Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) over Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB), driven by memory type, memory speed, and memory capacity.
It has the clearer edge on memory type, memory speed, and memory capacity, and it stays ahead on storage capacity. Choose Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) only if price matters more to you than the broader advantage from Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB). For the average buyer, Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) is the safer choice.
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| Feature | Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $359.00 | $1149.00 | Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5 | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Speed | 3200 MT/s | 5600 MT/s | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 4 GB | 64 GB | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 1 TB | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Celeron 7305 | AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Single-channel | Dual-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M (12 CUs) | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.4 | Tie |
10% OFF
$359.00
$399.00
- + Price: $359.00
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
- - Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s vs 5600 MT/s
Winner
$1149.00
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- + Memory Capacity: 64 GB
- - Price: $1149.00 vs $359.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) or Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)?
Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for memory type, memory speed, and memory capacity.
What is the biggest difference between Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) and Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) lists $359.00, while Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) lists $1149.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus Chromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB) is listed at $359.00, while Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) is listed at $1149.00. 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 memory type.
Who should buy Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)?
Choose Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) if your priority is memory type and memory speed and that matters more than price.
Full comparison table
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- 38 filters
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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
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$339.00
AsusNUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
$1100.84
GeekomIT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
$1399.00
BeelinkSER9 Pro (24GB + 1TB)
$689.00
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$979.99
AppleMac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
$1569.00
AppleMac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
$1273.46
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$389.00
GMKtecNucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)
$599.99
GeekomGT1 Mega Ultra 9
10% OFF$949.00$854.10
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$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
GMKtecNucBox M2 Pro S (16GB + 1TB)
$499.98
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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)
$1100.84 
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$3899.99
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3.6(35)$899.99
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4.3(603)$684.99
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4.2(133)16% OFF$399.99$337.19
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4.3(702)$629.00
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4.0(30)$1049.00
Mini PCsBeelinkGTi15 Ultra (64GB + 1TB)
4.3(33)$1499.00
Mini PCsBeelinkGTi15 Ultra (96GB + 2TB)
4.3(219)$1949.00
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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)
$1299.00
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 PCsBeelinkSER8 (32GB + 1TB)
4.4(4)$939.00
Mini PCsBeelinkSER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)
4.4(172)$1149.00- Mini PCsBeelink
SER9 Pro (24GB + 1TB)
4.8(7)$689.00