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) is the mini PC that leads this comparison, with 96 GB DDR5 at 5600 MT/s, 2 TB of storage, 2x 10G Ethernet. Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) ships an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H with 96 GB DDR5 at 5600 MT/s and 2 TB, plus 2x 10G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7. Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) counters with an Intel Celeron 7305, 4 GB DDR4 at 3200 MT/s and 128 GB, Gigabit Ethernet, running ChromeOS rather than Windows 11 Pro. Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) still has a case when you want a lower price and stronger owner reviews. Buy the Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) if you want a compact Windows workstation, virtualization headroom or 10 Gigabit networking; buy the Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) if you need a managed ChromeOS terminal rather than a Windows workstation.
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The biggest differences

Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.

  • Memory Capacity24×Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)96 GB vs 4 GB
  • Storage Capacity16×Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)2 TB vs 128 GB
FeatureAsus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)Winner
Memory TypeDDR4DDR5Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
Memory Speed3200 MT/s5600 MT/sBeelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
Memory Capacity4 GB96 GBBeelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
Storage Capacity128 GB2 TBBeelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
CPU ModelIntel Celeron 7305Intel Core Ultra 9 285HDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationSingle-channelDual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel UHD GraphicsIntel Arc 140TDifferent strengths
Rating4.44.4Tie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) or Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)?

The Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) is the better overall mini PC in this pairing, ahead on memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage capacity. The Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) remains the pick when you want the more affordable machine.

What is the biggest difference between Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) and Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)?

The processors and the kits around them. Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) uses an Intel Celeron 7305 with 4 GB DDR4 at 3200 MT/s and 128 GB, while Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) uses an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H with 96 GB DDR5 at 5600 MT/s and 2 TB.

How do Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) and Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) compare on memory and storage?

Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) includes 4 GB DDR4 at 3200 MT/s and 128 GB. Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) includes 96 GB DDR5 at 5600 MT/s and 2 TB. Maximum memory is 16 GB versus 128 GB.

Which mini PC has better networking, Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) or Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)?

Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) has Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6E. Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) has 2x 10G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7. Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet is the structural networking gap.

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

Choose the Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) when price and rating are the priority. It ships ChromeOS. Choose the Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) instead when memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage capacity matter more.

Who should buy the Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)?

Choose the Beelink GTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB) when memory type, memory speed, memory capacity and storage capacity are the priority. It ships Windows 11 Pro. Choose the Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) instead when price and rating matter more.

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