Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Asus and Beelink sites.
2026 verdict
Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) wins the 2026 matchup against Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB), mainly on price, memory type, and memory speed.
It has the clearer edge on price, memory type, and memory speed, and it stays ahead on memory capacity and storage capacity. Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) is still relevant if you care most about rating, but Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) is the stronger recommendation overall. That makes Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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| Feature | Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) | Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $3699.00 | $3639.00 | Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) |
| Rating | 3.6 | 3.0 | Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X | Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) |
| Memory Speed | 6400 MT/s | 8000 MT/s | Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) |
| Memory Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB | Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 2 TB | Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU (16GB GDDR7) | AMD Radeon 8060S (40 CUs) | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | NPU Intel AI Boost | AMD XDNA 2 NPU | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
$3699.00
- + Rating: 3.6
- - Price: $3699.00 vs $3639.00
- - Memory Type: DDR5 vs LPDDR5X
Winner
$3639.00
- + Price: $3639.00
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5X
- + Memory Speed: 8000 MT/s
- - Rating: 3.0 vs 3.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) or Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB)?
Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, memory type, and memory speed.
What is the biggest difference between Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) and Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) lists $3699.00, while Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) lists $3639.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $3699.00, while Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) is listed at $3639.00. Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) (better spec).
Who should buy Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)?
Choose Asus ROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is rating and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB)?
Choose Beelink GTR9 Pro (128GB + 2TB) if your priority is price and memory type 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 PCsAsusChromebox 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 PCsAsus
ROG 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