Updated November 2026
Data from the official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) edges out Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) in 2026, led by memory type, memory speed, and memory capacity.
Its biggest wins come from memory type, memory speed, and memory capacity, and storage capacity adds more confidence to the verdict. The only strong reason to choose Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) is if price and rating are more important to you than the overall verdict. For most setups, Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) is the smarter buy.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Storage Capacity2×Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)1 TB vs 512 GB
- Memory Capacity+50%Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)24 GB vs 16 GB
| Feature | Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) | Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $979.99 | $999.00 | Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) |
| Rating | 5.0 | 4.4 | Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5 | Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Speed | 3200 MT/s | 5600 MT/s | Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 24 GB | Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 1 TB | Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core i7-1360P | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Single-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M (12 CUs) | Different strengths |
$979.99
- + Price: $979.99
- + Rating: 5.0
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs DDR5
- - Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s vs 5600 MT/s
Winner
$999.00
- + Memory Type: DDR5
- + Memory Speed: 5600 MT/s
- + Memory Capacity: 24 GB
- - Price: $999.00 vs $979.99
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 5.0
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) or Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)?
Beelink SER8 (24GB + 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 NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) and Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) lists $979.99, while Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) lists $999.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) is listed at $979.99, while Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) is listed at $999.00. Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) (better spec).
Who should buy Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)?
Choose Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than memory type.
Who should buy Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB)?
Choose Beelink SER8 (24GB + 1TB) if your priority is memory type and memory speed and that matters more than price.
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