Updated November 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
Storage and memory headroom decide this one: the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) outguns the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) with quadruple the SSD space and 8GB more RAM, running on a Ryzen 9 8945HS built for heavier creative and multitasking work than this mini PC category typically sees. The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) is the more affordable of the two and keeps its networking advantage, with a 10 Gigabit Ethernet port and dual Thunderbolt 4 against the A8 Max's dual 2.5G Ethernet and Thunderbolt-free USB4 ports. Both use DDR5 memory, both carry a three-year warranty, and both stay quiet under everyday use according to owner feedback. Buyers who need more storage and memory for demanding, non-gaming workloads should choose the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9); buyers who want a lower price and faster wired networking should choose the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB).
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Storage Capacity4×Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)2 TB vs 512 GB
- Memory Capacity+33%Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)32 GB vs 24 GB
| Feature | Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.2 | 3.8 | Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Capacity | 24 GB | 32 GB | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 2 TB | Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core 3 304 | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Xe3-LPG | AMD Radeon Graphics 780M | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | NPU Intel AI Boost | AMD XDNA AI Engine | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | Tie |
$769.00
- + Rating: 4.2
- - Memory Capacity: 24 GB vs 32 GB
- - Storage Capacity: 512 GB vs 2 TB
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- + Memory Capacity: 32 GB
- + Storage Capacity: 2 TB
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) or Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)?
The Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) comes out ahead overall, winning on memory capacity and storage capacity against the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB).
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink EQi 304 and the Geekom A8 Max?
Storage and CPU class. The Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) ships with a 2TB SSD and a Ryzen 9 8945HS built for heavier workloads, while the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB) ships with 512GB of onboard storage and a five-core efficiency processor.
Which has better wired networking?
The Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB), with a 10 Gigabit Ethernet port, a second 2.5G port and dual Thunderbolt 4. The Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9) has dual 2.5G Ethernet ports and no Thunderbolt.
How much memory does the Geekom A8 Max support?
Up to 64GB of DDR5, the same ceiling as the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB), though the A8 Max ships with 32GB installed against the EQi 304's 24GB.
Who should buy the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9)?
Buyers who need more storage and memory for demanding creative or multitasking workloads should choose the Geekom A8 Max (Ryzen 9).
Who should buy the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB)?
Buyers who want a lower price and the fastest wired networking with Thunderbolt 4 should choose the Beelink EQi 304 (24GB + 512GB).
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