Updated October 2026
Data from the official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) earns the nod over Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) on the strength of price, memory capacity, and storage capacity.
What pushes it ahead is price, memory capacity, and storage capacity, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) is still relevant if you care most about its specific feature mix, but Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) is the stronger recommendation overall. As a general recommendation, Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) comes out on top.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Memory Capacity4×Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)64 GB vs 16 GB
- Storage Capacity2×Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)1 TB vs 512 GB
| Feature | Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1176.90 | $1149.00 | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 64 GB | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 1 TB | Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core 5 210H | AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M (12 CUs) | Different strengths |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | Tie |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 5600 MT/s | Tie |
$1176.90
- - Price: $1176.90 vs $1149.00
- - Memory Capacity: 16 GB vs 64 GB
Winner
$1149.00
- + Price: $1149.00
- + Memory Capacity: 64 GB
- + Storage Capacity: 1 TB
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) or Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)?
Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, memory capacity, and storage capacity.
What is the biggest difference between Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) and Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) lists $1176.90, while Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) lists $1149.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) is listed at $1176.90, while Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) is listed at $1149.00. Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) (better spec).
Who should buy Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)?
Choose Asus NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB) if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB)?
Choose Beelink SER9 Max (64GB + 1TB) if your priority is price and memory capacity and that matters more than the competing advantages.
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