Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Beelink and Geekom sites.
2026 verdict
For a quiet desk that also doubles as a small home lab, the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) is the more capable mini PC of this pair and the cheaper one.
Its eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U, Radeon 680M graphics, dual 2.5G Ethernet and built-in 85W power supply put it ahead on compute and networking, and it carries an LPDDR5 memory type the Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) cannot match. The Geekom is the tinkerer's pick: its 16GB of DDR4 sits in SODIMM slots that reach 64GB, it adds an SD reader, a Kensington lock and DisplayPort output over USB-C, and its 512GB drive just edges the 500GB one. Choose the Beelink for performance and dual-LAN homelab duty, and the Geekom if you plan to add memory later or need four display outputs and a card reader.
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| Feature | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) | Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $539.00 | $569.00 | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5 | DDR4 | Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) |
| Storage Capacity | 500 GB | 512 GB | Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) |
| CPU Model | AMD Ryzen 7 7735U | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon 680M (12 CUs) | AMD Radeon Vega 7 | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.3 | Tie |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Dual-channel | Tie |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB | Tie |
What the differences mean
Processor
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) runs an eight-core Ryzen 7 7735U with Radeon 680M graphics, while the Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) uses a six-core Ryzen 5 7430U with Vega 7. More cores and a stronger iGPU make the Beelink the better fit for heavier multitasking and light gaming.
Memory policy
Both ship with 16GB, but the Beelink uses soldered LPDDR5 that cannot be upgraded past 16GB, while the Geekom uses DDR4 SODIMM modules and reaches 64GB. If you might want more memory later, only the Geekom gives you that path.
Storage room
The drives are almost the same size, 500GB against 512GB, so capacity should not decide it. What differs is expansion: the Beelink has two M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slots, the Geekom a single M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 slot, so the Beelink is the easier one to grow.
Networking and power
The Beelink carries two 2.5G Ethernet ports and an internal 85W power supply, so it runs from one cable and can keep a lab segment off the main LAN. The Geekom has a single 2.5G port and an external 65W adapter.
Ports and outputs
The Geekom adds an SD card reader, a Kensington lock and DisplayPort output over USB-C for up to four screens, none of which the Beelink offers. The Beelink counters with two HDMI ports and a data-only USB-C, so multi-monitor buyers should check which connectors their displays need.
Which one to buy if
- your desk doubles as a home lab or firewall
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) has two 2.5G Ethernet ports and a built-in power supply, which suits an always-on networked role.
- you want to add memory later
The Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) uses SODIMM slots that reach 64GB, while the Beelink solders its 16GB in place.
- you need a card reader or four displays
The Geekom adds an SD reader and DisplayPort over USB-C for up to four screens.
- you want the most compute for the money
The Beelink combines a lower price with a stronger eight-core chip and Radeon 680M graphics.
Winner
$539.00
- + Price: $539.00
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5
- - Storage Capacity: 500 GB vs 512 GB
$569.00
- + Storage Capacity: 512 GB
- - Price: $569.00 vs $539.00
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs LPDDR5
What owners say
Owners of both mini PCs tend to praise the same things: quiet operation for everyday work, quick setup and enough speed for office software and streaming. Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) owners single out near-silent cooling even under load, the convenience of an internal power supply with a single cable, and the room for a second M.2 drive, while their main caveat is that the 16GB of LPDDR5 is soldered and can never grow, alongside HDMI-only video and isolated restart reports. Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) owners talk more about the aluminium build, a painless bloat-free setup and the flexibility of SODIMM memory, and they warn that there is no 2.5 inch bay and that the integrated Vega 7 graphics are not for gaming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) or Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB)?
The Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) for most buyers. It costs less, runs a stronger eight-core processor with Radeon 680M graphics, carries dual 2.5G Ethernet and an internal power supply, and its LPDDR5 memory is faster than the Geekom's DDR4. The Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) wins only when you need upgradeable memory, an SD reader or DisplayPort output.
What is the biggest difference between the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) and the Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB)?
Memory policy. The Beelink solders 16GB of LPDDR5 to the board so it can never be expanded, while the Geekom puts 16GB of DDR4 in SODIMM slots that accept up to 64GB. That single choice decides who should buy which.
Can the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) memory be upgraded?
No. Its 16GB of LPDDR5 is soldered as two 8GB chips, so it runs in dual channel but cannot be replaced. Storage can grow through the second M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 slot.
Do both mini PCs support the same number of monitors?
No. The Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB) drives up to four screens through two HDMI 2.0 ports and two USB-C outputs with DisplayPort, while the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB) drives two through HDMI only.
Who should buy the Beelink EQR7 (7735U 16GB + 500GB)?
Anyone who wants a quiet, capable mini PC for office work, light gaming or a dual-LAN home lab and is comfortable with fixed 16GB of memory.
Who should buy the Geekom A5 Pro (Ryzen 5 16GB + 512GB)?
Buyers who plan to add memory later, need an SD card reader or a Kensington lock, or want to run four displays from a compact aluminium chassis.
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