Updated November 2026
Data from the official Beelink site.
2026 verdict
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) brings the stronger, more upgradable CPU to this Beelink-against-Beelink matchup, while the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) is the networking and efficiency specialist.
The SEi14 pairs a Core Ultra 9 185H with 32GB of DDR5 that reaches 96GB, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4, and it earns the better owner reception. The EQi 304 answers with a 10 Gigabit port, dual Thunderbolt 4, two free M.2 slots and an internal 85W power supply in a 500 gram chassis, but its five-core Core 3 304 is an efficiency part rather than a performance one. Both run Windows 11 Pro and both are small enough to hide behind a monitor. Pick the Beelink SEi14 for CPU-heavy work and a long memory upgrade path, and the Beelink EQi 304 for a quiet, fast-networked always-on box.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Warranty3×Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)3 years vs 1 year
- Storage Capacity2×Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB)1 TB vs 512 GB
- Memory Capacity+33%Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB)32 GB vs 24 GB
| Feature | Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) | Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.2 | 5.0 | Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Capacity | 24 GB | 32 GB | Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 1 TB | Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core 3 304 | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Xe3-LPG | Intel Arc Graphics | Different strengths |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | Tie |
| NPU Model | NPU Intel AI Boost | NPU Intel AI Boost | Tie |
What the differences mean
CPU
A Core Ultra 9 185H in the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) against a five-core Core 3 304 in the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB). The SEi14 is the performance machine, while the EQi targets low power draw for always-on duty.
Memory
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) ships 32GB of DDR5 and reaches 96GB, where the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) ships 24GB of DDR5 and reaches 64GB. The SEi14 has both more out of the box and a higher ceiling.
Storage
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD, while the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) pairs 512GB of onboard flash with two free M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slots. The EQi is the more flexible base for multiple drives.
Networking
A 10 Gigabit port plus a 2.5G port on the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) outpace the single 2.5G port on the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB). For a file server on a fast home network, the EQi is the one built for it.
Ports and power
The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) has two Thunderbolt 4 ports and an internal 85W power supply, while the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) offers Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 from an external 120W adapter. Native HDMI and DisplayPort outputs favor the SEi14.
Warranty
The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) is covered for three years against one year on the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB), which is worth weighing for an always-on machine.
Which one to buy if
- you run virtual machines or creative software
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) pairs a Core Ultra 9 with 32GB of DDR5 that reaches 96GB.
- you run a 10 Gigabit home network
The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) has a 10G port plus 2.5G Ethernet and dual Thunderbolt 4.
- you want native HDMI and DisplayPort outputs
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has both HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 built in.
- you want an always-on low-power server
The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) combines an efficiency CPU, an internal power supply and a three-year warranty.
- you want the most memory headroom
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) supports up to 96GB of DDR5 against 64GB on the Beelink EQi 304.
$769.00
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 5.0
- - Memory Capacity: 24 GB vs 32 GB
Winner
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- + Rating: 5.0
- + Memory Capacity: 32 GB
- + Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
What owners say
Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) owners praise it as a compact workhorse: it handles multitasking, virtual machines and creative software without strain, and many run it as an always-on Proxmox or Plex server. The 32GB of dual-channel memory and Thunderbolt 4 come in for specific mention. Against that, the most common complaint is fan noise under sustained load, a few report inconsistent performance, and there is no VESA mount, SD slot or Kensington lock in the box.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) or Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB)?
They suit different jobs. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) is the faster, more expandable machine, while the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) wins on networking, storage slots, warranty and power efficiency.
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink EQi 304 and the Beelink SEi14?
The processor. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) uses a Core Ultra 9 185H for performance workloads, while the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) uses a five-core efficiency chip aimed at low-power always-on use.
Which has better networking, the Beelink EQi 304 or the Beelink SEi14?
The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB), with a 10 Gigabit port alongside a 2.5G port and two Thunderbolt 4 connections. The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB) has a single 2.5G Ethernet port.
Which has more memory room, the Beelink EQi 304 or the Beelink SEi14?
The Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB), which ships 32GB of DDR5 and supports up to 96GB. The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) ships 24GB and supports 64GB.
Who should buy the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)?
Anyone who wants a quiet, low-power box for a fast home network, a NAS front end or an always-on desktop, with an internal power supply and room for extra drives.
Who should buy the Beelink SEi14 (32GB + 1TB)?
Buyers who need CPU power and a high memory ceiling for virtualization, creative work or a homelab server, and who value HDMI and DisplayPort outputs.
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