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Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) vs Geekom IT13 (2TB)

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Updated November 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
The Geekom IT13 (2TB) takes this mini PC matchup on memory ceiling and storage, and the gap in expandability is the story.
Geekom IT13 (2TB)
Winner
Geekom IT13 (2TB)
€1995.51
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It ships 32 GB of DDR4 against 16 GB and 2 TB of storage against 480 GB, with a 64 GB memory ceiling and three drive bays, plus a Core i9-13900HK, Iris Xe graphics, two USB4 ports, Wi-Fi 6E and a three-year warranty. The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) is the cheaper and more frugal box, with an internal 85W supply, two Gigabit Ethernet ports and two HDMI outputs at 4K 60Hz. Owners of the Geekom IT13 (2TB) use it for 4K editing, music production and Plex, and call it quiet and powerful, while warning about heat under load and inconsistent support. Choose the Geekom IT13 (2TB) for creative work or an always-on server, and the Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) for a cheap dual-screen desktop.
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The biggest differences

Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.

  • Storage Capacity4.3×Geekom IT13 (2TB)2 TB vs 480 GB
  • Memory Capacity2×Geekom IT13 (2TB)32 GB vs 16 GB
FeatureBeelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB)Geekom IT13 (2TB)Winner
Price$439.00€1995.51Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB)
Rating4.34.4Geekom IT13 (2TB)
Memory Capacity16 GB32 GBGeekom IT13 (2TB)
Storage Capacity480 GB2 TBGeekom IT13 (2TB)
CPU ModelAMD Ryzen 5 5500UIntel Core i9-13900HKDifferent strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-slotDual-channelDifferent strengths
GPU ModelAMD Radeon Graphics (7 CUs)Intel Iris Xe GraphicsDifferent strengths
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
Memory TypeDDR4DDR4Tie
Memory Speed3200 MT/s3200 MT/sTie

What the differences mean

Memory

The Geekom IT13 (2TB) ships 32 GB of DDR4 against 16 GB in the Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB). Both cap at 64 GB, but the Geekom starts with twice the memory, which matters for editing, virtual machines and heavy multitasking.

Storage

The Geekom IT13 (2TB) includes a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD plus an M.2 2242 SATA slot and a 2.5-inch bay. The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) carries 480 GB across two M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 slots, far less room for large libraries.

Processor and ports

The Geekom IT13 (2TB) runs a Core i9-13900HK with Iris Xe graphics and adds two USB4 ports, an SD reader and Wi-Fi 6E. The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) uses a six-core Ryzen 5 5500U with no USB4, no SD slot and Wi-Fi 6.

Power and networking

The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) keeps its 85W supply inside the case and offers two Gigabit ports. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) uses an external 120W adapter and a single 2.5 Gigabit port.

Price

The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) is the cheaper box by a wide margin, while the Geekom IT13 (2TB) charges a premium for its Core i9, larger memory and 2 TB drive.

Which one to buy if

What owners say

Owners of both boxes describe them as quiet and small, and both groups value the Windows 11 Pro setup. Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) owners lean toward home-server use and light office work, praising the dual Gigabit ports, the built-in power supply and the free second M.2 slot, while warning that BIOS updates are hard to find and the processor is older. Geekom IT13 (2TB) owners push theirs much harder, reporting 4K video editing, large RAW photo batches, professional audio work and always-on Plex, and highlighting the metal build and the three-year warranty. Their caveats are a case that runs warm under sustained load and support that some find inconsistent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) or Geekom IT13 (2TB)?

The Geekom IT13 (2TB) is the more capable machine, with a Core i9-13900HK, 32 GB of memory, 2 TB of Gen 4 storage, USB4 and three drive bays. The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) wins on price and is the quieter budget box.

What is the biggest difference between the Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) and the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?

Memory and storage capacity. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) ships 32 GB and 2 TB with room for three drives, while the Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) has 16 GB and 480 GB across two PCIe 3.0 M.2 slots.

Can both run a home server?

Yes. The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) is the cheaper host with dual Gigabit ports, while the Geekom IT13 (2TB) is the better fit for media servers that need three drive bays and a Core i9.

Do either of these need an external power adapter?

The Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB) has its 85W supply built in and needs only an AC cable. The Geekom IT13 (2TB) uses an external 120W adapter.

Who should buy the Geekom IT13 (2TB)?

Buyers who need a compact, quiet workstation for editing, music production or an always-on media server, and who value a three-year warranty.

Who should buy the Beelink EQR5 (5500U 16GB + 480GB)?

Anyone who wants a cheap dual-screen desktop or small home server with two Gigabit ports, a single-cable setup and easy expansion.

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