Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) edges out Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) in 2026, led by price, memory capacity, and storage capacity.
It has the clearer edge on price, memory capacity, and storage capacity, and it stays ahead on its broader overall balance. Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) is still relevant if you care most about rating and memory speed, but Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) is the stronger recommendation overall. Overall, Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) makes more sense for most people.
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| Feature | Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) | Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $359.00 | $349.00 | Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.2 | Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) |
| Memory Speed | 3200 MT/s | 2900 MT/s | Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) |
| Memory Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB | Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) |
| Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 500 GB | Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Celeron 7305 | Intel N150 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics (24 EUs) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Single-channel | Single-channel | Tie |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 | Tie |
10% OFF
$359.00
$399.00
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s
- - Price: $359.00 vs $349.00
- - Memory Capacity: 4 GB vs 16 GB
Winner
$349.00
- + Price: $349.00
- + Memory Capacity: 16 GB
- + Storage Capacity: 500 GB
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
- - Memory Speed: 2900 MT/s vs 3200 MT/s
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) or Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB)?
Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, memory capacity, and storage capacity.
What is the biggest difference between Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) and Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) lists $359.00, while Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) lists $349.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) is listed at $359.00, while Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) is listed at $349.00. Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) (better spec).
Who should buy Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)?
Choose Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) if your priority is rating and memory speed and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB)?
Choose Beelink Mini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB) if your priority is price and memory capacity and that matters more than rating.
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- 41 specs compared
- 38 filters
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$699.90
AsusNUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
$1902.44
MINISFORUMMS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX 96GB + 2TB)
$2099.00
AsusNUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
$949.99
AsusROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
$2599.00
BeelinkMini S12 Pro (N100 16GB + 500GB)
$339.00
AsusNUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
$1101.00
GeekomIT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
$1399.00
BeelinkSER8 (32GB + 1TB)
$939.00
BeelinkSER9 Pro (24GB + 1TB)
$689.00
AppleMac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
$979.99
AppleMac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
$1569.00
AppleMac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
$1273.46
BeelinkSER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB)
$389.00
GMKtecNucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)
$599.99
GeekomGT1 Mega Ultra 9
10% OFF$949.00$854.10
BeelinkMini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)
$289.00
MINISFORUMMS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
$3799.00
GeekomA9 Mega (128GB + 2TB)
5% OFF$3999.00$3799.04
GMKtecNucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)
28% OFF$459.99$329.99
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4.0(79)$5998.96- Mini PCsAsus
Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)
4.4(35)10% OFF$399.00$359.00 - Mini PCsAsus
NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
5.0(2)$949.99 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
4.1(29)$1299.99- Mini PCsAsus
NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
5.0(5)$1902.44 - Mini PCsAsus
NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
$1101.00 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)
$1549.00
Mini PCsAsusNUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)
$2799.00- Mini PCsAsus
ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
5.0(2)$2599.00 
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5060 32GB + 1TB)
$2499.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5070 Ti 32GB + 1TB)
$3199.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
3.6(4)$3699.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)
$4999.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 1TB)
4.1(12)10% OFF$3899.00$3499.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
3.5(3)$3882.41
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 Ti 32GB + 2TB)
3.9(8)$3399.99
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)
2.9(14)26% OFF$5299.00$3925.28
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3.6(35)$899.99
RoutersAsusROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
4.3(603)$684.99
RoutersAsusROG Strix GS-BE12000
4.2(133)16% OFF$399.99$337.19
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4.3(702)$629.00
Mini PCsBeelinkGTi14 (32GB + 1TB)
4.0(30)$1049.00
Mini PCsBeelinkGTi15 Ultra (64GB + 1TB)
4.3(33)$1499.00
Mini PCsBeelinkGTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
4.3(218)$1949.00
Mini PCsBeelinkGTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB)
3.0(17)$3639.00- Mini PCsBeelink
Mini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)
4.5(262)$289.00 - Mini PCsBeelink
Mini S12 Pro (N100 16GB + 500GB)
5.0(2)$339.00 
Mini PCsBeelinkMini S13 (N150 16GB + 500GB)
4.2(33)$349.00
Mini PCsBeelinkSEi14 (32GB + 1TB)
4.3(33)$829.00
Mini PCsBeelinkSER10 Max (32GB + 1TB)
5% OFF$1299.00$1229.00
Mini PCsBeelinkSER3 (16GB + 500GB)
4.4(480)10% OFF$299.00$269.00- Mini PCsBeelink
SER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB)
4.6(37)$389.00 - Mini PCsBeelink
SER8 (32GB + 1TB)
4.8(8)$939.00 
Mini PCsBeelinkSER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)
$1149.00- Mini PCsBeelink
SER9 Pro (24GB + 1TB)
4.8(7)$689.00